Lagos trains health workers to manage deadly viral infections

The Lagos State Government in collaboration with Dr. Ameyo Stella Adadevoh (DRASA) Health Trust recently trained health workers in public secondary facilities on the management of deadly Viral Haemorrhagic Fevers (VHFs) with a view to increasing their capacity to identify and promptly manage patients during an outbreak of infectious diseases.

Speaking at the training, the State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Jide Idris, noted that Lagos, with rapid urbanization and a population of over 22 million people, stands at high risk of an outbreak of infectious diseases.

“These diseases are mostly deadly Viral Haemorrhagic Fevers which include, Ebola, Lassa fever, Yellow fever, and Dengue. These deadly viruses cause sporadic outbreaks all over the country and the goal of the training is to build capacity in identifying and containing them in a mega city like ours” he said.

Idris who was represented by the Director Disease Control in the Ministry of Health, Dr. Eniola Erinosho stated that Medical Directors of General Hospitals have been mandated to designate a ward as Isolation Unit to quarantine suspected cases, stressing that this was done to increase the level of preparedness in the management VHF.

“The Ministry of Health in collaboration with DRASA Health Trust through this training seeks to increase the State’s level of outbreak preparedness, build the capacity of health workers to identify, diagnose and manage cases without jeopardizing their safety and that of residents”, Idris stressed.

The Commissioner added that State Government as part of efforts to enhance emergency preparedness has put in place an Inter-Ministerial Committee on Emergency Preparedness and Response, Disease Surveillance, Notification and Response structures in all the 20 local government areas of the State, and the Infectious Disease Control Hospital - Mainland Hospital Yaba.

He also stated that other emergency facilities available in the State include Lagos State Ambulance Services (LASAMBUS), Lagos State Emergency Medical Services (LASEMS), State Environmental Health Monitoring Units (SEHMU), Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) and Lagos State Waste Management Authority.

Idris noted that enactment of Lagos State Public Health Law and the Lagos State Coronary Law supports emergency preparedness and response, adding that there is an Emergency Call Centre in the State which responds to emergency calls on dedicated lines: 767 and 211.

While commending DRASA Health Trust for collaborating with the Ministry of Health to train health workers on the management of emerging infectious diseases, the Commissioner assured the organization of the State government’s commitment and support in establishing a Simulation Training Centre on Emergency Preparedness and Response for Emerging Infectious Disease at the Lagos Mainland Hospital, Yaba.

Earlier, the Managing Director of DRASA Health Trust, Ms. Niniola Soleye explained that the training covers multiple topics including identification and triage of suspected VHF patients, application of standard precautions, and usage of personal protective equipment (PPE) before and after dealing with a suspected case.

“This is not a typical lecture or presentation type of training. We are using simulation and scenarios to make it hands-on and to ensure that the doctors and nurses we are training actually go through the process. So that when they are faced with a real live infectious patient as Dr. Adadevoh was with the first Ebola patient in 2014, they will know what to do. That is our goal” she said.

DRASA Health Trust was established in memory of Dr. Ameyo Stella Adadevoh, the doctor who correctly diagnosed and contained the first case of Ebola in Nigeria. No fewer than 50 Health workers from various general hospitals and primary health care centres in the State were in attendance.

Today's Headlines

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Headlines Today *[Wed-22-Nov-2017]*

Ambode assures Lagosians of equity, justice for all

Secret Cults Are Evil, Don't Join, Hon. Ganiyu Egunjobi advises students in Agege

Patronize Govt healthcare facilities, Bolanle Ambode charges expectant mothers

Memories Recounted As Family Remember Ologba of Ogbaland

 We on a daily basis, feel the gap left by Ologba of Ogbaland, Regent (Adele) of Ogba, Prince Jelili Kehinde Ashade reveals

Agege is accommodating safe in terms of Sports, Security - Asisat Oshoala

Akilo Road Rehabilitation nears 90% completion, to be fully open soon

Hon. Majiyagbe plans big for 2017 Agege LGEA Week


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Mo Ibrahim welcomes Mugabes resignation

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Maternal mortality: Ambode's wife begs mothers to use govt health facilities

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Ambode canvasses patronage of made in NIgeria products for MSME growth

AgegePulse Magazine

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode has underscored the need to increase patronage of locally made products and also expand the capacity of Micro, Small Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in the State, assuring that his administration will continue to pay greater attention to the sector.

 The Governor who was represented by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Wealth Creation and Employment, Dr. Olajide Bashorun, made this known during the Lagos Small Business Summit held at Terra Kulture, Victoria Island, Lagos.

 He described the theme of the summit "Creating exponential institutions: how government and small businesses can keep up with the market" as very apt considering the need for effective partnership between government institutions and the organized stakeholders in Small and Medium Enterprises, SMEs.

 Governor Ambode explained that the summit throws a challenge to all players, both public and private, to look inwards and develop the internal and external capacities of other sectors for steady growth and global competitiveness.

 While making case for the informal sector, Ambode said "we must significantly reduce our taste for foreign-made goods because it is detrimental to the survival and growth of SMEs and their capacity to create wealth and generate employment for our teeming unemployed youths.

 He listed several incentives provided to operators of SMEs under the present administration, saying that tradesmen and artisans in different vocations recently completed a training programme organized by the State Government to further enhance their capacity.

 "During the celebration of the 2017 Day for artisans and tradesmen few weeks back, I directed the various Ministries, Departments and Agencies of the State Government to henceforth, accord greater recognition to members of the informal sector in terms of increasing patronage for the products of SMEs in line with the State's 'Buy Made in Nigeria Campaign' ‘’the Governor stated.

 He added that the State government had also resolved to engage the services of small and medium scale artisans in the execution of government contracts.

 According to him, the Ministry of Wealth Creation and Employment was established by the current administration to implement policies aimed at enhancing the capacity of SMEs to harness their contribution to economic growth and development.

 He also said that the Employment Trust Fund was set up to address the challenge of lack of access to funding, stressing that the responses from applicants of the initiative show that young people are willing to take advantage of opportunities when given.

 "As we speak, over N3.5billion Naira has been disbursed to over 6,000 beneficiaries who are at different stages of executing their businesses plan” he stated.

 He assured participants at the summit that government will continue to promote opportunities for MSMEs to thrive by focusing on the development of infrastructure and its processes to improve and enhance the competitiveness and productivity of MSMEs in the State.

 Also speaking at the event, the Chairman, Planning Committee of the 2017 SME 100 Nigeria, Lagos Small Business Summit, Mr. Tope Adekoya commended the Governor for prioritizing the development of small businesses and for his willingness to help these businesses thrive.

