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. 

Ikeja Electric Spent Over N200Millions To Boosts Infrastructure with Replacement of Faulty Transformer in Ikorodu

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Ikeja Electric Spent Over N200Millions To Boosts Infrastructure with Replacement of Faulty Transformer in Ikorodu

Nigeria’s leading Electricity Distribution Company, Ikeja Electric Plc (IE) in its efforts to strengthen critical infrastructure to ensure improved service to its esteemed customers in the Ikorodu axis of Lagos State recently replaced the faulty 15MVA power transformer at Sabo Injection Substation (ISS) with a new one.

According to the Chief Technical Officer, Ikeja Electric, Engr. Olajide Kumapayi, the replacement of the faulty power transformer which costs close to Two Hundred and Fifty Million Naira (N250m), became necessary to ease the menace of poor power supply being experienced by over fifteen thousand customers that are getting supply from the power transformer one (T1) at Sabo Injection Substation before it went bad completely.

He noted that the replacement will increase the availability of supply from the previous three hours to a minimum of twelve hours daily. This would be based on the service band tariff class associated with the feeders.

Engr. Kumapayi stated that nine 11kv feeders were radiated from Sabo Injection Sub-station through the two power transformers which includes Ayangburen, Lasunwon, Lagos Road, Marie, Ladega, Erunwen, Igbogbo, Ijebu-Ode and Eyita communities and environs.

He further explained that the construction of a new Injection Substation at the Lagos State University of Technology (LASUTECH) Ikorodu will commence shortly noting that it will provide one dedicated 11kv feeder for LASUTECH and two additional feeders to relieve Erunwen and Ijebu-Ode 11kv feeders in the Sabo Injection Substation. He assured that these investments will no doubt ensure optimal utilization of the technical assets to guarantee wider access and power availability across all impacted feeders in our resolve to meet the demand of our esteemed customers.

The company’s Head of Corporate Communications, Kingsley Okotiew hile expressing IE’s commitment to improved service delivery to her esteemed customers across the entire network coverage area, thanked vigilant customers, community leaders and security operatives who have continued to assist in safeguarding electrical equipment in their neighborhood against theft, vandalism and acts of sabotage as failure to do so will jeopardize concerted efforts of the company from achieving the desired objective of sustainably powering livelihoods, businesses and communities.

Lagos Embarks On Non-Destructive Integrity Test on Public-Schools Infrastructure

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The Lagos State Materials Testing Laboratory (LSMTL) has flagged-off the non-destructive test exercise on public-school infrastructure to prevent any possibility of collapsed buildings and ensure safety of pupils, students and staff of the institutions.

Speaking at the ceremony, which held at Omole Senior Secondary School, Omole, Ikeja, the General Manager of the Agency, Dr. Abiodun Afolabi, said the exercise is another significant effort that affirms the commitment of the present administration to reform the Education and Environment sectors in line with the T.H.E.M.E.S Agenda.

“We are flagging off the commencement of this exercise, which will be carried out in phases. The first phase includes the conduct of non-destructive test on 25 selected Primary and Secondary Schools across the State and will last for two weeks”, he said.

Explaining that the non-destructive tests being conducted by the Agency are diagnostic in nature and will reveal any structural defects in the school buildings, the General Manager disclosed that similar exercise had been extended to private schools, in conjunction with the Ministry of Education, with over 50 educational institutions in Ikeja subjecting their buildings to the test.

Afolabi revealed that the Agency, in 2019, also carried out a similar exercise on government buildings within the old and new secretariat complexes at Alausa and Oba Akinjobi respectively, asserting that all the buildings passed the Integrity Test and were, therefore, declared structurally fit.

He maintained that Lagos State Materials Testing Laboratory is well equipped to carry out various quality assurance tests including soil, water, concrete,  non-destructive, Geoscience etc.

While advising residents to subject their buildings to requisite tests, the General Manager maintained that the process will go a long way in reducing the loss of lives and property resulting from building and civil engineering infrastructure defects.

Lagos set to Revamp Infrastructure in Public Schools

 … Rolls Out 29 School Projects

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As part of ongoing efforts to rehabilitate infrastructure in Public Schools, the Lagos State government has approved the construction of new blocks of classrooms, hostels and watchtowers in 29 Lagos Public schools spread across the five divisions of the State.

The Chairman of the Special Committee for Rehabilitation of Public Schools (SCRPS) in Lagos State, Mr. Hakeem Smith, who disclosed this during a strategic meeting held at Alausa, stressed that the projects will be executed under the Phase One Schools Rehabilitation Project exercise.

He revealed that Governor Sanwo-Olu has declared zero tolerance on the poor state of infrastructure in public schools and directed that all defective structures in schools be replaced with new classroom blocks.

Smith hinted that the present administration’s approach to revamping the public schools' infrastructure is all-encompassing, saying "we are taking the issue of security seriously in our public schools that is why watchtowers, floodlights, security fences and panic alarm systems have been introduced as part of secondary school projects in order to keep the teachers and the pupils secured."

The Chairman added that blocks of new hostels shall be provided in most of the model colleges to improve the quality of lives, expressing dissatisfaction at the poor state of the hostels which he described as inadequate and unacceptable.

AgegePulse learnt that the delivery time for these projects is between eight to 15 months, depending on the scope of work in each school, while expressing optimism that the rehabilitation of public schools will surely lead to an increase in enrolment.

Some of the schools earmarked for the projects Phase 1 include Badagry Grammar School; Epe Grammar School, Eva Adelaja Memorial Girls Grammar School, Somolu; Araromi Ilogbo Junior Secondary School; Alagbado Junior Grammar School, Alimosho and Ijaye Housing Estate Senior Grammar School, Ifako Ijaye.

