Agege, Orile Community Media Practitioners Advocate for Robust Crime Prevention Strategies

By Yomi Durojaye 

In response to growing concerns about crime in Agege and Orile Agege area of Lagos, the Agege Community Media Practitioners (AACMAP) are calling for a multi-faceted approach to crime prevention.

 The organization, which represents a network of community based media professionals, is urging both residents and authorities to embrace a collaborative strategy to tackle the issue.

Agege/Orile Community Media Practitioners Advocate for Robust Crime Prevention Strategies

AACMAP emphasizes the need for increased community engagement and proactive measures to create safer neighborhoods. Their advocacy highlights several key areas for improvement:

Strengthening Community Policing: AACMAP advocates for enhanced collaboration between the local police force and community members. This includes more regular interaction and joint initiatives to build trust and address specific local concerns.

Enhancing Public Awareness: The organization is pushing for more robust public education campaigns on crime prevention. This involves disseminating information through local media channels about safety practices, reporting mechanisms, and available resources.

Investment in Infrastructure: Improving street lighting and installing security cameras in high-risk areas are among the recommendations. Better infrastructure is seen as a crucial factor in deterring criminal activities and increasing public safety.

Youth Engagement Programs: AACMAP highlights the importance of engaging the youth through educational and recreational programs.

Support for Victims: The group advocates for better support systems for victims of crime, including counseling services and assistance with navigating the legal system.

In a statement made by AACMAP Chairman, Comr. Oloyede Kolawole, he emphasized, "A coordinated effort between the community, local authorities, and media is essential for effective crime prevention. By working together, we can create a safer Agege/Orile Agege for everyone."

Oloyede, encourages all Agege residents to actively participate in community safety programs and remain vigilant. The organization believes that through collective action and sustained efforts, a significant reduction in crime can be achieved.

AACMAP Members Media Organizations: AgegeTvOnline, Grassroots Times,Political Platform 101,Agege Community Radio, Agege Parrot, HotnewsNaija, Awarawa Tv, Agege Pulse and Orile-Agege Media.

"Resume Healthy with Academic Excellence”, As Dr. Sola Pitan Holds Medical Outreach For 2500 School children In Lagos

 

By Yomi Durojaye 

Orile Agege General Hospital (OAGH) has organized Y2024 Back-to-School Medical Outreach 2024/2025 academic session resumption for 2500 school children in Lagos 

CEO/MD, Orile Agege General Hospital, Dr. Sola Pitan

 

The Medical Director/CEO of OAGH.  Dr. Sola Pitan disclosed this during the commencement of the week-long Back-To-school Medical Outreach held recently at the facility, stressing that the programme was initiated to meet the school-health needs of children within the Orile Agege community ahead of the school resumption. The initiative is the third edition and is themed: “Resume Healthy: Academic Excellence”, with a target of 2500 school children.

 “The programme was designed to ensure a healthy life that enhances children’s learning between ages five and 15 during the school year. The children will go through pediatrics, evaluation, eye, ear, dental checks, nutrition/diabetes and social welfare services. The various screening will help detect potential health problems and improve the overall health of the children", he stated.

The programme, he said, started in 2022 and it has been increasing by the year with the number of children and partners as more people in the community now trust the government hospitals with their health care, as such they come along with their children.

The Medical Director added that the Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu-led government recognised OAGH’s growth and designated the hospital as one of the government-owned facilities to start training medical house officers.

He said, “We have got accommodation for them; we are ready and waiting for the visit of the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN) to come and accredit us. We thank the Governor for helping us to achieve that status. Our theatre used to be two but it’s now a four-suite theatre; we have also been able to expand the hospital services", Pitan said. 

This, according to him, is a testament to the good works that Governor Sanwo-Olu and all the health care providers are doing. All the training, capacity development, and every other tool and support are instrumental to the hospital's achievements as well as the support of the community. 

Dr. Pitan said OAGH is giving its best to the community to achieve the state government's desire to increase further access to healthcare delivery within and outside Orile Agege.

In his remarks, the Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Hospital Service Commission (HSC), Dr. Benjamin Eniayewun lauded the hospital for championing the well-being of children in the state through its health initiative.

He said:  “What we have on ground is best described with ‘The fact speaks for itself’, I can only say that this is the way to go. Prevention is sometimes better than cure; health promotion is the way to go, and there is so much we can do in this space before people fall sick, they’ll toe the wellness line”.

Also speaking at the event, the Executive Chairman of Agege Local Government, Hon. Ganiyu Kola Egunjobi ably represented by his vice Chairman, Hon. Oluwagbenga Abiola Agbelebu, said schools pupils are wonderful children of God that nothing is too much for the quality upbring of those children.

Hon. Abiola who hailed Dr. Pitan for the first of His kinds initiative to ensure School pupils enjoyed quality medical services that sharpened their knowledge and academic excellence.

As a government, "we will ensure the prioritization of excellent service delivery to our school pupils to enhance their quality performance in their academic and curricular activities". Abiola concluded.

Agege Local Government Council Clears Refuse from Olusanya Street, Warns Against Indiscriminate Dumping

By Yomi Durojaye 

The Environment department of Agege Local Government Council, led by Chairman Egunjobi, has taken swift action to clear refuse dumped at Irepodun Primary School, Olusanya Street in the council area. Hon. Akin Oke, Supervisor for Environment, oversaw the removal of the waste and cautioned residents of the council area against indiscriminate dumping.

Hon. Oke emphasized the consequences of such actions, stating that it undermines government efforts to combat cholera and other health hazards. He urged residents to adopt healthy habits and adhere to measures that promote cleanliness to prevent avoidable health risks.

The council's swift response demonstrates its commitment to maintaining a clean and healthy environment for residents. Hon. Oke commended Chairman Egunjobi's efforts and encouraged residents to support the council's initiatives.

By working together, Agege Local Government Area can become a model for cleanliness and public health. Kudos to the council for taking proactive steps to protect the well-being of its residents.