 He explained that the idea of bringing all relevant stakeholders together at the Summit is basically to foster discussions on how to build a more successful, industrious and entrepreneurial State.

Ambode assures Lagosians of equity, justice for all

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The Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode has assured residents of the State that his administration will not relent in delivering dividends of democracy to its citizenry by fast-tracking the process of justice delivery and ensuring equal protection of individuals’ rights.

 Governor Ambode made this known at the Rule of Law and Anti-Corruption Programme organized by Federal Justice Sector Reform Coordinating Committee (FJSRCC) in collaboration with Lagos State Government, European Union and British Council at Sheraton Hotel, Ikeja.

 Ambode, who was represented by the Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Mr. Adeniji Kazeem said reforms in the judicial sector across the globe rely on the creation and implementation of sound policies by the concerned government, noting that all will be done to that ensure justice works for all in Lagos.

 While making reference to the recently established DNA and Forensic Centre in the State, the Governor assured members of the legal profession and residents of the State that his administration will further put in place machinery that will aid investigation of criminal cases.

 “We are committed to a quick dispensation of justice for all because we believe that this will bring about the much-needed change across all other sectors for the benefit of all residents in the State”, he said.

 He said that the government will continue to explore other opportunities through partnership with organisations to promote judicial reforms, while also focusing more on improving the welfare of the judiciary.

 Also speaking, the Solicitor General/Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Justice, Mr. Dayo Apata commended Governor Ambode for leading the cause of judicial reform in Nigeria and urged other States to emulate Lagos State.

 He said the programme aimed at appraising justice and judicial reforms is also a platform to communicate the need for judicial reform in all States of the country for robust awareness and acceptance of the National Reform Policy.

 Apata tasked representatives of all States at the programme to lead the implementation of the policy in their States to help the President Muhammadu Buhari administration achieve fair justice delivery in the fight against corruption.

Patronize Govt healthcare facilities, Mrs. Ambode charges expectant mothers

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 Wife of the Governor of Lagos State, Mrs. Bolanle Ambode, has renewed her call on expectant mothers to patronize primary health centres and skilled birth attendants in the State, to reduce the incidence of maternal and infant mortality.

She gave the advice today at a town hall meeting on the reduction of maternal and child mortality organized by Lagos State Ministry of Health at Epe Local Government.

Mrs. Ambode blamed prevailing maternal mortality rate on the failure of expectant mothers to access obstetric services provided by the government.

 “Almost every minute, somewhere in a corner of the world, a woman dies as a result of complications during pregnancy and childbirth. For every woman that dies, about 20 others survive but suffer from serious diseases, disability or physical damage, caused by complications. Majority of these maternal deaths are avoidable if expectant mothers access quality reproductive health care, including skilled attendance at birth,” she said.

“Non-use of essential obstetric services is a crucial factor that contributes to high maternal mortality. Some women refuse to access care when highly necessary either because of cultural practices or because decision-making is the responsibility of other family members”, she added.

Mrs. Ambode stressed that while the role of Traditional Birth Attendants (TBAs) is acknowledged, it is important they know their limitations and ensure prompt referrals to Primary Health Care Centres.

She appealed to women of child-bearing age and pregnant women to avail themselves of the free services during the Child Health Week, taking place throughout this week, by visiting the nearest Primary Health facility closest to them.

The Governor’s wife, who urged women to pay attention to their nutrition during pregnancy, enlisted the support of families, religious and community groups to win the battle against the menace of infant and maternal mortality.

Speaking earlier, the Commissioner for Health, Dr. Jide Idris, noted that it was important for TBAs to register with the State Government, adding that reports indicated that expectant mothers still patronize those TBAs that are not trained to handle unforeseen complications during pregnancy or childbirth.

The Commissioner said that the State Government had done so much in the area of primary health-care, as the Governor was very passionate about the health of the citizenry.

He enjoined everyone to come together at the end of the town hall meeting and resolve to do the right thing and save the lives of mothers during pregnancy and babies after childbirth, stressing that everyone has a role to play in this regard.

Delivering their goodwill messages, a member of the Federal House of Representatives, representing Epe Federal Constituency, Hon. Tasir Raji and Chairman, House Committee on Health in the State House of Assembly, Hon. Segun Olulade, both noted that there was a strong link between the health and survival of a mother and that of her new-born.

Raji said it was imperative for the State Government to explore the possibility of registering the TBAs with a view to integrating them into the healthcare delivery system, as this according to him, would help build capacity to ease the burden in the health sector.

Olulade stressed that concerted efforts must be made to ensure that no woman in Lagos State loses her life during pregnancy or childbirth.

In attendance were top government functionaries, traditional rulers, the health family, Traditional Birth Attendants, and other stakeholders.

Memories Recounted As Family Remember Ologba of Ogba

Today, 21 November, 2017 is one of the most unforgettable days in the Royal Family of Ashade in Ogba, Agege. It was the day that Ologba of Ogbaland, Oba Ibrahim Sanni Ashade joined his ancestors.

It is now three years since the entire Ogba community woke up to the news of the departure of the highly revered custodian of justice.

However, Agege Pulse reliably gathered that the Ashade family are planning to hold prayers to mark the 3rd year anniversary of the late monarch.

In a brief chat with the Regent (Adele) of Ogba, Prince Jelili Kehinde Ashade, he revealed that the family, on a daily basis, feel the gap left by their patriarch whom he said was generous, straight forward and a disciplined man.

The regent stressed that the monarch's legacy has been a source of inspiration for the entire community, hence the need to keep him in prayers.

He confirmed that there would be prayer session for the late Ologba of Ogbaland on Thursday 23rd November, 2017.

J.S Babatunde Flags Off Pediatrics Care Week

In a bid to address the issue of inadequate health care attention for children and pregnant women under his jurisdiction, the Executive Chairman of Orile Agege LCDA, Mr. Johnson Sunday Babatunde has began the second phase of the Maternal Newborn and Child Health Week.

The initiative which is regarded as first of its kind in the LCDA attracted infants, nursing mothers and pregnant women across the council.

As a clear sign that the well being and survival of the weak vessels is paramount to the Chairman, the initiative is already being twice within four months of his assumption into office.

J.S Babatunde, Vice- Chairman, Mrs Oluwatoyin Akanni-Pedro, Secretary to the LCDA, Mr James  Agboola, Supervisors, several health workers and other dignitaries across the area thronged Odunmbaku Public Health Centre in Orile - Agege LCDA yesterday to declare the one-week-long and all-encompassing pediatrics care exercise open.