Others are Elemoro Community Secondary School, Ibeju - Lekki; Festac Junior Grammar School, Amuwo-Odofin; St. Joseph Secondary School, Mushin; Ajumoni Junior Grammar School, Isolo; Oriwu College, Ikorodu; Epetedo Senior High School; Lagos Island, Oriokuta Junior Grammar School, Ikorodu and Lagos State Model Colleges amongst others.

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Infrastructure: Egunjobi Embarks On Rehabilitation of Dilapidated Ijaye Road Opposite Agege LG Secretariat.

...It's the Trunk-B road that links Ogba Ijaye with Agege.

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After several months of calls from residents and visitors who ply the dilapidated Ijaye Road daily, the Executive Chairman of Agege Local Government Area, Alhaji Ganiyu Kola Egunjobi has decided to bring succour to the people by fixing the damaged portions of the busy road. 

You recall that Egunjobi in a chat with Agegepulse Magazine after the APC rally in the LG last week, revealed that the Ijaye Road is under the jurisdiction of the Lagos State government being a Trunk-A road. 

He stressed that he had written several letters to the ministry of works to call its attention to the plight of people plying the road under serious inconvenient conditions daily but no response from the ministry.

However, the young LG boss and his team have taken it upon the themselves  to sort the road that has been given the Agege secretariat bad reputation for some months now.

Speaking with Agegepulse today, Egunjobi said; "As a responsible and responsive government, we cannot continue to waiting for State Government to fix this road for us."

"The road is important to us and other motorists because it is one of the alternative routes for the ongoing construction of Pen Cinema flyover bridge."

"APC government is one government from the national  to the state and local government level, hence cooperation is needed to deliver the dividends of democracy to our people and that is why we have decided to proffer solution to the niggling inconvenience that the dilapidated road is causing our people and visitors." 

"On this note, we will like to inform the general public that Agege Local Government is currently rehabilitating Ogba-Ijaiye Road. The work, which commenced yesterday (Thursday), will be completed next week. 

As a result of the on-going rehabilitation, the road is partially closed to traffic and we urge motorists to use alternative routes, namely Shobowale Street, Oshindehin Street, and Oshugboye Street, all off Akilo road.    

“We deeply regret any inconvenience this might cause the road users.” Egunjobi concluded. 

We'll Build Crime-free Society Through Education - Orile Agege Boss, Hon. JS Babatunde

...Distributes Over 150 GCE Forms To Orile Agege Scholars

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Aside from building infrastructure and construction of roads, the Executive Chairman of Orile Agege LCDA, Hon. JS Babatunde has taken education as a major area of consideration of his administration. Since assuming office, huge investment has gone into providing conducive environment for teaching and learning within his jurisdiction.

Having invested hugely in the rehablitation of Ideal Primary School and Zion Primary School, sharing of writing materials to school pupils, the council boss has also distributed over 150 GCE forms to scholars in the council as part of his commitment to improve and enhance literacy level in Orile Agege LCDA.

In a brief chat with AgegePulse, the council boss, stated that: "The annual GCE form distribution is meant to eradicate illiteracy, to make education as a priority and to reduce crime rate among the youths and more importantly to give opportunities to those that can't afford to buy the form. Education is a major tool to empower our youth and chide them away from societal vices. We'll continue to support this course."

Also,  Hon. JS Babatunde pledged to support Ogunshina Taiwo and Kehinde ( Beneficiaries) by paying their tutorial fees in order to encourage and boost their performances in the upcoming exams.   

The council's Vice Chairman who doubles as Supervisor for Education, Hon.Kafilat Akanni Pedro, commended Hon. JS Babatunde for his biased commitment towards given the people of Orile Agege an enabling environment to thrive when it comes to education.

The beautiful lieutenant urged beneficiaries of the GCE forms to take advantage of the chairman's gesture as an opportunity to plan for their chosen career. she advised them to make adequate preparation that will herald success during the examination period, adding that to whom much is given, much is expected.


Leader of the House, Hon. Wale Fayemi, Hon. Councillors and Supervisors, HoA, Mr Azeez Ademola and other management staff of the council marked attendance at the event.

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INFRASTRUCTURE: PEN CINEMA FLYOVER, LAGOS ALLAYS FEAR OF STAKEHOLDERS OVER COMPENSATION

...Says Prompt Submission Of Documents ‘ll Enhance Payment Process

The Lagos State Government on Monday allayed the fears of property owners affected by removal of structures for the construction of the Pen Cinema Flyover, assuring that all would be compensated in due course.

In a statement by the Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Mr Abiola Anifowoshe, the government specifically debunked media reports suggesting that it was unnecessarily delaying compensation, saying those whose structures were demolished would be paid.

Anifowoshe said the State Government had already held a stakeholders' meeting with the affected property owners during which the details of the flyover project were presented to the stakeholders.

According to Anifowoshe, “It was instructive that the stakeholders at the meeting welcomed the development and the Lagos State Government secured their buy-in.

"The government representatives at the meeting also urged the people to submit all relevant documents showing proof of ownership. Our officials served all the statutory notices and even gave more than enough time for the affected property owners to be aware of the removal.

“Also, there were newspaper publications to that effect stating government intention and expectations from the people. As a matter of fact, many of such have been submitted to my office and the compensation process has commenced fully,” the Commissioner said.

Alluding to the fact that the construction of the flyover was in a bid to bring about development and end the perennial traffic situation in Agege axis, Anifowoshe said the State Government had to remove its own staff buildings belonging to the Lagos State Development Property Corporation (LSDPC) to give way for the project.  

“I want to use this opportunity to appeal to all residents of LSDPC in Agege that the Lagos State Government will compensate everyone involved and also to all other privately-owned property owners that the government understands their plight and is working tirelessly to ensure that those affected are compensated,” he said.

While emphasizing that prompt submission of relevant documents would facilitate the process of payment, the Commissioner urged all affected property owners who are yet to produce their planning documents such as Certified Registered Title Document of Properties within the said Right of Way, Approved Building Plan Permit for the affected structures and any other relevant documents as proof of ownership, to do so without delay.