Infrastructure: Ashaolu Residents Extol Agege Council Chairman Over Road Construction

 By Yomi Durojaye 

The Residents of Ashaolu Street over the weekend extolled the Agege Council Chairman led administration, Hon. Ganiyu Kola Egunjobi over the  construction of the street which was concluded few weeks ago.

Infrastructure:  Ashaolu  Residents Extol  Agege Council Chairman Over Road Construction 

Prior to the construction, the street had never gotten the attention of necessary agencies for over decades, this has left the people living in this community to be left out of hope and help any time it rains.

AgegePulse Magazine during its special report, had a brief interview with some residents of the street, praised the Government, particularly the Ganiyu Kola Egunjobi led administration in Agege for deeming it fit to  site such laudable construction in their Street.

Infrastructure:  Ashaolu  Residents Extol  Agege Council Chairman Over Road Construction 

"The job done at the street met the required standard, the roads are well constructed with covered spacious drainage that can comfortably stand the test of time, when it comes to flooding, particularly during the rainy season, which has primarily been one of the major prayers of the residents before now, the asphalt are well laid and marked radiating like a polished terrazzo". One of the residents said.

"Shola Ahmed, a resident said the beauty of the work usually comes up at night when the solar lights illuminate at night, the community becomes like a small London, this is a promise mad and promise delivered by the council Chairman".

Residents were advised to take full ownership and responsibilities of these assets because some unscrupulous elements may take joy in destroying some of these laudable projects for selfish interest in the name of vandals, which will rob the users of the gain and benefit they may derive from these projects.

It was learnt that, the road was delivered with a drainage system, and a full lighting system for the good people of Ashaolu Street of Keke, Agege. 

Hunger Protest: Agege youths urged to embrace dialogue

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In a bid to maintain peace and stability in Agege, a grassroots mobilizer and founder of Taiwo Olasunkanmi Samuel Campaign Organisation (TOSCO), has appealed to youths in the community to reject the proposed nationwide hunger protest.

Hunger Protest: Agege youths urged to embrace dialogue

In a statement released by TOSCO's publicity secretary, Adebola Kazeem, Olasunkanmi emphasized the need for youths to be patient with the current administration, led by President Tinubu, who he believes is committed to addressing the country's challenges.

Olasunkanmi urged protesters to seek alternative, peaceful channels for communication with the government, such as the Ministry of Youths and other youth agencies, to ensure a better Nigeria.

As calls for nationwide protests gain momentum, Olasunkanmi warned against any form of violence, citing the devastating consequences of the 2020 EndSARS protests.

 He appealed to protesters to conduct themselves peacefully and avoid actions that could lead to violence, while also urging security agencies to identify potential hotspots and secure protesters.

The appeal comes as concerns grow about the potential for unrest and violence in the face of rising hunger and discontent among Nigerians. By urging youths to shun the protest and embrace peaceful dialogue, Olasunkanmi hopes to prevent a repeat of past conflicts and promote a more constructive approach to addressing the country's challenges".

Lagos Assembly Pleads With Youth Over Planned Protest

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- asks Sanwo-Olu to organise stakeholders' meeting

Obasa

The Lagos State House of Assembly on Thursday held a plenary session calling on Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu to take major steps to avert the planned nationwide protest in the State.

The lawmakers, in a 'Matter of Urgent Public Importance' brought by Majority Leader Noheem Adams, noted the devastation caused by the EndSARS protest of 2020 in Lagos and urged the governor to organise townhall meetings with major stakeholders to fashion out ways to calm the youth and those who plan to support proposed protest.

One of the meetings, according to the motion of the House, should be held between the governor and elected political leaders including senators, members of the House of Representatives and state lawmakers while a second meeting should be held with traditional rulers, religious leaders, heads of market, those in the transport sectors and related stakeholders.

Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, said it was necessary for state governments to do the needful to calm frayed nerves and ensure protection of lives and property.

Dr. Obasa said Lagos was still grappling with the impact of the EndSARS protest just as he appealed to the youth to be patient with the government of Asiwaju Bola Tinubu that is making effort to see a better Nigeria that would benefit the citizens.

The Speaker noted that Kenya is currently in a terrible situation adding that the crises in Sudan and Syria started in the same manner.

He commended the commissioner of police in Lagos, Adegoke Fayoade, for meeting with community heads over the planned protest.

Obasa called for an urgent meeting with all leaders, including religious, traditional and related organisations in the state for discussion that would help dissuade the youth from engaging in the protest.

Earlier in his motion, Hon. Adams (Eti-Osa 1) drew the attention of his colleagues to the planned protest.

"I want to plead with our people to shelve this protest," he said noting that President Tinubu had shown that he is ready to listen to the citizens, especially as he has raised the minimum wage from N30,000 to N70,000.

On his part, Hon. Kehinde Joseph expressed worry that the proposed protesters do not have leaders who can be discussed with.

He urged for patience stressing that whatever is happening in the country "affects us all."

Hon. Sa'ad Olumoh said President Tinubu understands the problem in Nigeria and was taking the right steps against the country's collapse.

He also urged Nigerians to start focusing on governors because federal allocations to states have grown under the President.

Other lawmakers who spoke during the debates urged parents to persuade their wards from joining the protest or allowing themselves to be used to commit crimes.

#GREATERLAGOS FIESTA: Agege, Badagry, Ikorodu, Others To Host Fun Seekers As LASG Reveals Plans

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Lagos State Government, through the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, has unveiled plans to hold a 72-hour #Greater Lagos Fiesta - a non-stop entertainment show beginning from the 29th of December, 2023 to the early hours of 1st January, 2024.

2nd Left: Lagos State Commissioner for Tourism, Art and Culture, Mrs. Toke Benson-Awoyinka addressing the press

The three-day end-of-the-year event is part of activities conceived to herald the Y2024 with an anticipated number of participants of over 25,000 who will be thrilled with different types of entertainment including cultural performances, and children's corners, amongst others.

The State Commissioner for Tourism, Art and Culture, Mrs. Toke Benson-Awoyinka, who made this known on Friday at a news conference in Ikeja said that the Ministry will use the annual end-of-the-year event to also market its beach potential.