It started with demonstration of Hand Washing by Environmental Health Officers to mothers before the Wife of the Executive Chairman, Mrs Mojisola Babatunde administered Vitamin-A on the children. Subsequently, mosquito nets and hygiene packs were given to the women.

Agege Pulse learnt that within the one week duration of this programme, pregnant women, nursing mothers and their babies will get attention in different areas ranging from  Malnutrition Screening, Deworming Exercise, Polio Immunization, IPT for malaria in Pregnancy and Family Planning.

Also,  it was gathered that the exercise will be carried out in all the four (4) Primary Health Centers in Orile - Agege, Lagos State.

Speaking at the flag off, Mr Babatunde urged mothers to give utmost attention to immunizing their children in order to prevent life threatening diseases adding that it's imperative for pregnant mothers to take adequate care of themselves and their unborn babies.

Christian pilgrims urged to be good ambassadors

The Lagos State Government has urged intending Christian pilgrims to Jerusalem and Rome to shun all vices capable of bringing disrepute to the image of the State and Nigeria while in the Holy Land.

The Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Ministry of Home Affairs, Mrs. Toyin Awoseyi gave the advice during the Y2017 Dedication Service for Intending Pilgrims to Jerusalem and Rome themed "Proclaiming Christ By Serving The Nation", held at the Chapel of Christ the Light, Alausa Ikeja, Lagos.

Awoseyi counselled the pilgrims to pray for the sustenance of peace and unity in the country, portray the image of Lagos State positively and resolve to be good ambassadors of the State and the country at large.

While praying for journey mercies for the pilgrims, Awoseyi advised them to embark on the pilgrimage with the intention of achieving spiritual rebirth by focusing on the spiritual aspect of the exercise.

The Permanent Secretary added that the only way the intending pilgrims could have powerful and life-changing testimonies after the pilgrimage is by making adequate preparations before embarking on the journey, stressing that holy pilgrimage started from the day the decision to embark on the journey was conceived.

The Acting Presiding Chaplain of the Chapel, Very Reverend Ayo Olu Oyadotun, in his sermon, stressed the need for the intending pilgrims to have truthful intention as they embark on the journey with the objective of experiencing a genuine encounter with God.

Reverend Oyadotun further advised the pilgrims to be mindful of their conduct while on the pilgrimage and desist from all acts that could make their journey to Jerusalem and Rome a wasted effort.

”You should have a genuine concern for God and make the decision to become better persons and citizens after the whole pilgrimage exercise,” he said.

The Board Secretary of the Lagos State Christian Pilgrims Welfare Board, Mrs. Yetunde Gbafe, counselled the intending pilgrims on the appropriate diet, the kind of clothing suitable for the journey and the expected general conduct before, during and after the Holy pilgrimage.

She highlighted other necessary details relating to feeding, sight visit in Jerusalem and Rome as well as the history and culture of the people.

TGPS Dr Ayandele Lauds Asisat Oshoala Football Clinic

As the Football Clinic organised by Asisat Oshoala Foundation continues to attract commendation across the state, the Tutor General/Permanent Secretary of Lagos Education District One, Agege, Dr. Yinka Ayandele has praised the initiative as an invaluable platform for female students with abundant football talent.

Dr Ayandele who is an advocate of talent discovery and tapping of creativity deposited in students alongside Western education, said the football clinic is an indication that the reigning Female African Footballer of the year, Asisat Oshoala is planning for the future of the round leather game in Nigeria.

She stressed that apart from discovering new markswomen like herself, the Super Falcons goal poacher is also giving hope and reassurance to an average girl child that if their talent is effectively nurtured, they could make a respectable living from football. Hence, deter them from social vices in the society.

"We are grateful to Super Falcons star, Asisat Oshoala who through her Football Clinic, is looking into the future and building an empire of young girls who will keep flying the flag when she bows out of active service for the nation.

"Indeed, the Asisat Oshoala Foundation Football Clinic final held inside Agege Stadium yesterday, has given impetus to our female students who see Asisat as a worthy role model to achieve their soccer ambition." Dr Ayandele said.

Also, the award winning educationist used the medium to felicitate with the First Lady of Lagos State, Her Excellency, Mrs Bolanle Ambode and the Chairman of Agege LGA, Mr Ganiyu Kola Egunjobi who were recognised for their unflinching supports towards grassroot sports development by the foundation.

Former Vice President of Nigeria, Dr Alex Ifeanyichukwu Ekwueme is dead.

A statement from his family signed by his brother and the traditional ruler of Oko in Anambra State, Igwe Laz Ekwueme said that he died by 10:00 pm in a London clinic, Sunday.

The statement read: “Ekwueme family regrets to announce the peaceful passing away of their patriarch, the former Vice-President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria Dr. Alex Ifeanyichukwu Ekwueme GCON.

“The sad event occurred at the London Clinic at 10:00 pm on Sunday 19th November 2017.”

Ekwueme had slumped in his Enugu residence, and immediately taken to the Memfys Neurosurgery Hospital Enugu, where he relapsed and went into a coma.

As soon as he was stabilized in the hospital he was flown to London in an air ambulance last week.

Source: Sahara Reporters

Lagos seals 18 hotels, event centres over N91m tax evasion

The Lagos State Internal Revenue Service (LIRS) has shut 13 hotels, restaurants and event centers for failure to pay their taxes due under the Hotel Occupancy and Restaurant Consumption Laws of Lagos State 2009.

The Hotels and Restaurants were said to be owing the State a sum of N426,976,528.87

The Director Legal Services of the LIRS, Mr. Seyi Alade, on Friday 17 November 2017 during the state-wide tax enforcement exercise, warned that defaulting Hotels, Restaurants and Event Centers will henceforth face the full wrath of the law if they fail to deduct and remit their taxes as provided by the law. He promised to release in due course the names of the entities affected by the enforcement exercise.

According to him, failure to deduct and remit taxes as at when due attracts very serious penalties that may lead to the sealing, seizure of the goods and chattels and criminal prosecution of principal officers of recalcitrant entities.

He said the LIRS usually gives a long rope by issuing multiple notices to the taxpayers to inform and also remind them of their tax liabilities adding that only recalcitrant taxpayers are shut down as in the present case.

He therefore urged all business entities operating in the state to ensure prompt remittance of their taxes to avoid costly disruptions on their businesses as a result of a distrain exercise.