“We like to urge them to submit their documents to the Office of the Honourable Commissioner, Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development, Block 15, The Secretariat, Alausa, Ikeja to ensure that all affected owners are compensated appropriately.

“In conclusion, the Lagos State Government hereby reiterates its commitment towards ensuring that there is even development across the State. By the time the Pen Cinema Flyover construction is completed, there will be traffic decongestion in the axis and this will enhance the socio-economic development of Agege and environs,” Anifowoshe said.

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Infrastructure, education, transport, security, health sectors to get lion share in Ambode N1.046trn Y2018 budget proposal

…Earmarks 67% to capital expenditure, 33% for recurrent, targets N720bn IG

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Monday presented the Year 2018 Budget proposal of N1.046trillion to the House of Assembly, with a pledge that his administration will make every effort to complete all ongoing projects as well as initiate new ones to consolidate on the development recorded in the last 30 months.

Governor Ambode, who christened the 2018 Budget as “Budget of Progress and Development”, said it would be used to consolidate on the achievements recorded in infrastructure, education, transportation/traffic management, security and health sectors.

He said the Budget would also focus on mandatory capacity building for civil servants, all teachers in public secondary/primary schools, officers in the health service sector and women & youth empowerment alongside Medium and Small/Micro Size Entrepreneurs (MSMSE’s).

Outlining the key components of the budget, Governor Ambode said capital expenditure would gulp N699.082billion while N347.039billion would be dedicated to recurrent expenditure, representing a Capital/Recurrent ratio of 67 percent to 33 percent and a 28.67 percent increase over Y2017 budget.

The Governor said that despite the modest achievements recorded in 2017, there was still much work ahead, assuring that Government would not relent in its efforts to give Lagosians the best by way of continuous and efficient service delivery.

“Lagos has always been a trailblazer and we must consolidate on the economic gains made so far by initiating people-friendly programmes and projects that will attract more economic improvement in Y2018.

“It is our resolve in Y2018 to strive and complete all on-going projects in order to meet their specified completion period and embark on new strategic projects. We intend to improve on our Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) in the face of the dwindling accruable revenue allocation from the Federal Government, sustain our vision on wealth creation and poverty alleviation,” Governor Ambode said.

The Governor also listed key projects captured in the 2018 Budget to include the Agege Pen Cinema flyover; alternative routes through Oke-Ira in Eti-Osa to Epe-Lekki Expressway; the 8km regional road to serve as alternative route to connect Victoria Garden City (VGC) with Freedom Road in Lekki Phase I; completion of the on-going reconstruction of Oshodi International Airport Road into a 10-lane road and the BRT Lane from Oshodi to Abule-Egba.

On infrastructural renewal, Governor Ambode said his administration remains committed to sustaining the tempo of continuous construction, rehabilitation, upgrading and maintenance of network of roads across the State including those within the boundary areas of Lagos and Ogun States and that the bus reform initiative would be consolidated with the introduction of high and medium capacity buses, construction and completion of bus depots at Oshodi, Anthony, Yaba and many others.
He also said the movement of Mile 12 market to Imota had reached an advanced stage and would be completed in good time to pave way for relocation next year, while the 181 Local Government Roads will be commenced as contractors will be mobilized immediately, as well as continuous gridlock resolution, junction improvement, construction of more laybys and advancement of signalization that will improve traffic congestion especially along the Lekki-Epe corridor.

In the area of job creation, Governor Ambode said the Government would construct an ICT Focus Incubator Centre in Yaba, commence the development of Imota and Igbonla Light Industrial Park as well as the provision of additional small scale industrial estate at Shala, while the State Employment Trust Fund will disburse more funds to Lagosians to support business and stimulate the economy.

Governor Ambode also assured that his administration will vigorously pursue its planned direct intervention in the power value chain towards generating 3,000MW Embedded Power Programme within a three-year plan to achieving 24/7 power supply for the State, stressing that the challenge of inadequate power supply must be resolved for the economy to perform optimally.

He said within the 2018 fiscal year, the Government would continue to rekindle its efforts in the area of Tourism, Sports, Arts and Culture as well as embark on some major projects that would ensure that the State emerges as the hub for tourism, sports and entertainment.

He listed some of the projects to include completion of the five new Art Theatres; establish a Heritage Centre at the former Federal Presidential State House recently handed over to the State Government; build a world class museum between the former Presidential Lodge and the State House, Marina; fast-track construction of the proposed four new stadia in Igbogbo, Epe, Badagry and Ajeromi Ifelodun (Ajegunle) and complete the on-going Epe and Badagry Marina projects.

On Housing, Governor Ambode said that all on-going projects especially those at Gbagada, Igbogbo, Iponri, Igando, Omole Phase I, Sangotedo and Ajara-Badagry would be completed for delivery under the Rent-to-Own policy.

While acknowledging the cooperation and support received from Lagosians, members of the Business Community, Professional Bodies, Non-governmental Organizations and the State Civil Servants in years past, the Governor noted that the modest achievements by his administration within a short period couldn’t have been possible without residents who have been paying their taxes willingly and faithfully.

Besides, Governor Ambode urged residents to embrace the Public Utility Levy as the Cleaner Lagos Initiative aimed at ensuring a cleaner and healthier environment would commence in 2018.

Governor Ambode also commended members of the House of Assembly for their selfless service and support, saying that they have proven themselves to be dynamic and robust lawmakers and partners in progress.

Giving a sectoral breakdown at a press briefing in Alausa, Commissioner for Finance, Mr. Akinyemi Ashade said General Public Services got N171,623bn, representing 16.41 percent; Public Order and Safety, N46.612bn, representing 4.46; Economic Affairs, N473,866bn, 45.30 percent; Environmental Protection, N54,582bn, representing 5.22percent while Housing and Community Amenities got N59,904bn, representing 5.73 percent.