According to her, the grand finale which was usually held at Eko Atlantic City would now be held at Sol Beach in Iru-land as a way of exposing the State’s rich beachfront potential to fun lovers and tourists.

She added that interested participants who still want to join the countdown event at the Eko Atlantic City venue would be provided with a large viewing screen where the activities at the Sol Beach can be transmitted live, in addition to a dedicated channel on DSTV that would stream the event activities throughout the three days.

The Commissioner, alongside the Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor on Tourism, Arts, and Culture, Mr. Idris Aregbe, and Permanent Secretary Mrs. Oloruntoyin Atekoja, also assured participants of adequate security at all the designated venues of the countdown event.

She said: “We have put a lot in place for security, we are working actively with all security apparatus of the state, the Nigeria Police, DSS, Civil Defence, LASTM and Neighbourhood Watch, among other security operators in the state. 

“The Lagos Countdown 2024, #Greater Lagos Fiesta, has become an annual tradition, a celebration of music, entertainment, and the vibrant spirit of Lagos. This year, we are taking the event to a whole new level, with three days of non-stop excitement from December 29, 2023, to January 1, 2024.

“We are intentional in our focus of deliberately positioning Lagos State to favourably compete with developed cities of the world in terms of hosting tourism and entertainment events”, she added.

While noting that the annual fiesta has over the years proven to be a very engaging and mind-blowing event, providing fun activities and entertainment for Lagosians in their various localities across the five IBILE divisions of the state, the Commissioner maintained that the event is beyond just a musical show or fun event.

In her words: “Let me emphasise that this event is not just about the music. The end-of-the-year countdown, #Greater Lagos Fiesta, will also showcase the best of our local cuisine, arts and crafts, and traditional performances. Participants will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the sights, sounds, and flavours that make Lagos such a unique and vibrant city.

“The Lagos Countdown 2024 (#Greater Lagos Fiesta), will continue to serve the purpose of discovering and nurturing new talents, exposing young talented entertainers to bigger platforms while also serving as a mechanism for curbing youth restiveness that often characterises the festive period”, her words.

She affirmed that the three-day event, apart from showcasing the cultural activities and nurturing up-coming talented youngsters in the entertainment and creative industry, will also positively impact the State’s economy through massive sales of goods and services to thousands of fun and entertainment lovers throughout the event.

She listed the venues of the event to include Badagry Grammar School in Badagry, Agege Stadium, Agege, Ikorodu Town Hall Ikorodu, Sol Beach Oniru and Epe Recreational Centre, Epe.

“We have lined up an incredible array of music stars who will grace the stage and thrill all fun lovers from Badagry to Epe, Ikorodu, Lagos Island, and Ikeja featuring homegrown talents to international sensations, the best of Afro Beats, Highlife, Juju and Fuji’’, the Commissioner stated.

Toke Benson-Awoyinka also revealed that interested corporate sponsors ready to collaborate with the State Government to make the event a success are welcome.

#GreaterLagosFiesta

#entertainmentandtourism 

#AGreaterLagosRising 

#LASG

Why We Built A Modern Market At Moshalashi, Agege - Egunjobi

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 Why We Built A Modern Market At Moshalashi, Agege - Egunjobi

The Executive Chairman, Agege LG, Alh. Chief  Ganiyu Egunjobi has revealed why his Administration deemed it to build a modern market at Moshalashi Alhaja Agege, Lagos. 

Egunjobi said that, part of the activities of the government was to create enabling environment for traders and boost economy of the area. "The market was built for convenient  use of traders, their  customers and residents.

” This  ultra modern market was built to bring succour to the traders and  residents.

“Before now, this place was a  hideout for  hoodlums and criminals , but we converted  it to this beautiful  market for the benefit of  traders ,their customers and residents “,he said.

The council chairman added that the lock-up shops could accommodate no fewer than  100 traders, apart from dozens of petty traders that could  be accommodated in the new market. He appealed to traders to shun roadside trading and  take advantage of the new market.

The market was  Inaugurated by the wife of Lagos State Speaker, Princess Bukonla Obasa, Wife of the Speaker, Lagos State House of Assembly.

Mrs. Obasa, who was ably represented by her  Personal Assistant, Mrs Kanyinsola Adebeshin, said the market  was provided by the council to address  inadequate market spaces for   traders and the attendant problem of street trading.

She urged traders in the community  to shun street trading and move into the new market for their convenience and that of their customers.

“We appeal to traders to shun roadside trading and  take advantage of the new  market.

In a brief interview with the Iyaloja General Agege, Alhaja  Taibat Tijani-Lawal, thanked the council chairman for the market, saying the traders would ensure proper use of the facilities  therein.

According to her, no trader will be allowed to trade by  the roadside  .

“Any interested trader will need to obtain a  form and follow the normal process before he or she can get a space in  the market ” she said.

Mrs Abosede Lawal, one of the traders ,also thanked the council boss for the market project, saying that the new facility would go a long way to help traders do their business safely.

Vice Chairman of the Council, Hon Gbenga Abiola, members of the Council Cabinet, the Baale of Panada in Agege, High Chief Wakilu Abayomi Sunmola, Iyaloja general of Agege, Alhaja Taibat Tijani, members of the market committee were top dignitary at the event.

Others include, The Contractor Mr. Tosin, Alhaji Olaniyi Oladeebo Okadigbo, Environmental health workers, Kick Against Indiscipline KAI personnel and Ministry of Environment MOE Enforcement Unit amongst others

Agege Local Government Executive Chairman Distributes Free Exercise Books To All Primary Schools Pupils In Agege

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To complement parents’ effort as another school calendar commences, Agege Local Government Executive Chairman,  Alhaji Ganiyu Kola Egunjobi, on Monday distributed free exercise books to some pupils.

Agege Local  Government Executive Chairman Distributes Free Exercise Books To All  Primary Schools Pupils In Agege

The Executive Chairman, who was ably represented by the Super for WAPA, Alhaja Aramide Aminat Abdulsalam at Dopemu Primary School and Leader of Agege Legislative Arms, Hon. Alliu Najeem Olohuntoyin, at Salvation Army Primary School.