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


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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*
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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


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BVN: Govt accuses CBN, banks of shielding rogues

Mugabe adamant

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Obiano re-elected Anambra governor

Fayose: aspirants for chairman must unite

Aisha Buhari honoured in Morocco

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Boy jailed for defiling minor

My husband tied me to tree

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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


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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

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PDP in Dire Straits

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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.

Breaking: Fire guts Ayobo Garage, Agege

... As Egunjobi visits scene to console victims

Information reaching Agege Pulse says about seven shops situated inside Ayobo Garage, Agege have been consumed by fire.

It took the combined efforts of some Good Samarithans and officers of the Lagos State Fire Service to arrest the inferno from spreading beyond the seven shops.

Agege LGA Chairman, Alhaji Ganiyu Kola Egunjobi who was alerted about the inferno by Ward C, Agege Councillor, Mr Hassan Ala rushed to the scene. He was accompanied by Hon Bisi Adedoku, and the Special Adviser on Special Duties to Executive Chairman, Alhaja Ramot Sanni.

On arrival, we learnt that Egunjobi preached peace and acceptance of fate to shop owners who have been consumed by grieve of the ugly incident.

In addition, Egunjobi and his team used the medium to address the issue of theft that was obvious as some hoodlums try to take advantage of the fire incident to steal some goods of the victims.

It was learnt that the source of the sudden fire outbreak was unknown. Some of the affected traders who spoke to Agege Pulse said the incident was like magic adding that there's been no electricity supply to the complex for about six (6) months.

Other traders claimed to have lost millions of Naira to the fire. One of them who is a distributor of all kinds of soaps said she'd just received new stocks which amount to several millions of Naira.

Today's Headlines- AgegePulse

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Headlines Today**[Sun-19-Nov-2017]*


TGPS Education District One Dr. Yinka Ayandele lauds Asisat Oshoala on Lagos Girls Football Clinic

Lagos begins safety audit in schools

Renew Elephant Cup resumes

BBC Awards: Agege LG Boss Urges Nigerians To Vote For Victor Moses




*Punch Newspaper*

I didnt receive any money from Maina Jonathan

Police deploy 16 gunboats, 6,000 personnel in Bayelsa waterways

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Return N520m collected from Dasuki or face trial, EFCC tells Anyim

Anambra election: Bianca floors Ojukwus son

Anambra election: Low turnout as election holds amid IPOB threats

Anambra election: APGA, bishop hail INEC, security agencies

Anambra election: Voters shun boycott order in Obiano, Nwoyes areas

Politics shouldnt be life and death, says Obasanjo

Buratai knows Kanus whereabouts, family insists

Two die in crash

Nigeria being frustrated in looted funds repatriation Osinbajo

Kwara LG polls

Three die as hoodlums set ex-Kwara govs house ablaze

PCN warns drugstore owners

Zimbabwean army, ruling party decide Mugabes fate today

How Ill operate as Aare Ona Kakanfo Adams

Akeredolu hails militants for surrendering arms


*Vanguard Newspaper*
2019: Fayose is the leader we need now ' Lebo, PDP Speakers' forum

Experts advise Nigerian food manufacturers on management

Okowa SMART agenda makes Delta number one in human capital devt

N17B Pension fraud: How Buhari shunned Maina in Dubai

Boko Haram: To defeat terrorists, you must defeat financiers ' Osinbajo

Police raid hideouts, arrest 100 suspected cultists

Nigerians not the targets of China police raid

HID Awolowo annual lecture kicks off next week

Oyedepo seeks help for victims of disasters

Oil firm discourages open defecation in Delta school

Nigerians not target in China police raid ' Oloko

Rate of document fraud in Nigeria very high 'German CG

Lagos state, Nestle fire services rescue petrol tanker from explosion in Agbara

NGO blames neglect of cultural values for rise in corruption, crimes

U.S. Deputy Secretary of State visits Nigeria for Bi-National Commission meeting

Kwara LG election shows era of money politics is over, says Deputy Gov

Anambra election: Obiano coasting to victory

Anambra election: Gunmen appear at polling unit, voting material missing in Nnewi


*The Nation Newspaper*
El-Rufai's activism and Kaduna teachers

Anambra : Early returns favour Obiano, Nwoye

PDP Convention: Tension mounts over N9b inherited from Muazu

Jonathan denies receiving N5b from pension fund

Three dead as irate youths torch ex-governor Lafiagi's house

Mugabe 'will be removed as President' today-sources

Four suicide bombers, teenager killed in Maiduguri attacks

Why it's difficult to repatriate looted funds, by Osinbajo

Cross River: Tinapa now a wasteland

I'll win if election is credible, says Obaze

Council election: Oyegun, Okorocha, Etiebet, Ita Enang, Ekere, others storm A'Ibom

The night Lagos got lit for Christ

Government should concession Teaching Hospitals, -UCH CMD

Tranter IT unleashes its new range

Paying tithes is about love, not law ' Idahosa

How to resolve CCC nagging crisis, by unification group

Why we can't produce vaccines locally

Goldberg felicitates with Akure indigenes at Oyemekun festival


*Thisday Newspaper*
NDDC, SMEDAN to Establish Enterprise Innovation Hub in N'Delta

Lawmaker: No Excuse for Poor Implementation of 2017 Budget by Executive

Police in Edo Uncover 40 Illegal Refineries

Stakeholders Tasked on Exploration of Nigeria's Hydrocarbon Resources

NULGE Seeks Financial Autonomy for Local Councils

Council Poll: Mammoth Crowd as APC Flag-off Campaigns in A'Ibom

Air Force Boosts Welfare for Personnel, Families

How I Will Operate as Aare Ona Kakanfo, Gani Adams Reveals

Group Opposes Govt Plans to Build New Prisons

Bello Administration an Unmitigated Disaster, Says Kogi East Elders Council

2018 Budget: PwC Predicts Fiscal Deficit Will Overshoot Projection by 67.7...

With ICAO Certification of Lagos, Abuja Airports, Nigeria Aviation Gets Major...

Okorochas Tawdry Development Ideas

An Ugly Spectacle from Rivers

Mugabe: A Hard Fall from Grace

Echoes of Buharis Visit to Ebonyi

2019 and the South-west Factor

As the EFCC Chairman, I Never Took Files to the AGF

Oloyede: When I Got to JAMB, I Discovered People Were Admitted...