Ashade also told journalists that Health sector got N92.676billion, representing 8.86percent; Recreation, Culture and Religion got N12.511billion, representing 1.20 percent; Education got N126.302billion representing 12.07percent, while Social Protection got N8.042billion representing 0.77percent.

Receiving the budget, Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon Mudashiru Obasa commended Governor Ambode for faithfully executing the year 2017 budget, saying the positive impact of such had been felt across the State with various projects such as the Abule Egba, Ajah and Pen Cinema Flyovers, among other numerous projects in various sectors.

Obasa, who specifically lauded the fact that the 2018 budget estimate had provision for continuous infrastructural development in various sectors such as transport, security, environment, housing, health and capacity building for all public servants including teachers and health workers, however assured that the House would scrutinize it and ensure that the budget delivered on its promises to stimulate the economy of the State by focusing on infrastructure development, delivering inclusive growth and prioritizing the welfare of all Lagosians.

The event was attended by dignitaries in the State including members of the State Executive Council led by the Deputy Governor, Dr Idiat Adebule, former Speakers of the Lagos State House of Assembly, members of the National Assembly from Lagos State, former Deputy Governors of the State, party chieftains, traditional rulers, religious leaders, among others.

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NAFRC trains 403 retiring soldiers

30 million cancer patients prone to death by 2030

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Buhari not capable of being dishonest ' Oyegun


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Festering terror attacks

2019: Atiku's plan shaky as governors seize PDP

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The Nation's Yusuf is Reporter of the Year

EFCC freezes N905m in suspected slush account

Osinbajo, minister, others to Nigerians: change your corruption perception

Okorocha: 89 per cent of Nigerians unhappy

Why Nigerian victims of slavery cannot sue Libya, by Falana

Oyo to generate 2,000MW through IPP

Edo farmers, investors to get N500m credit

Lagos govt restates support for investors

Ayade's N1.3trn budget

Flour Mills to raise N39.9b new capital from shareholders

Return of fuel queues

Corruption allegation rocks pension union

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Sugar Council eyes 1.58mt

Stock Exchange expels 90 stockbrokers from capital market

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Buhari's prison experience


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Three Villagers Reportedly Killed, 10 Others Abducted in Niger Villages

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Kidnapped Plateau PDP Chairman, Sango Regains Freedom

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Senate to Hold Public Hearing on Job Creation

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Traditional Institution Has Lost a Role Model, Says Buhari at Emirs...

IYC, Ijaw Nation Allege Plan by Edo Govt to Unleash Soldiers...

Group Proposes Urgent Political Summit for Nigeria

Court Orders Arrest of Ex-Osun Deputy Governor

Okorocha: 89% of Nigerians Not Happy, Urges Nigeria Air force to...

Family Reveals How Slain Anambra APGA Scribe Was Tortured to Death

A New Dawn for PDP

NCAA: Bad Weather to Disrupt Flights

Banks Urged to Enhance Private Sector Credit

Burruchaga Reveals Argentinas Russia 2018 Ambition

Man City Beats United to Go 11 Points Clear

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 *Headlines Today**[Sun-10-Dec-2017]*


Elephant Club Ambassador Alh. Sulaimon Alao  Malaika  sets to open  multi Million Naira Lekki Mansion.

RenewElephant Cup Resumes today

Infrastructure: Agege LG Boss, Egunjobi Inspects Ongoing Road Construction Project At Taiwo Dada Street

Councilor Kabiru Odejobi OKCO, others inspect Taiwo Dada Street

Incredible: Libya returnee rejects Gov Obaseki’s monthly stipend
....says Libya is the best place to work...

Lagos polytechnic to award degrees soon

Alaafin of Oyo to host Coronation of Otunba Gani Adams as 'Aare Onakakanfo' of Yorubaland in January 2018




*Punch Newspaper*

Man stabs teenager to death after engagement was cancelled

Conte gives up on Chelsea title hopes

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Ex-agitators pledge continuous support to FG

Chinese electric carmaker to open Morocco plant

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PDP delegates reject constitutional amendment on women

PDP liberated North-East from Boko Haram, says Ekweremadu

Who was the French rocker Johnny Hallyday

France bids emotional farewell to rocker Hallyday

Son sinks Stoke to get Tottenham back on track

Buhari congratulates ex-NNPC boss, Kupolokun, at 70

PDP Convention: I have right to support any aspirant Wike

PDP convention: Police arrest 20 for stealing phones

End fuel scarcity now, NLC tells FG

(BREAKING) PDP Convention: Delegates get Unity list

20-year-old UNIBEN undergraduate wins NCDMB oil/gas essay competition

Court sentences man to death for brutal rape of housemaid


*Vanguard Newspaper*
PDP delegates reject constitutional amendment on women

2019: INEC to register more political parties

Any bids for ' a shot of Tupac's penis

Pacquiao in talks with Conor McGregor for a fight

Conte throws in towel as Kane sparks Spurs

Int'l Anti-Corruption Day: Reforms, technology, attitudinal change key to curbing corruption ' Obaseki

Edo First Lady hosts wives of state legislators, calls for unity, partnership

Six' candidates vie for PDP chairmanship

Home, Property Festival will help curb excesses of middlemen, says Organiser

CBN to continue supporting financial service penetration 'Emefiele

No law bars Gov Bello from building a personal house- Aide

Iraq completely liberated from Islamic State, premier says

Zanzibar reach Cecafa Cup semis

NLO football season to kickoff March 2018 ' Officials

LASU must adhere to rule of law, due process ' VC

PDP Convention: I have right to support any aspirant ' Gov. Wike

MFM FC wins South-West Pre-Season Tourney

Shell woes global innovators to fix Nigeria's energy sector


*The Nation Newspaper*
PDP committed to sustaining Nigeria ' Akpabio

LASU must adhere to rule of law, due process ' VC

PDP committed to sustaining Nigeria ' Akpabio


Gunmen shoot AIT reporter in Bayelsa

Insecurity: Pope urges FG to prioritize future of youth

Reforms, technology, attitudinal change key to curbing corruption ' Obaseki

PDP has become reference point in Nigeria ' Jonathan

Briton's murder: IYC delegation visits UK High Commission

Atiku calls for unity in PDP ahead of 2019 polls

Harmattan: Kuje fire department warns residents against bush burning

Amazing! See The Miracle Device That 'Cures Over 50 CHRONIC DISEASES' Without Drug