Hon. Alliu Najeem Olohuntoyin, in his remarks, said the exercise was to serve humanity.

“Anything we do, we make sure to do it for the benefit of our community at large, making sure we do the little we can do to support education.

The Super for WAPA, Alhaja Aramide Aminat Abdulsalam, in her remarks, said the provision of the free exercise books would go a long way in ameliorating the life of the indigent pupils and their parents.

Head Teachers of Dopemu Primary School and Salvation Army Primary School, were excited thanked the executive chairman of Agege Local Government, Alhaji Ganiyu  Kola Egunjobi for the humanitarian gesture.

“Thank you for the exercise books. It was very thoughtful of you. Some of the students here don’t have note books.

Egunjobi transforms criminals hideout to modern mini market

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By Ismaeel Garba Ismaeel

 Egunjobi transforms criminals hideout to modern mini market

The Executive Chairman of Agege Local Government, High Chief (Alh) Ganiyu Kola Egunjobi (JP) has transformed criminals hideout at Moshalashi Alhaja into a modern mini market.

This development, according to the council helmsman, would reduce crime and add value to the socioeconomic development of Agege community.

Responding to questions from correspondents of community media outfits, High Chief Egunjobi said "This is in fulfilment of the promise I made to the good people of the council area at several occasions that all criminals hideouts would be transformed into meaningful use for the good people of Agege.  As you can see, we have converted the den of criminals at Moshalashi Alhaja area to a modern mini market. This would add value to the socioeconomic development of Agege community."

The Chairman, therefore, used the medium to call on the youths in Agege community to take advantage of the council's vocational centre to acquire skills that would make them meaningful to themselves and the society, rather than engaging in crime.  Adding that the council under his watch would not tolerate criminals hideouts in the council area.

Education: Lagos Schools To Resume 13th September, Adopts Staggered Resumption for Boarders in Model Colleges, Upgraded Schools | AgegePulse Magazine

 

By Ayodele Ifasakin 

Students 

The Lagos State Government has announced the resumption guidelines for the Y2021/2022 academic session for public and private schools across the State.

In a release issued on Monday by the State Ministry of Education, the Honourable Commissioner, Mrs. Folasade Adefisayo, stated that all schools are expected to resume on Monday, 13th September 2021, while students of Model Colleges and Upgraded Schools will be required to resume in batches from Sunday 19th September, 2021.

In her words, “Boarders in Model Colleges and Upgraded Schools, as well as SS2 students seeking placement into SS3 class are expected to resume on Sunday 19th September, 2021. The revision for the classes will run from 20th to 26th September while promotion examination to SS3 class will start from 27th September to 8th October, 2021.

Mrs. Adefisayo further noted that the newly admitted JS1 students into Model Colleges and Upgraded Schools are to resume on Saturday, 2nd October, 2021 for a one-week orientation programme to intimate them on secondary school structure and modalities.

The Commissioner averred that other returning students in JS2, JS3, SS1 and the newly transited SS2 in the various Model Colleges and Upgraded Schools are to resume on Saturday, 9th October 2021, while classes for the students will commence on Monday, 11th October, 2021.

She also revealed that the adoption of staggered resumption for Model Colleges and Upgraded Schools was due to the presence of Y2020/2021 SS3 students currently writing the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) scheduled to end on the 6th of October, 2021, adding that another reason is that the schools cannot accommodate seven sets at once in the boarding system.

Adefisayo, therefore, appealed to parents to abide by the new development for a smooth academic session, just as she implored the students to be more diligent and devote more time to their studies.

Who are the Asade Family of Lagos? | AgegePulse Magazine

By Dayo Asade

#Watimagbo la Agege - Ogba - Ikeja  Division.

Ogba is an  ancient town in the old colony province of western Nigeria now Lagos State of Nigeria.

Ogba Ashade Palace, Ogba Agege

Ogba was founded by one prince Owoeni Asade and was a prince from Ile -Ife who left Ile -Ife in the late seventeenth Century, settled down briefly at Iseyin from where he moved to Afon town where his brother , an Ifa priest Consulted his  Ifa  oracle and they were  advised to  move  downward  and which is now Ota township.

They settle down at Ota in Osi quarters where  they met  their  relatives in IIoti quarters  with Osi palace Ota , which is now known and called Onikosi palace Ota . In the early eighteenth century , they went on hunting expedition with their brothers who founded the present day Orile Agege and they moved upward and settled down at the present day Ogbaland . In 1840 or there about during the Dahomey  war , Owoeni Asade and his brother moved to Ado -Odo where Arola Asade was born .

Both the father and son came back to Ogba in the year 1860 Owoeni Asade died in year 1876.Prince Arola Asade took over the reign of obaship of Ogbaland in the year 1880 and become so popular and commanded respect in all the Awori towns and environs , the then British Governor of Lagos crown colony Mr . Glover honoured Oba Asade with the British flag and he was being paid a stipend amount of thirty (30) shilling monthly.

The only Crown surveyor , Chief Herbert Macaulay of blessed memory in the year 1896,surveyed the area controlled by Oba Arola Asade. The area include the present Alausa formally Tappa village where the Lagos State secretariat  stands  today,Agindigbi, Adekunle , Oloti , Operekete , Jaguna,  Abule George, Ijaiye and part of Aguda Ogba town and the half of the present Agege town according to intelligent report of 1935 giving half of the present Agege station town to Ogba people.

 

When Arola Asade settled down, he was joined by Chief Madarikan who was a little nephew to Ebo Aweri,Wife of Arola Asade as tradition and customs in those days to see off a wife to her husband house and Chief Akilo from Ota, Chief Ajai Ofe from Ewu, chief Adarijo from Igbesa ,Chief Salawu from Ilorin and chief Akingbade from Ota . He was later joined by Ogabis, Ogunji Ajaguna’s all from Ota and Majaros, who own ¾ part of Ajegunle land . Owoeni Asade gave birth to four (4) children two male and two female . Namely (1) Arola (2) Iroko (3) Omoseyin (4) Dada Abori.