Ganduje, Masaris Curious Empowerment Strategies

In Ebonyi 2019, Your Record Must Speak for You

IGP Idris Overzealousness

Protesters call for Oyeguns Removal on Visit to Ebonyi

Lagos begins safety audit in schools - AgegePulse

...safety of school children is of great importance - Hon. Hakeem Dickson

The Lagos State Government, through the State Safety Commission, has commenced safety compliance audit/inspection of all public and private schools in line with the policy of the Ambode-led administration to entrench the culture of safety standard across the State.

Speaking at the flag off ceremony, the Director-General, of the Commission, Hon. Hakeem Dickson disclosed that the State Government will ensure that the environment where children spend a greater part of their day is free of hazards.

He reiterated that the safety of school children is of great importance to the state government most especially in the light of the activities of kidnappers in some quarters across Lagos hinterlands.

In his words, "The essence of the audit is to ascertain that safety measures are installed in these schools to safeguard the students and the teachers as well. This is because the present administration is concerned about the overall safety of school children in the state".

Some of the schools visited are Ipakodo Junior and Senior Grammar School, Majidun Junior and Senior, Goshen College, Government Junior and Senior College, Ikorodu, Yintab College, Ayangburen Junior and Senior College, Oriwu Senior College, United Junior High School, Oriwu Junior College, Oriwu Senior College, Maps College amongst others.

The safety audit team is expected to visit private and public schools across the state, without prior notice, to identify hazards in the schools and report to the appropriate quarters for prompt action.

BBC Awards: Agege LG Boss Urges Nigerians To Vote For Victor Moses

...Promises free Wi-Fi Access to LG workers, visitors to vote


As the race to vote for the 2017 BBC African Footballer of the year heats up, football enthusiast and Agege Local Government Council Chairman, Alhaji Abdulganiyu Egunjobi has urged Nigerians to use the country's impressive population to vote massively for Super Eagles’ winger, Victor Moses.

Asisat Oshoala presenting Alh . Egunjobi award for his contribution
 to the Football Clinic while Deji Tinubu and Mrs. Ambode watch 

Egunjobi gave the charge after receiving an award from the organiser of Asisat Oshoala Foundation and Lagos State Secondary School Girls Football Clinic for his contribution to the clinic at Agege Stadium.

Recall Moses was nominated alongside Gabonese Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, Guinean Naby Keita, Senegalese Sadio Mane and his Liverpool teammate, Mohammed Salah of Egypt.

In a statement signed by Egunjobi’s Special Adviser on Media, Mr Rotimi Sulyman, the chairman was quoted as saying the winners of the BBC African Footballer Award were determined by public voting.


The football loving Chairman however, urged the people of Agege who are known for having special love of the round leather game to overwhelmingly append their votes for Moses to ensure overwhelming victory for the Nigerian.

The statement reads in pairs: “May I use this medium to call on all residents of Agege to go on the internet, and vote en masse for Victor Moses, who has been nominated for BBC African Footballer of the Year, 2017.

“Your vote will make Moses emerge winner of the prestigious award and become the second Nigerian to win it after Austin Jay Jay Okocha. So go on the internet and cast your vote for him.”

“On Nov, 23 and Nov. 24, I will be offering free wifi access to all visitors and workers of Agege Local Government at the Council while mobilising them to vote for Moses.

“Voting for the award will close at 1800 GMT on Nov. 27 while the winner will be announced on Monday Dec. 11, live on BBC World TV and BBC World Service Radio,” said Egunjobi.

Today's Headlines - AgegePulse

*AgegePulse Magazine... The mouthpiece of Agege/Orile Agege
*HEADLINES TODAY *[FRI-17-NOV-2017]*


LASG justifies support for Asisat Oshoala Foundation

Hon. Ganiyu Egunjobi to host Asisat Oshoala's Lagos Girls football clinic in Agege

Train ram into trailer 9 people died , many injured

100 Days: Wife of the Executive Chairman of Orile Agege, Mrs. Mojisola Babatunde JP distributes foodstuff packs to widows

Education Secretary, LGEA Agege, Hon. Majiyagbe charges Head Teachers on quality performance

Seamless port operations critical to end Apapa gridlock - Ambode

…Says Oshodi Transport Interchange, Airport road will positively transform city

 *PUNCH NEWSPAPER*

Mugabe: the last of Africas fathers of independence

Jonathans administration won gold in corruption Tinubu

Teenager electrocuted after rolling onto broken iPhone cable in bed

Police parade suspected killers of late UNIBEN prof

[Video] Corruption fight has brought us respect -Buhari

Reps seek new broadcast law for Nigeria

11 powerful Mugabe quotes

Four arraigned over Ozubulu Church killings

Lagos govt plans 12-hour street carnival

My role in Jenifas Diary earns me popularity Jerry Koko

Nigeria nears deal with Boeing, Airbus on national carrier

Buhari,a true progressive leader Dogara

Man Citys Aguero good to go after dizzy spell

221 police personnel attached to Obiano Spokesman

Ill repay Nigerians goodwill by protecting their interests Buhari

Stephanie Otobo shuns Apostle Sulemans N1bn libel suit

Knee surgery for PSGs Thiago Motta

Niger governor nominates 18 commissioners


 *VANGUARD NEWS*
Jonathan urges Nigerians to defend democracy

Okezie Ikpeazu's socioeconomic revolution through Social Investments

Osun seals Dangote quarry over N1.5bn tax default

Convocation: Nigerian Ambassador, Senior Military Officers graduate from UI

PDP Chairmanship: I am voting Gbenga Daniel ' Ogbulafor

Spanish police make Europe's 'biggest' tobacco seizure

Berlusconi's ex-wife to repay 60 mn euros in alimony

Atiku condoles with families of Maiduguri terror attack, Lagos train derailment

Brooks+Blake Bags 4th consecutive MWA PR Laurel

Coldplay tops $500 million on third richest tour ever

Dortmund drop Aubameyang for disciplinary reasons

CAS rejects Silva's appeal to play for Leicester now

Jonathan's govt won gold in corruption -Tinubu

World Cup: Permutations as focus turns to draw

Pope denounces healthcare inequality in rich countries

Steal public money, go to jail, Buhari tells Nigerians

Infrastructural deficit: Ehanire, Izuwa, others call for policies to boost investors' confidence

Anambra poll: The thing with Nwoye


*THE NATION NEWSPAPER*
LMC Releases 2017/18 NPFL Calendar, January 14 is kick-off date

Mainagate: Nothing will be swept under carpet, says Senate panel

Nigeria in Pot 4 for 2018 World Cup draw

Dogara laments impact of financial crimes, terrorism on Nigeria's devt

OAU PG students accuse management of terminating colleagues' studentship

Abia Warriors Unveil Football Academy

SSANU wants agreement with FG implemented, says don't blame us for renewed strike