PDP: Agbaje withdraws from Chairmanship race

Eight dead, nine injured in early morning expressway accident

PDP Convention: Kashamu rejects suspension

Live updates: PDP National Convention

National Convention: Eagle Square agog as delegates arrive

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*Thisday Newspaper*

Aiteo Group, Peters Appoint Nigerian Legal Team

My Suspension, a Nullity, Kashamu Says

South West Aspirants Rally Support for Adeniran as Consensus Candidate

Makarfi: PDP Has Come Back to Life

South West Aspirants Rally Support for Adeniran as Consensus Candidate

Makarfi: PDP Has Come Back to Life

South West Aspirants Rally Support for Adeniran as Consensus Candidate

Makarfi: PDP Has Come Back to Life

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In Make or Mar Chairmanship Election, Secondus is Frontrunner

Adeosun: Allegations against Gwarzo Weighty, Ministry in Possession of Incriminating Records

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Court Stops EFCC from Freezing AITEO's Accounts

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Headlines Today*[Fri-01-Dec-2017]*

World Cup 2018 draw: Sylvester Igbonu (Sly) to welcome Nigerians,  others in Moscow

Agege LGA holds Budget stakeholders meeting
 ...To spend hugely on infrastructure in 2018

 Agege'll feel the impact of 2018 budget than ever - Executive Chairman, Hon. Ganiyu Egunjobi

Hon. JS Babatunde sets to commission Coker street, Omotoye street today

Mrs. Mojisola Babatunde embarks on 5-Day deworming exercise for children

LASG Fixes Akilo Road...Reopens To Motorists

Sports: Baale Ajegunle Cup Kicks Off Today At Yidi Praying Ground

Lagos declares zero-tolerance for safety hazards in construction industry

Lagos celebrates People Living With Disabilities




*Punch Newspaper*

EFCC to re-arraign ex-Enugu gov, Nnamani, Dec. 4

ICPC detains four Kogi ex-commissioners for N11bn fraud

BHaram is France, Nigerias common enemy France envoy

Obasanjo mourns ex-foreign affairs minister, Adeniji

Buhari, others seek end to crisis in Togo

Seized N13bn: Union Bank opposes Ikoyi flat forfeiture

Ayade presents N1.3tr budget for 2018

Maina: Produce probe report within seven days, Reps order AGF

Paris Club refund: Court freezes seven accounts linked to governors forum

Jonathans cousin got $40m from $1.2bn approved by ex-President Witness

Fund public complaints commission

Jonathan described subsidy scam as oily business Saraki

Convention: PDP begs govs, aspirants for money, okays 13 panels

Ningi on George

2019: NEC, Afenifere, Junaid, others differ on Buhari

Lagosll soon be third largest Africas economy

TOTAL Upstream, NiBUCAA launch HIV/AIDS campaign in Lagos schools

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*Vanguard Newspaper*
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4,079 persons infected with HIV in 9 months in Bauchi

Ambode charges accountants to uphold ethics of profession

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CBN's PMI indicates further economic expansion in November

Foreign investors buy out Nigerian shareholders in Seven-Up

Taobao auctions two 747 jets for $50m


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Perm Sec: I accept blame for Maina's return to work

Maina has U.S., two Nigeria passports

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2,800 delegates for PDP convention

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Group decries doctors' threat to go on strike

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Common disorders occurring in pregnancy (4) Infections

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*Thisday Newspaper*
Emefiele: Our Worst Days Behind Us

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UBA Emerges First Nigerian Bank to Win African Bank of the Year Award

OPEC Caps Nigeria, Libya's Oil Output at 2107 Levels, Extends Production Cuts

Two Years of Unlawful Detention: A Memo to Sambo Dasuki

Jonathan was Not Prepared for Presidency, Says Saraki

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Buhari Returns from Cte d'Ivoire, Leaves for Jordan Today

Ayade Presents N1.3tn Budget for 2018, Highest Ever by a State

Ortom Backs Buhari for 2019, Says Atiku is on His Own

Needless Politics in NDDC

Nigerias Manufacturing Index Expands for Eighth Consecutive Month

EU Bank Extends 100m Credit to Afreximbank

Will Luck Smile on Eagles as Draw Holds in Russia

Ahead NPFL Invitational: Ifeanyi Ifeanyi Confident of CHAN Eagles

Infrastructure: J.S Babatunde Sets to Commission Six Boreholes in Orile-Agege - AgegePulse

Going by the information made available to Agege Pulse few hours ago, the people of Orile Agege will on Friday 24th November witness another round of infrastructural gains from the Hon. Johnson Sunday Babatunde led administration.

The Executive Chairman, alongside Commissioner for Environment, Dr. Samuel Babatunde Adejare will be commissioning six boreholes in six different locations that according to reports, have been grossly affected by dearth of water supplies.

The commissioning is part of Hon Babatunde's 100 days in office celebration.

In a phone conversation with Agege Pulse Editor, he said it's been 100 days with gains for the people of Orile Agege adding that they had waited haplessly for 24years to experience tailored projects like the new roads and boreholes.

While urging the people to expect more, Hon. Babatunde said the boreholes were constructed based on the immediate demands of the host communities, hence go beyond superfluous projects.