Arola Asade the eldest child of Owoeni was the first bale of Ogba and its environs in 1880 at the age of 40 years. He died on the 16th day of may 1930 at the age of 90 years.

Sheikh Habeebullah Adam Abdullah El-Ilory - An Erudite Intelligentsia At Glance | AgegePulse Magazine

 

By Nurudeen Ibrahim 

I have always found it interesting to write about Sheikh Habeebullah Adam Abdullah El-Ilory just as it pleases me to write about his father Sheikh Adam Abdullah El-Ilory. When people ask me tell me about Sheikh Habeeb El-Ilory or who is Sheikh Habeebullah El-Ilory, it pleases me to quickly respond provided the one inquiring is ready to listen to the truth. Below I have written something concise about  this erudite and highly talented scholar of Islam.

Sheikh Habeebullah Adam Abdullah El-Ilory is a prominent personality and Islamic scholar in South-West, Nigeria. 

Sheikh Habeebullah Adam Abdullah El-Ilory is a profound and highly informed scholar. He is talented in the field of scholarship and an erudite intelligentsia. He is the son of that giant of knowledge celebrated throughout West Africa, Sheikh Adam Abdullah El-Ilory. Just like his father, Sheikh Habeebullah is a very talented and highly informed scholar about both local as well as global Islamic issues. He is a celebrated member of the intelligentsia as mentioned earlier and his Ramadan Tafseer attracts thousands of listeners gathered at the Great Markaz of which no other Tafseer in South West Nigeria if not the whole of Nigeria attracts such a great number of listeners. Today his Tafseer has a very large number of viewers online because of the knowledge and information he shares.

Sheikh Habeebullah El-Ilory is a scholar of contemporary Islamic Jurisprudence. He is vast in Tafseer of the Holy Qur'an, Arabic interpretation and history. He is very unique and a rare breed among the scholars of Nigeria today in terms of quality of knowledge and research. He is highly charitable, selfless and apolitical.

Sheikh Habeebullah is well known for his criticism on the Salafi ideologies as well as scrutiny on many issues. Due to his positions which may differ with other scholars on certain issues, some people have considered him as a controversial scholar while some other people refer to him as a Shi‘a Scholar or a Shi‘a sponsored scholar. At the same time, Sheikh Habeebullah El-Ilory is also considered as a pro-Sufi scholar which is evident in many of his sayings. However, the same Sheikh has criticized the views and positions of the Shi‘a as well as corrupt Sufis in many of his lectures. Sheikh Habeebullah El-Ilory has been on the scholarship throne of his late father, Sheikh Adam Abdullah El-Ilory, since about 22 years now.

At Al-Azhar University Cairo 

In 1986, Sheikh Habeebullah El-Ilory embarked on a journey to the prestigious Al-Azhar University for a course for Imams and scholars. He was conferred with the title Fadeelat-ush-Sheikh.

Sheikh Habeebullah Adam Abdullah El-Ilory 

Succession to Sheikh Adam After the death of Sheikh Adam Abdullah El-Ilory on the 3rd of May, 1992, Sheikh Habeebullah El-Ilory was unanimously appointed by the Muslim Leaders as the official successor (Khaleefa) of Sheikh Adam El-Ilory to take over the position and assume the roles and office of his father in the Muslim Communities across the world.5 The Emir of Ilorin was among the eminent personalities who pledged allegiance with Sheikh Habeebullah El-Ilory as the successor of Sheikh Adam Abdullah El-Ilory in 1997. By way of this, Sheikh Habeebullah El-Ilory became the official successor (Khalifa or Caliph) of Sheikh Adam Abdullah El-Ilory and Imam of the Mosque of Sheikh Adam as well as the Mudir (Director) of Markaz. Sheikh Habeebullah El-Ilory continued the Ramadan Tafseer (Qur’an Exegesis) of Markaz as well as the Friday Sermon (khutbah). Some Contributions Sheikh Habeebullah El-Ilory introduced a lot of developments at Markaz which are still ongoing one of which is the Annual Cultural Week where scholars are invited for paper presentations on important issues facing the Muslim of Nigeria in particular and the Muslim world in general. 

Literary Works of Sheikh Habeebullah El-Ilory 

Sheikh Habeebullah El-Ilory like his father also contributed to literary works. He is not too known for authoring books aside from his two popular books. However, he is more known for writing articles and papers. Averagely in a year, he writes beteren 40 yo 50 papers a year upon which many researchers depend. 

Sheikh Habeebullah El-Ilory authored the book ‘At-Tasawwuf al-Islamiy wa Tatbeeqaatuhu fee Naijiriya- Islamic Sufism in Nigeria: An Objective Research on Sufi Practices Among Nigerian Sufis). He also authored the book titled: Ahmiyyat-ul-Lughatil ''Arabiyya wa Makaanatuha al-'Alamiyya- The Importance of Arabic Language and its Position in the World.

International Conferences 

Sheikh Habeebullah El-Ilory has participated in several conferences within and outside Nigeria. These contributed to his vast exposure and rational thinking.

Position on Extremism 

Sheikh Habeebullah El-Ilory is very intolerant on extremism and fanaticism. His lectures are usually focussed on countering extremism and fanaticism. One of the reasons the extremists are bent on criticising him which is not unexpected.

Ideological Moderation

The position of Sheikh Habeebullah El-Ilory has always been the position of his father Sheikh Adam Abdullah El-Ilory which is promotion of Ideological Moderation called Al-Wasatiyya. Al-Wasatiyya or Ideological Moderation is aimed at eliminating ideological indoctrination and extremism incorporated into Islam which has led to unrest in many parts of the world as noticed among the Boko Haram terrorists in Nigeria. This is because fanaticism leads to extremism and extremism results into terrorism if not controlled. For this reason, Sheikh Habeebullah El-Ilory has been given the title of THE DEFENDER OF ISLAM by the IRFAN CENTRE for Research and Human Development. 

In 2010, Sheikh Habeebullah Adam Abdullah El-Ilory was honoured by the former President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces, President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan with the national title of Officer of the Order of Niger (OON).