How Obasanjo, Jonathan used police to persecute sitting governors ' Senate

2017 Nigeria Bankers Games end in style

Fowler unveils jerseys for BOOST project

I recruited Dickson for PDP, and there is no rift between us ' Jonathan

AFRIMA, Nigeria / Argentina match dominate Google search

Saraki seeks partnership with NBA for ease passage of bills

Kaduna crisis: Is sack way out

of friends and friendships on campus

Buhari, Baru lauded over oil exploration in Chad Basin

Ijaw warns Obaseki against arresting Edo monarch

Three die, four injured in early morning accident on Kara bridge


 *THISDAY NEWSPAPER*
Visa Sponsors the Nigerian Bobsled Team to the 2018 Winter Olympics Games

Vodacom Business Nigeria Wins Industry Awards

Train Derails, Kills Four in Lagos

Pneumonia: More Investment Needed as Nigeria Fails to Meet Target for Pr'evention, Treatment

Chevron Supports Nigeria with $5M to Reduce HIV, Malaria, Tuberculosis

IG's Wife Charges Officers' Wives on Environmental Hygiene

Dogara Advocates Networking, Collaboration in Tackling Money Laundering, Terrorism Financing

USAID Donates 2.9m Insecticidal Nets to Sokoto

Lagos Begins Demolition of Shops, Kiosks in Abesan Housing Estate

The HealthZone Programme, Isa Wali Initiative Take Bold Steps to Combat Malnutrition

Hospital Marks First Successful Open Heart Surgery

Malaria, Malnutrition, Others, Account for 267,000 Infant Deaths in First Month After Delivery

Train Derails, Kills Four in Lagos

Pneumonia: More Investment Needed as Nigeria Fails to Meet Target for Pr'evention, Treatment

Chevron Supports Nigeria with $5M to Reduce HIV, Malaria, Tuberculosis

IG's Wife Charges Officers' Wives on Environmental Hygiene

Dogara Advocates Networking, Collaboration in Tackling Money Laundering, Terrorism Financing

USAID Donates 2.9m Insecticidal Nets to Sokoto

Hon. Ganiyu Egunjobi to host Asisat Oshoala's Lagos Girls football clinic in Agege

The Executive Chairman of Agege Local Government Area, Hon. Ganiyu Kola Egunjobi will play host to Asisat Oshoala Foundation for Lagos State Secondary School Girls' Football Clinic in Agege Stadium, Agege today, 17th November, 2017.

The football clinic kicked off on the 15th Of November and staged in two different centres while the final is fixed for Agege Prestigious Stadium.

Agege Pulse learnt that Nigeria’s Super Falcons striker and Dalian Quanjian F.C. forward, Asisat Oshoala who had just been crowned Chinese Women’s Super League ‘Best Striker of the season’ for 2017, Will be going to discover raw talents in Agege and environs through the clinic.

According to organisers, the main objective of the Asisat Oshoala Foundation Football Clinic is to inspire and raise aspirations of a football career, especially in the girl child, enabling continued participation of physical, educational and personal development.

Today's Headlines

*AgegePulse Magazine * the mouthpiece of Agege / Orile Agege
Headlines Today *[Thu-16-Nov-2017]*

All hail Hon. JS Babatunde on 100days journey to rebuild Orile Agege LCDA
....distributes free writing materials  to schools

Orders Police, other Security Agencies to strictly enforce Traffic Law, okada ban

…Restates ban on industrial fireworks, assures residents of peaceful yuletide celebration

Apapa gridlock: Lagos reconstitutes Joint Security Task Force to ensure sanity

*Punch Newspaper*

BVN: Court relaxes conditions to unfreeze unlinked accounts

Buhari, Senate order reinstatement of Obianos security aides

I didnt know my ministers, top government officials Buhari

FG revokes residence permits of expatriates in Atiku, others firms

Zimbabwean military places Mugabe under house arrest

FG to spend N4.8bn on Villa maintenance in 2018

Name suspects I stopped their probe, Jonathan dares Waziri

Baba Sala down with a stroke, cries for help

18 die as suicide bombers attack Borno

$21.7bn missing from NNPC since 1999, says Falana

We are not fooled by Presidents visit, says MASSOB

JAMB fixes March 9 to 17 for 2018 UTME

Ndume resumes, Senate ignores lawmakers special request

CJN backs forfeiture, seizure of assets derived from crimes

Business Integrity Forum

WAEC unveils new WASSCE diet for private candidates

IG visits protesting Kaduna community

Well ensure construction of Dada dialysis centre Lions Club


*Vanguard Newspaper*
Don't axe 95% of Intels because of Atiku's 5% FG told

Don't set S-South against S-West, Bode George warns PDP stakeholders

Ogun 2019: Amosun's Commissioner, Ashiru, emerges Ijebu-Remo candidate

Obiano, Nwoye constituents welcome Ojukwu's defection to APGA

PDP Chair: Gbenga Daniel true Nigerian, capable of leading PDP -Udenwa, Iwuanyanwu

For me politics is a very useless business, Jonathan tells Dickson

Nigeria's unity not settled ' Prof Ango Abdulahi

Ask my ministers, they'll tell you that I didn't know them from Adam ' Buhari

Anambra poll: I have a message to IPOB, MASSOB brothers ' Chidoka

Anambra poll: Battle for 3 parties, but there could be surprises

Competitive SME industry create wealth, vibrant economy

NEWN seminar targets 200 women entrepreneurs

SMEDAN, SAGE to train 5400 school children on entrepreneurship

Two Nigerians win Shell global entrepreneurship prize

When will Nigeria become a first world country

U- 20 Female World Cup: Give us the ticket, Edo Deputy Gov charges Falconets

Spain to introduce video technology next season

Serena Williams set to tie the knot in New Orleans


*The Nation Newspaper*
Ex-governors, Southwest reject PDP's plan for chair

Mugabe under house arrest

United States claims $300m Abacha loot

Buhari seeks respect for constitution

Rivers rejects police report on Wike/Amaechi assassination claims

Ojukwu's son defects to APC as Buhari campaigns for Nwoye

Making 1st Class in History is not my destination

The fall of Mugabe

Ortom vs Tsav: Court to rule in January

Obiano's, Nwoye's constituents welcome Ojukwu to APC

Herbal medicine is different from voodoo

Vomitting deserves more attention than it often gets

75 Vs 60 per cent: The intrigues of Kaduna teachers' test

Ortom plans BENPOLY takeover by Fed Govt

Church examines stress issues at education summit

Old students donate ultra-modern kitchen

Encomium for new N94m Osun school

Foundation motivates pupils


*Thisday Newspaper*
Zimbabwe Moves to Set Up Interim Govt as Mugabe is Apparently Ousted