Stay tuned to Agege Pulse for live and detailed reports from the commissioning tomorrow.

Today's Headlines

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Headlines Today*[Thu-23-Nov-2017]*

Infrastructure key to sustainable development - Hon. JS Babatunde

Hon. Ganiyu Egunjobi Embarks on roads construction... Calls for peaceful Campaign

Infrastructure: Taiwo Dada Street, others get government attention

Pen Cinema flyover  bridge construction: LASG removes Ogunji Statue in Pen Cinema Roundabout

Residents in Agege/Orile call for more physical projects from government

Grassroot football: RenewElephant Cup is World Class - Director, WGB

National Orientation Agency (NOA) holds Peace/Security Awareness Sensitisation Campaign in Agege


*Punch Newspaper*

EFCC/DSS clash: Sagay, Falana berate DSS for stopping Ekpeyong, Okes arrest

National security structure has collapsed Senate

EFCC makes a U-turn, releases Anyim, seizes his passport

Lagos judge withdraws from Justice Nganjiwas bribery trial

Tinubu visits Afenirere leader, says no automatic ticket for Buhari

27 die in Adamawa herdsmen, farmers clash

Killing: Police file charges against ex-PDP chair sons wife

Non-indigenes wont succeed me, says Amosun

Well take decision on Kashamu soon, says PDP

Maina: Malami files defence before Senate panel

I take responsibility for PDPs defeat in 2015 Jonathan

HIV: Lawmaker asks sex workers to send proposal to NAssembly

Edo seeks EU support for trafficked victims

Ozekhomes firm, lawyer clash in Patience Jonathans $15.5m case

FCT to pull down illegal buildings in Lugbe, Kubwa, others

EFCC declares witness in Suswams trial hostile

Nigeria to achieve self-sufficiency in rice in 2018

Boko Haram engaging in forced marriage, extortion CDD


*Vanguard Newspaper*
Adamawa attack: Gov Bindow summons traditional rulers as death toll rises to 60

Obiano receives certificate of return from INEC

I'm a prophet with value at home 'Okowa

Anambra: TMG calls for stiff action against vote buying

Industrialist hails Obiano, mourns Ekwueme

Use Avengers three-month ceasefire to develop N-Delta, FG urged

UNICEF tasks Nigeria on open defecation

IFAD empowers 4,000 Benue youths

The worst is over ' Buhari

Edo NUT kicks against Bill transferring payment of teachers' salaries to LGs

Nwosu resigns as Anambra PDP nears explosion

Delta farmers inaugurate exco

PNDPC didn't join PANDEF 'Ayemi-Botu

We've built structures to rehabilitate human trafficking victims 'Obaseki

Zimbabwe: This is not a coup- military

Why I joined APC now- Ojukwu

Investors Protection Fund: NSE seeks 8 year tenure for Board members

BOI tasks women entrepreneurs to employ more people


*The Nation Newspaper*
2019: Buhari will follow due process, says Tinubu

Northcentral governors, leaders urge Buhari to contest in 2019

Senate seeks new security design to end killings

Boko Haram: CDS in Northeast as governor visits victims

Buhari orders audit of recovered assets within one month

Budget won't be ready before March

No going back on arrest of Ekpeyong, Oke, says Magu

Can Nigeria ever achieve analogue switch-off

Jealous wife charged with stabbing ex-PDP chair's son to death

PDP chair: Disagreements may be resolved at convention, says Makarfi

Will Obaseki fulfill promises to revamp education

Sokoto spends N3b on scholarship

Private sector role vital in education says Lagos govt

Ex-UNILAG VC, man of peace

OAU alumni adopt hall

Peak trains teachers on nutrition

Fixing education's woes

NGO kits up school in Ondo


*Thisday Newspaper*
Citing Gaps in Management of Recovered Assets, Buhari Inaugurates Audit Panel

Tinubu: APC Has Not Endorsed Anyone for 2019 Presidential Ticket

Address Fiscal Challenges, Despite GDP Growth, World Bank Tells Nigeria

Apple Sells MekaMons Robots Built by Nigerian-British Engineer

Fidelity Bank Partners Africa's Young Entrepreneurs on Youth Empowerment Nume Ekeghe

NNPC Secures $3.7bn Alternative Financing in Three Years

AfDB Portfolio in Nigeria over $6bn, Says Adesina

Mubi Bombing: IG Places CPs, AIGS on Red Alert

PDP Denies Makarfi's Presidential Ambition

Police File Murder Charges against Wife for Alleged Murder of Ex-PDP Chair's Son

AfDB: DBNs Role in MSMEs Sector Extremely Important to Us

ABINBEV Restates Commitment to Nigeria with $250m Investment

Masari: Nigeria Has Several Big Men But Few Leaders

Events Have Proven Buharis Govt is Corrupt

So Many Things to Reform

Will the Donald Dukes of Nigeria Ever Get a Chance

Eagles Victory over Argentina May Be Counterproductive, Ighalo Warns

Who is Afraid of Family Planning

Today's Headlines

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Headlines Today* [Mon-20-Nov-2017]*

Lagos to get 24/7 power supply in 2018 Ambode

Lagos Speaker, Obasa, Other Dignitaries Felicitate with Alake of Egbaland on his 12th Coronation Anniversary.