SOME POSITIONS  OF  SHEIKH  HABEEBULLAH ADAM ABDULLAH ELILORY 

Some  of the  positions  of Sheikh Habeebullah Adam Abdullah ElIlory which are also maintained by many more scholars across the world are  given below: 

1. The  problem  of Moon Sighting  as  regards  the  commencement  and  termination of  Ramadan should be  solved by modern sciences  and technology  in addition to  astronomical  calculation. 

2. The  use  of face  veil  (niqab) by women is  not  compulsory. 

3. Good Music  is  permissible  in Islam. 

4. Prophet  Isa  (Jesus  Christ) is  dead and not  coming  back. 

5. There  are  some  errors  in Saheeh Al-Bukhari . 

6. Women leadership  in politics  is  permissible  in Islam.

We pray that Allah in His Infinite Mercy should continue to strengthen, protect and bless Sheikh Habeebullah Adam Abdullah El-Ilory and all those around him.

AGEGE LG RERUN ELECTION : LASIEC promises credible election, as PDP, APC beg for security | AgegePulse Magazine

 

By Ayodele Ifasakin 

The Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission, LASIEC, has reassured Agege residents of a peaceful and credible runoff election in Ward F of Agege Local Government Area.

LASIEC Chairman, Justice Ayotunde Philips 

Speaking during a stakeholders’ forum for Ward F, LASIEC Chairman, Justice Ayotunde Philips, represented by the Electoral Commissioner, Dr. Bunmi Omosehinde, explained that the reason for the rerun in the ward was because there was no clear winner.

“You know we are just coming from an election, so everything is ready and the joy is that the runoff is just between the All Progressive Congress, APC, and the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP.

Due to the fact that there was no clear winner of the councillorship election. People should come out to vote and know that their security is guaranteed.”

Olasehinde urged both candidates to sign a Memorandum of Understanding, MoU, assuring the commission of a peaceful election come Saturday.

Responding, the PDP candidate for Ward F, Agege LG, Mr. Sakiru Akinwande said that he was on ground in all the 43 polling units to win the election.

Akinwande advised the commission to take the matter of security very seriously to prevent loss of lives.

“I will only beg LASIEC, on behalf of the electorate, to please make sure they secure the lives of the electorate, the electoral officers and the community.

“I am committed to peace and we have never defaulted in any peace agreement we signed before in history.

Vanguard 

AGEGE LG POLL: HON. SOLA OSOLANA APPRECIATES SUPPORTERS, URGES RESIDENTS TO BE CALM AS THE PARTY UNDERSTUDIES THE DECLARED RESULTS

 

AgegePulse Magazine 

By Ayodele Ifasakin 

As the Candidate of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the just concluded Local Government Election in Agege, I want to thank residents, Party Supporters and Well-wishers who upon the intimidation came out to vote and  yearn for greater Agege. I humbly appreciate you all for your supports; before and during the last Saturday Election.

Osolana 

The Political crusade of building greater and new Agege has not ended but just began. We shall continue to be focused on our Agenda for all Agege residents.

Firstly, I want to urge all Agege residents, voters  and supporters to be calm over the declared  results by the Returning Officer of Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission (LASIEC).

It is obvious that the results did not reflect the true position of the poll conducted across the Seven wards but our Party is currently understudying the results and shall disclose our position soon.

Meanwhile, we have noticed and documented all the nefarious activities that characterised Agege Local Government Election but i congratulate the announced winners and wish them success in the spirit of good sportsmanship. 

As a peace-loving individual and Politician, I appeal to all my supporters to remain calm, peaceful and maintain law and order in all ramifications.

I sincerely salute the courage of the voters, party agents and supporters  in spite of the partisanship of some security operatives, intimidation, thuggery, harassment, rigging and snatching of ballot boxes. I appreciate you all.

Hon. Sola Osolana

Agege Chairmanship Candidate

Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

Agege LG Poll: Why you should vote for Hon. Sola Osolana as Executive Chairman | AgegePulse Magazine

   

   By Ayodele Ifasakin                  

Sola Osolana

                      

To insensitive persons, Hon. Sola Ososlana is new in politics. But for the political minded persons within Agege and Orile Agege Local government Areas; He has been in Politics since 2008. He has contested severally, worked with pure mind and excellent will to bring relief to the residents.From Action Congress (AC) to Action Congress of Nigeria(ACN), ACN to All Progressives Congress (APC),but now People's Democratic Party (PDP), Osolana has seen it all.

 

Exploring the activities of  politicians in Agege Federal Constituency, Sola Osolana is the only political figure that has chain of businesses around the Local Government area.And what Sola Osolana has achieved with his popular Foundation; Sola Osolana Foundation (SOF) is numerous to count. 

The Non Governmental Organization. over the years;  has empowered Youths; Women and the elderly.It has offered educational aids severally to Agege students and assisted brilliant minds across the seven wards in Agege Local Government.

 

He bestrides the Agege political terrain like colossus, and he has remained relevant and active in the scheme of things for years without relenting.

This is despite his many failed shots and attempts at the chairmanship seat of the local government.

At least on three occasions, he has signified interest in the different elective seats; only to be schemed out of the race toward the primaries.

Still he remains undaunted and unyielding in his steadfast support for the party right from the ACN days to the present merged party, APC.

What is however giving many a concern is why he has refused to be unbowed in his generous and financial backing for his party, even when he has no visible political stake.

As a deep pocket politician, he has shown on many occasions that he is not a do-or-die politician who will stop at nothing to achieve his aim of clinching political office.

The way and manner he provided financial muscle during 2017 Local Government Election, especially in his political base, Agege, are very symbolic of a committed party man.

 With his financial support for the party at all times, he was merely compensated with a post of Supervisory Councillor for Works and Infrastructure. The Post he occupied before the “Kangaroo and doctored” accusations were leveled against him by the Legislative and Executive Arms for preparing to contest for the 2021 Agege Chairmanship Election.

Then, there were snippets that he was being assured of the council vice-chairmanship at the initial stage when he gallantly stepped down for the now incumbent chair before the election, only for another  politician, Hon. Ogunji Abiodun Dare, in the LG to surface as the running mate of Egunjobi.