My Ministers Are Performing Well, Says Buhari

FG Hires Foreign Experts for N458m to Drive ERGP Implementation

For Mugabe, the End May Have Come

Borno: 18 Killed, 29 Injured in Suicide Attacks

Lagos Unveils Fresh Joint Task Force to End Apapa Gridlock

In Ebonyi, Buhari Promises to Address Devt Issues

Jonathan: I'll Never Plan Dickson's Downfall

Ajaokuta Belongs to FG, Fayemi Reminds Global Steel Holding Limited

Moghalu Calls for Partial Privatisation of NNPC

Fitch Rates Nigerias Planned Dollar Notes B+(EXP)

Ojukwu Defects to APC as Buhari Endorses Nwoye for Anambra Governor

Ohanaeze: Any Attempt to Rig, Manipulate Anambra Election Will Be Resisted

Imo 2019: Iwuanyanwu, Dozie, Ahamba, Anyanwu Insist on Owerri Zone Producing...

Buhari Fails to Reconcile Ebonyi APC Crisis in Close Door Meeting...

Kaka: APC Must Convince Itself, Buhari is Its Best Candidate

Chinas Money isnt Free, Says Hopgood

Why Buhari Must Review Cases of Dismissed Military Officers

Angry Maradona Seeks Argentina Job

Italy Sacks Coach after Failing to Qualify for 2018 World Cup

Apapa gridlock: Lagos reconstitutes Joint Security Task Force to ensure sanity

…Orders Police, other Security Agencies to strictly enforce Traffic Law, okada ban

…Restates ban on industrial fireworks, assures residents of peaceful yuletide celebration

The Lagos State Government has reconstituted the Joint Security Task Force established to tackle Apapa gridlock and other security threats within the axis brought about by the blockade of major roads in the area by tankers and containerized trucks.

The Apapa gridlock, in the past few weeks, had worsened due to breakdown of operations at the ports located in the axis.

Rising from the monthly Security Council meeting held at the Lagos House in Ikeja chaired by the State Governor, Mr Akinwunmi Ambode and attended by heads of security formations in the State, the State Government said the Task Force comprising of police, military, officials of Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) and the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) would immediately be deployed to the axis to ensure sanity and contain any potential security threat.

While briefing Government House Correspondents at the end of the meeting, the State’s Commissioner of Police, Mr Imohimi Edgal said while the issues that gave rise to the gridlock were being addressed, the Task Force would ensure that the roads in the axis were not totally locked down, and also prevent criminal elements from taking advantage of the gridlock to perpetrate their nefarious activities.

Edgal, who addressed the briefing alongside commanders of security formations in the State, said: “We deliberated extensively on the Apapa gridlock and the Governor has approved with immediate effect the reconstitution of a Joint Task Force made up of police, the military, LASTMA and FRSC officials to ensure that whilst the major problems that gave rise to that situation in the first instance are being tackled, we on our part as security agencies, will ensure that we have a good semblance of decency on our roads.

“We will ensure that we create a corridor for smaller vehicles and ensure that there is no complete blockade to free flow of traffic. We will also have plain cloth and uniformed security agencies ensuring that there is no crime in the axis due to the traffic gridlock.”

The CP, who assured residents that every necessary arrangement had been made to ensure peaceful yuletide season, said the Council also approved increased visibility and patrol in all parts of the State, especially in areas there are traffic gridlock as a result of construction activities.

Already, Edgal said due to increased patrol, about 35 notorious traffic robbers were recently arrested in Ilupeju and Oshodi axis, many of whom he said are ex-convicts and would soon be charged to court at the end of investigation.

He added that as a result of the community policing and community safety partnership strategy adopted by the Lagos Police Command, there had been about 35 per cent drop in issues of residential robberies, while more boats had been handed over to Marine Police by the State Government to secure the waterways and riverine areas especially to checkmate incursions by militants and secure schools in such areas, in addition to the Tactic Guards already formed.

Speaking on ongoing clampdown on commercial motorcycles popularly known as Okada on restricted routes, Edgal said security agencies in the State have been given marching orders to strictly enforce the traffic law, and that no lawlessly or breakdown of law and order would be condoned.

He particularly admonished motorists and transport unions to impress it on their members to obey traffic laws, just as he said Okada riders must not only refrain from restricted routes, but also use helmets both for rider and passenger and not carry more than one person at a time, among other rules of engagement.

“We have the Lagos State Traffic Law and it is our responsibility to enforce the law. Motorists, motorcyclists and other form of road users must obey the law. Our men have been mandated to enforce all aspects of the law not only prohibition along some routes but also those aspects that have to do with safety. We don’t want officers and men to be challenged unduly when they are enforcing the law and I want to use this opportunity to call on the unions, especially the Okada unions to call their members to cooperate with the police. They should not form themselves into pressure and riotous groups to challenge the police and other security agencies,” Edgal said.

He said aside the security measures already put in place for residents and visitors to experience a peaceful yuletide season, any resident who sell, distribute or use industrial fireworks would be arrested and charged to court, saying that the ban on such is still very much in force.

Besides, Edgal thanked Lagosians for their cooperation with security agencies so far and urged people to continue to volunteer useful information that would help arrest potential security threat.

Nnamdi Kanu Allegedly Disappeared With IPOB's £14M, $22M

The international media arm of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Radio Biafra, has resumed operations.

But instead of the fiery rhetoric with which it was associated with, the radio announced the sack of Nnamdi Kanu, as director and leader of IPOB.

According to Okorafor, one “Mazi Ezenwachukwu Sampson Okwudili is Kanu’s replacement.”

She reeled out reasons why Kanu was removed to include: “Personalisation of the Biafran struggle and derailing from the core objectives of IPOB as a grassroots movement.

“Kanu’s actions and his decisions to incite members of IPOB towards violence leading to the death of many innocent young people in Onitsha, Aba and Umuahia is totally unacceptable and grossly irresponsible.

“Kanu privately collected £14 million and another $22 million to purchase landed properties abroad in his name and that of his father, Igwe Israel Kanu, in a clear case of ‘monkey dey work baboon dey chop’.