Lagos APC leaders urge members to embrace unity

Residents of Orile want Hon. JS Babatunde to fix Amoo Road

Orile-Agege LCDA gets infrastructural boost

Fire guts Ayobo Garage, Agege.. As Egunjobi visits scene to console victims

Agege Hip Hop Stars, Small Doctor, Junior Boy, MC SureBoy, others show love to fans

RenewElephant Cup: Sarafina FC first to qualify for Q/Final

LASG seeks cooperation, promises to compensate property owners


*Punch Newspaper*

PDP chair: Fayose seeks shadow election for S'West aspirants


Lamidos group dismisses Buharis govt as disaster

Prof. Olunloyo dies at 74

FG has abandoned Bayelsa, says Dickson

PDP, Buhari congratulate Jonathan at 60

Defiant Mugabe says hell preside over party congress in Dec

Obaze rejects Obianos victory in Anambra governorship poll

BVN: Banks frustrating anti-corruption war, FG, AGF tell court


LASG seeks cooperation, promises to compensate property owners

FG hails global endorsement of Nigerias anti-terrorism fight

Lions Club, friends raise funds for Olusola Dada Dialysis Centre

Ogun monarch laments attacks by herdsmen

French police officer kills three before committing suicide

Wasteful oil search in the North


Southern senators to hold confab on restructuring

Anambra defeat: Makarfi brought ill-luck to PDP, says Kashamu


*Vanguard Newspaper*
Buhari, APC felicitate with Jonathan at 60

PDP chairmanship: Fayose calls for shadow election among S-West aspirants

Human trafficking, Illegal migration, threat to national security ' Saraki

Anambra election: Obaze rejects results as INEC declares Obiano winner

SSANU raps FG's stance on workers'welfare

Delta LG polls: PDP flags off campaign

How we uncovered 40 illegal refineries in Edo, by CP Kokumo

IVF, solution to infertility problems 'Oyetunji

CDS warns new naval ratings against support for secession

Why Africa must copy China's industrialisation drive by IGU

NGO hails Anambrarians, police, others on violence free poll

Save Imo courts from total collapse ' Chief Judge

Nigeria exports $9.7m, earns N69bn from solid minerals ' NEITI

Apapa gridlock worsens, Ambode's taskforce yet to take off

AWARD: Ambode accepts Transparency Nigeria's nomination

The only way N-Delta can enjoy its oil wealth is to join APC ' Ojougboh

Why I didn't implement 2014 Confab report ' Jonathan

2018: Joining APC is like leaving Jesus Christ for satan ' Fayose


*The Nation Newspaper*
BVN: Govt accuses CBN, banks of shielding rogues

Mugabe adamant

Wife stabs son of ex-PDP chair Bello to death over text messages

Obiano re-elected Anambra governor

Fayose: aspirants for chairman must unite

Aisha Buhari honoured in Morocco

Woman in court for alleged stealing fraud

Boy jailed for defiling minor

My husband tied me to tree

Agent in trouble

ASUP strike shutdown Delta polytechnics

CFAO inaugurates assembly plant

Equities lose N144b as investors await CBN decisions

Unsafe executive acts on the roads

Govt needs to address harmful regulations to enhance growth

Tranex N238.6m rights issue records 90.5% subscription

Kia begins healthcare centre's renovation

NNPC: crude-for-product arrangement on course


*Thisday Newspaper*
APGA's Victory Maintains NationalBalance of Power Ahead of 2019

As MPC Meets, Marginal Drop in Inflation May Delay Interest Rate Cut

Mugabe Refuses to Resign, Risks Impeachment

Why I Didn't Implement 2014 Confab Report

Buhari, PDP Congratulate Jonathan at 60

Ex-PDP National Chairman's Son, Allegedly Stabbed to Death By Wife

Ibrahim: Governance Remains Poor in Africa

SERAP, Pensioners Seek ECOWAS Court Intervention over Unpaid Pensions, Salaries

Lagos to Concession 10-Lane Okokomaiko-Seme Border Road Project

Glo, Airtel, Dangote, Seven Others Advance to Final Stage in 9mobile...

Afrinvest Launches Affordable Investment Option for Nigeria

Aregbesolas Senatorial Aspiration Tears Lagos APC Apart

Kwara LG Poll: Protest Trails Election Outcome

PDP in Dire Straits

Buharis Silent Support for the South-east

Yakubu Gowon in Retrospect

Quadri, Adekuoroye Dominate 2017 Nigerian Sports Award

MTN Sponsors First-of-its-Kind Kiddies Mini-marathon

Orile-Agege LCDA gets infrastructural boost- AgegePulse

Orile-Agege LCDA gets infrastructural boost as Executive Chairman, Johnson Sunday Babatunde inspects ongoing road construction across the council.

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The amiable Chairman who has placed roads construction and rehabilitation atop his agenda for the LCDA, was sighted in a yellow flowing agbada yesterday around Omotoye Estate gate leading to Iresi Street and going down to Daddy Oniyide Street where he was inspecting the level of work done by the site engineers.

Feelers in Orile Agege say the ongoing construction is one of the most economic viable roads in the area because it links many inner roads to the major road.

Coker Street and Mulero Junction are some of the major areas of the community that the J.S BABATUNDE led administration has given facelift to.

Governor Ambode to commence 181 new roads soon

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...To bridge infrastructure gap between the divisions, districts to make every part livable 

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Monday pledged his readiness to make every part of the State livable by bridging the infrastructure gap between the divisions and senatorial districts.

The Governor who spoke through the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Mr. Tunji Bello, at the opening ceremony of the 4th summit of the Association of Retired Heads of Service and Permanent Secretaries with the theme "IBILE ECHOES" added that the present administration will make every part of the State economic centres.

“Making every part of the State economic centres is a key strategy to address the challenge of rural-urban migration which has a negative impact on urban infrastructures and other social and economic challenges”, the Governor stated.

He noted that part of what had been done by the Government in this regard is the connection of communities in Ibeju- Lekki and Badagry to the national grid after several years without electric power supply.

“Part of what we have done in this regard is the connection of communities in Ibeju Lekki and Badagry to the national grid after several years without electric power supply. In addition, the 114 roads initiative has been delivered while the 181 new roads will commence very soon”, he said.

Governor Ambode expressed the belief that every division of the State has something to contribute to its collective prosperity if properly harnessed, adding that one of the key policy objectives of the administration is to ensure even development among the five divisions or three Senatorial districts.