How the table turned against him in that regard is still a contentious in the LG area, but Osolana still kept his calm. Then from the winds, another unsubstantiated rumour sprang out that he might be given the Council Secretary slot, but this is also conjectural in a way, as politics being a game of surprises, did not favour him for the council secretaryship. That was why many in the constituency were wondering why he is still remaining in a party that he has toiled so much for, morally and financially, without any political gain or office to show for it. The ensuing political dispensation may prove his doubting Thomases wrong about Osolana’s continuous and rigid stay in the Agege politics nay APC.

Now in 2021, Hon. Sola Osolana is set to reclaim the Chairmanship seat with the help of Agege residents and Party members. Because APC failed to organise Primary elections across all 7 wards in Agege and chose to pick a candidate rather than through election. 

Osolana is now the Chairmanship Candidate of PDP in Agege. He wants to serve Agege residents with undiluted love for sound Health Care System , well-equipped classrooms for students, genuine empowerment of Youths and Women, development of infrastructural facilities and uplift of Sustainable growths in the Local Government Area.

Among the candidates, Osolana is unique in Character, vision and personality.

As a politician and businessman, he is truthful, reliable and responsible in all ramifications.Voting for Hon. Sola Osolana is voting for greater Change in Agege.

Vote for PDP Chairmanship Candidate, vote for SOLA Osolana.

Agege LG Poll: My Ambition is not about me; it is about the development of Agege Community -Osolana

 

By Ayodele Ifasakin 

...Reiterates Commitment to tackle insecurity with serious youth engagements, empowerment   

The Chairmanship Candidate of Peoples Democratic Party(PDP)  in the upcoming Agege Local Government Election, Hon. Olusola Osolana has promised that his administration will tackle insecurity in the community by engaging the youths and create unique empowerment programme for them.

Osolana expressed this while taking to Agege youths during a visitation to Isale Oja, Agege.

While speaking on his H.E.E.D.S Agenda,  Former Supervisory Councillor promised to improve the Health Care facilities in the Local Government.

The Agenda represents (Functional Health Care Service, Improve and Modern Education system, Empowerment of Youths &Women, Development of Infrastructure and Sustainability of the Development goals.)

Meanwhile, the business mogul turned Politician urged all youths to support his vision and vote for PDP in July 24 LG Poll.

" Our vision is to make Agege greater with all basic amenities intact. My Ambition is not about me; it is about the development of Agege Community," he said.

Chairmanship aspirant promises improved healthcare in Agege — Sola Osolana

 

A chairmanship aspirant in Agege Local Government Area, of Lagos State, Sola Osolana, has promised to run an all-inclusive government, if voted into power.

Sola Osolana 

Osolana said his development plan would be hinged on the HEEDS agenda, which is a personal development plan to give Agege the overhaul it needs and deserves. According to him, HEEDS stands for Healthcare; Empowerment of women and youths; Education with good infrastructure; Development of Infrastructure and Sustainable Development.

The aspirant, who contested in 2016, said he has gathered the needed experience to serve, having been a supervising councilor in the present administration. Osolana resigned from his position recently.

He said: “I have seen the lapses in this current administration and that is one of the reasons why I am aspiring to be chairman. I believe the local government administration can work if the right thing is done, and people can feel the impact of government at the grassroots.

“One of my aims is to turn the maternity centre into a mini general hospital, a functional one where doctors and nurses will be available even at night. There will also be availability of drugs. I had mentioned this as far back as our first year in office but nothing was done.

“Depending on the size of the ward, there must be a minimum of two health centers in each of the seven wards, where women can give birth easily and simple general ailments like malaria and typhoid can also be treated free for the elderly.

“Elected officials most times complain of funding, but even the ones they collected, do they spend judiciously and give proper account? I am a businessman and a good manager of resources. People say it’s not rocket science to develop a place, but with consistency, you will get results. We don’t make enough Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) because the rates are too high; people dodge the payment and so nothing comes in.

“It’s very possible for us to have a digital database of all houses and businesses in Agege so that our IGR can be consistent and development will come.

“I contested for the chairmanship in 2016 but party elders and leaders decided they wanted the present chairman, Ganiyu Egunjobi. I was begged to step down, which I did, and even worked for his victory because the party’s decision is overriding.

“Serving under the person I stepped down for and also supported is an avenue to gather experience in local government administration which I believe I have enough of now. I also saw the lapses in the administration, and that is one of the things motivating me to contest for the position.

“Everyone one has his/her leadership style and qualities. The leadership style of the present administration does not allow for ideas and innovations. I was part of the outgoing administration, but we were just there as figureheads.”

Lagos LG Poll: APC Leadership Won’t Manipulate Forthcoming Primaries – Aspirant

                                                      

 A chairmanship aspirant in Agege Local Government Area of Lagos State, has expressed confidence that the proposed primaries of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for chairmanship and councillorship aspirants into the 57 councils in the state, will be free, fair, credible and without manipulations.

Apc

Mr. Olusola Osolana in an interview in Lagos, also assured that the issue of asking aspirants to step down for other aspirants won’t come up because all the aspirants have been told to go and slug it out in the primaries scheduled to hold on Saturday, May 29.

While commending the APC leadership for allowing aspirants to contest in primary process, he maintained the party has structured the forthcoming primaries in such a way that there won’t be manipulations of any sort.

According to him, “I don’t think the issue of stepping down will come up again, because the party from the local government to the state has said there will be primaries; so the issue of stepping down is out of it. Party members and the citizens have seen the performance of this administration and all of them know my capacity to serve them and, I know that when the primaries come, they will support me.

“I trust the process the state has put in place because the people that will run the primaries in Agege are not going to come from Agege, maybe the people in Agege will go and conduct in Ojọ. So, there is no reason to doubt the process at all.

“First, we have to divide the leadership of the party to two, there’s the state and there’s local government, I trust the process the state has put in place because the people that will run the primaries in Agege are not going to come from Agege, maybe the people in Agege will go and conduct in Ojọ.

“So, there is no reason to doubt the process at all. Except some people want to make sure that there’s no primary at all and that they want to turn it to something else. But as long as there’s a primary in seven wards of Agege and people are asked on that particular day, May 29, I’m very confident that I will win.”

When asked if he would be challenging the outcome of the primaries if it doesn’t favour him, Osolana said, “If there’s a free and fair primary and I lose, I won’t challenge anything.

 Except there’s an injustice, whereby there’s no election and they bring the results; that is another thing entirely, which the party will have to look into at the state level in terms of appeal, but there is no cause to challenge the outcome of the primary if the will is not subverted. If the people say we don’t want you and we want the incumbent, then so be it. I don’t want to be controversial.”

 

Agege Int'l Trade Fair To Host Over 500 Vendors With 50% Discount On Products, Says Tiley Kuti ...We'Re Ready To Host Biggest Tradefair in Mainland - Egunjobi

 

 

The success of the maiden edition of Agege International Tradefair which was held at the NYSC Camp has brought about market hub of products and services in Agege and Lagos at large. 

It is not gainsaying that AITF will be one of the leading products exhibition platform in Lagos  Mainland following the success recorded recently.

Tiley Kuti addressing newsmen

The Brand Strategist and convener, Folahan Omotileolawa revealed the ideas and socio-economic benefits of the Tradefair to AgegePulse  and other media houses at the Press Conference held at Agege Stadium on Thursday. 

According to him, Agege International Tradefair is an innovative tool designed and developed to help the common entrepreneur in Lagos state thrive.

"Our Vision is to create the largest discount market in the whole of Lagos state, with major focus on Lagos mainland. We are on a mission to Re-write the history of Trade and commerce in Lagos state". 

AgegePulse learnt that the in 2019, when the first edition was held at NYSC camp, which recorded great success with about 200 vendors with about 10,000 visitors pitching across the state.

"Based on our experience we have decided to put together a power packed event for our 2021 edition.

"Our aim is to host 500 vendors with over 50,000 visitors daily, this year edition would feature in person and virtual attendance, so people from all over the world would be watching. And can order for any product from anywhere in the world. We would also be providing an instant 50% discount on delivery within Lagos state.

In a statement the Executive Chairman of Agege Local Goverment Alhaji Ganiyu Kola Egunjobi who was ably represented by his SA on Media and Strategic, Mr. Rotimi Sulyman said, the this 2nd Edition of the Tradefair would open Agege into many business opportunities both locally and internationally.

As a Goverment we are ready to deploy available resources to ensure this year edition witness another great success, noting that the council would also be playing a vital role in placing Agege as one of the BusinessHub and Central Business District in Lagos and Nigeria at large. 

Egunjobi commended the organiser for the beautiful idea behind the initiative. 

Recall,  the council chairman partners Abeokuta Chamber of Commerce under the leadership of Iyalode Alaba Lawson to boost commerce and industry in Agege. 

Anthony Oneya (SSA to Kano State Governor on Lagos Affairs), Mrs. Sumbo Adeoye, comedians Emini Oba, Black Camaru and others were all present  at the briefing.

It was also noted that a  week long event is slated to kick off July 13-19 2021 at the prestigious Agege Stadium. From 8am-7pm daily.

Below are the Higlight of the 7 days Family event:

1st day is a business master class for all our vendors to learn practical innovative idea on how to take your business to the next level, during and after the fair.

2nd day is the official opening ceremony of the market which will be opened by the Speaker Lagos state House of Assembly, Hon.Mudashiru Obasa, Iya loja General Folashade Tinubu, alongside other dignitary.

It will also feature special performance from our brand ambassador Black Camaru and Emini Oba and music performance by Gospel Sensation Testimony Jaga.

The 3rd day is Arewa day which is a special day for us to celebrate the bilateral commercial relationship between the Lagos and Northern part of Nigeria with Kano state in focus.

The 4th – 7th day will feature Fashion Runway parade, Special daily activities for Cooking Competition, Djing Competition, Hair Styling Competition, music, comedy, dance and games with loads cash prize giveaways daily.

In respective of the numbers of your vendors a trade exhibition can only said be successful when vendor make big sales, so we are focused on how all our vendors will get return on their investments.

To ensure maximum publicity for our vendors we have outlined major publicity strategy as follows

We have partnered with LASAA (Lagos state signage and advertising Agency) so as to get good numbers of billboard around the state

We have partnered with over 20 media house including (TV, Radio, and Print Media)

BRT bus/ Danfo/ Marwa will be branded

We are also in partnership with all Local government in the states and CDA and CDC in Lagos state so as to make sure the news goes round the state.

We are also partnering with over 100 churches and mosque around Lagos state

We have also created a special activation team that will be on the street of Lagos to invite our target customers once its two weeks to the fair. Our Activation team would be visiting over 100 estate residence with the state

We will also be working with a lot of online influencer to drive sales online like Black Camaru & Emini Oba, the Cute Abiola, Jigan Babaoja, Woli Agba and IPM Crew, Tunde Ednut amongst other Actors, actress and A-list artist will also trend this event online.

With the full support of CSP Yinka Egbeyemi, the Commander Lagos Rapid Response Squad, we have been able to save guard our customers and vendor property. Also all police station surrounding Agege are fully involved in the security process to ensure maximum safety of everybody during the fair.

As our usual tradition we will be having a Free Medical/ free drug stands for children and kids, also we will be giving out free stand to book vendors. This is because we want them to sell at a very discounted price so as to encourage reading culture amongst the youths.

We are using this medium to call on the government parastatals incharge of trade, commerce and industry in the state to really sit down to look at how they can lend a support for tradefair organizers.

It will go a long way in boosting trade and commerce in the state. It will also reduce unemployment.

We are using this medium to call on all small, medium and large scale business to come partner with us

To either book a stand or sponsor any special day of the fair.

 You can book a stand on our website at www.AgegeTradefair.com or call 08038508745

For sponsorship consideration you can send a mail to communication@agegetradefair.com

I also want to say a Big thank you to all our special guest on the hightable, all the media team that came to support us and a special thank you to