He cited the example of the Badagry and Epe axis with its great tourism potentials, stressing that it is one sector with limitless opportunities in terms of wealth and employment creation.

In his words: “We are therefore committed to opening up these two axes through massive investment in infrastructure development and renewal to attract both local and foreign investors. When fully developed, our State will join other cities and countries whose major chunk of foreign exchange comes from tourism”.

Earlier in her welcome address, the Head of Service, Mrs. Olabowale Ademola said members of ALARHOSPS are at a critical turn in the history of the State because its 50th anniversary has been celebrated and this gave them the opportunity to reflect on history and the reasons that Lagos
State is a Centre of Excellence.

She added that the forum will leverage on lessons learnt to chart the course for a brighter and rewarding future.

She, therefore, urged ALARHOSPS members to focus deliberations on the impact of Government’s policies, programmes and projects on communities with a view to developing strategies to improve the effectiveness of Government’s interventions in the areas of socio-economic development, inclusive governance and environmental sustainability.

Also speaking, the President of the Association of Lagos State Retired Heads of Service and Permanent Secretaries, Alhaji Omokayode Anjorin who was represented by the 1st Vice-President, Alhaji Mohammed Olagbaye, said in the almost three years of its existence, ALARHOPS has been waxing stronger, expressing appreciation to the Governor for his support at all times.

COWLSO: Gov. Ambode Charges Women on Entrepreneurial Skills, Productiveness - AgegePulse

 Urges women not to be afraid of being more successful than  husbands

…Ambode’s infrastructural drive revolutionary, says Bindow

COWLSO urges govt to provide lands, grants for women in agri-business

The Committee of Wives of Lagos State Officials (COWLSO) on Thursday concluded its three-day National Women Conference, with a charge on women to step up their entrepreneurial skills and not be afraid of being more successful than their spouses.

The Committee also urged women to take full advantage of the paradigm shift from Nigeria’s dependence on oil and explore the many opportunities available in the fast growing agricultural industry.

This was part of the 22-point communiqué reached at the conclusion of the Conference with the theme, “She Creates, She Transforms”, held at the Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos and read by the wife of the Secretary to the State Government, Professor Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello.

“Women were charged to step up and not be afraid of being more successful than their spouses and they must be willing to invest more to expand their pool of income,” the communiqué read in part.

The Conference also tasked women to embrace entrepreneurial disposition and also get more involved in animal husbandry because of their prudence and passion, in order to increase daily production in the country, while government should also provide lands and conducive environment for women farmers.

Besides, women were encouraged to help one another by introducing themselves to organizations where funds could be accessed such as Fund for Agricultural Finance in Nigeria (FAFIN), Bank of Industry, among others.

“Women should be solution providers that are purpose-driven rather than looking for immediate financial profits. These give opportunities to contribute towards improving the society.

“The Conference reiterated that women must be empowered in order to take care of the family, community and the nation.

The conference also stressed the fact that women should be positively aggressive and assertive in order to contribute to the development of the nation,” the communiqué also read.

The Conference also appreciated the Lagos State Government for empowering women through its skill acquisition programme.

In her closing remarks, COWLSO Chairman and Wife of Lagos State Governor, Mrs Bolanle Ambode said it was important for Nigerian women to understand that they are in a unique situation at this point in time, and must see the current reality in the country not as a hopeless situation but an opportunity for entrepreneurial ambition to make a positive impact in a challenging situation.

While making reference to one of the sessions at the conference which focused on agriculture, Mrs. Ambode said women should have good mentors, be consistent and persist in doing the right things, noting that challenges should be seen as mere stepping stones that do not kill.

She said: "I urge all participants to make the best use of all they learnt at the conference for their personal benefits. You should also please endeavour to pass on the knowledge acquired."
Declaring the conference closed, Adamawa State Governor, Senator Jubrilla Bindow, who was the Special Guest of Honour, lauded the sterling performance of his counterpart in Lagos State, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode in office so far, describing his infrastructural renewal efforts as unprecedented and revolutionary.

Bindow said Governor Ambode, through his brilliant works, had confirmed to Nigerians that the All Progressives Congress (APC) was committed to bring about positive change in the country.
Bindow, who was represented by his Deputy, Mr. Martins Babale, said despite the complexities of governing a State with unique peculiarities like Lagos, Governor Ambode had performed creditably well in key sectors, adding that he was indeed proud to associate himself with the achievements, and described his counterpart as a worthy leader.

He said: “Let me end this short address by very sincerely commending my dear brother, His Excellency, Governor Akinwunmi Ambode for his sterling performance as the Governor of Lagos State. I know the complexities of governance especially in a highly urban and sophisticated setting like Lagos, but I also acknowledge that my brother has done wonderfully.

“I must say with Ambode’s performance here in Lagos and our achievements in transforming Adamawa State, our party, the APC has glaring signpost of positive change to showcase to Nigerians any day anytime.

“As if working as twins, both my humble self and Governor
Ambode have addressed infrastructure in a very revolutionary manner in our states. This is in addition to commitments in areas of education, health and human services. I am proud to associate myself with my brother the Governor of Lagos State and I am proud of him as a person and as a leader,” Bindow said.

He also commended COWLO leadership and members for coming up with the conference which focused on engaging women positively at a time when others were discussing hate speeches, saying that it was indeed gratifying that the conference deliberated on positive causes and promotion of values.

Earlier, Governor Ambode congratulated the over 2,500 participants at the conference for successfully undergoing three days of networking and experience, saying that from reports, the conference had been very intensive and knowledge-driven.

“We are looking forward to seeing more of this creative and transformative impact on women in Lagos State. Like I always say, our government will always be there to support you and help you to achieve your aspirations,” Governor Ambode said.

Besides, the Governor encouraged women to key into the 22-point communiqué issued at the end of the conference with the view to positively making use of same for the overall benefit of themselves and the State.