“Kanu turned our collective struggle into a money-making enterprise for himself and his father. Thus the monies contributed by enterprising and hard-working Igbo youths across the world are being collected and converted by one man and his father while pretending to be sacrificing for the cause.

Dailypost

Lagos to ease the process of doing business - Ambode

...Lagos International Trade Fair, the biggest fair in Nigeria, Mrs. Nike Akande


Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Sunday assured residents that the State Government would continue its support for the business community through policies that will ease the process of doing business across the metropolis.

The Governor, who gave the assurance through the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Mr. Tunji Bello at the closing ceremony of the 2017 Lagos International trade fair held at the Tafawa Balewa Square, Lagos, added that it is a necessary condition for the achievement of its goals to become the Third Largest Economy in Africa by 2020 and Africa’s Model Mega City by 2025.

He stressed that the State Government's policy objectives on job/wealth creation as well as improved productivity is predicated on its ability to create and sustain a conducive business environment that will attract more private sector investments particularly in the critical and largely untapped sectors of the state's economy.

"Towards this end, we shall sustain the existing robust partnership with the private sector in the area of evolving sound policies that will stand the test of time and provide the roadmap in our journey to economic prosperity", he reiterated.

The Governor said the essence of Trade Fair is basically to provide a platform for players\manufacturers in the real sector to network and showcase their products to the general public in one location.

He averred that new products are introduced while consumers are given the opportunity to meet one on one with manufacturers of their favourite products without traveling long distances with its associated costs.

Ambode hinted that the present administration is proud to support and identify with the annual event which has continued to consolidate the status of the State as the melting point of trade and economic activities in the West Africa sub-region.

Earlier in her remarks, the President, Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI), Mrs. Nike Akande expressed appreciation to the State Government for transforming the State positively, adding that the state can now compete with great cities across the world.

She said LCCI in the last 30 years has consistently hosted the Lagos International Trade Fair, the biggest fair in Nigeria in order to respond to yearnings of the business world and Nigerians, noting that that the fair has attracted manufacturers locally, from China, Pakistan and India, among others.

LASG tasks staff on sound policy formulation, implementation

Lagos State Government has tasked its workforce to come up with suggestions on how to formulate and execute government policies that would address challenges confronting majority of the populace.

The State Commissioner for Establishments, Training and Pensions, Dr. Akintola Benson-Oke gave the charge today at the opening session of a workshop tagged: Policy Analysis Development and Implementation, organised by the State Government for Policy Analysts in Lagos Public Service at Ikeja.

He maintained that those involved in government policy process need to possess strong analytical skills and ability to apply a variety of research and evaluation methods within a complex political and economic environment.

The Commissioner said that the training will review the analytical approaches that are essential for effective policy development in modern times.

The training will cover the nature and role of policy analysts and the interaction among social institutions, markets and government. It will examine how to conduct effective policy analysis, manage the policy development process, and produce sound and persuasive policy reports and recommendation to the government, he said.

He informed that policy-making and implementation functions in governance are important because governments are repeatedly confronted with problems that call for apt and appropriate solutions.

Benson-Oke added that challenges of governance in recent time have taken complex features and as such a government of metropolitan state like Lagos must have a pool of skilled, trained and current policy analysts and developers who will assist the government in designing the right, appropriate and sustainable answers to complex and urgent problems.

The Commissioner said that the present administration is taking up challenges to aspire to the highest standards of governance and administration that the citizens expect of the government.

He maintained that all the achievements of the Ambode-led administration since inception is hinged on the quality of reforms and policies enunciated by the government policy makers, adding that there is little or nothing that could be achieved by any government without a robust policy-making process.

He, therefore, urged participants to embrace the capacity development initiative and open their minds to new ideas that might emanate in the course of the training.


I exhort public policy analysts and developers in the Lagos State Public Service to learn to focus quickly on the central decision criterion of a problem requiring attention, avoid the Tool-box Approach to analysing policies and also learn how to deal with uncertainty, Benson-Oke reiterated.

Hon. Ganiyu Kola Egunjobi receives New HoA -AgegePulse

The Executive Chairman of Agege LGA, Hon. Ganiyu Kola Egunjobi received new Head of Administration (HoA), Engr. Moruf A. Abass today in his office after a transfer of former HoA, Pastor Mrs, Mayowa Ikuforiji by the Lagos State Civil Service Commission to another local government.

R-L: Chairman Agege, Hon. Egunjobi and Engr. Abass

Engr. Abass has served in Kosofe Local Government before his appointment in Agege LGA.

He promised to initiate fresh ideas, innovation, and build healthy working relationship between the executive Chairman and council management to make Agege one of the leading LGAs in Lagos.

Agege Pulse Owambe: Dignitaries Agog as Hon Kunle Olusanya's daughter, Mosunmola weds Abayomi

Nana's Arena in Alausa, Ikeja was filled to the brim with dignitaries, friends, families and relatives of Hon. Kunle Olusanya who thronged the venue enmass to honour the couple.

The holy solemnization started at the Redeemed Christian Church Of God, Fountain of Life Parish, Ikeja, Lagos. The programme commenced on the arrival of Aremo Akinwunmi Olusanya and Dr. Ganiyu Oluremi Sopeyin as the officiating minister subsequently administered marriage vows, joined and blessed the union.

Alhaji Safari Adaranijo, Hon Yinka Ogundimu, Commissioner for Environment, Dr. Samuel Adejare, Orile Agege LCDA Executive Chairman, Hon. J.S Babatunde, Hon. Tunde Alao, Oba Alawowo, Lagos NURTW Chairman, Alhaji Tajudeen Agbede, Mrs. Elizabeth Ariyo, Wife of Agege LGA Executive Chairman, Mrs Ramat Egunjobi, Hon. Olamilekan Majiyagbe, were among the dignitaries who marked attendance at the shindig.

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Today's Headline News

*AgegePulse Magazine* ...the mouthpiece of Agege/Orile Agege
*Headlines Today*[Mon-13-Nov-2017]*


LASG to shut down tax-defaulting companies Nov 20

All hail Lagos Speaker, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa as he marks Birthday

Agege Pulse Owambe: Dignitaries Agog as Hon Kunle Olusanya's daughter, Mosunmola weds Abayomi

RenewElephant Cup: Naswdeen thrash Oyemekun FC, Ojikutu FA draw BSquare FC

Rohrs Plaudits for NFF over World Cup Qualification

Transport Secretary FCT, Abuja Hon. Kayode Opeifa celebrates Thanksgiving in style

Fed. Govt. clears chanties at Railway Line in Agege

Xmas decorations: LASPARK calls on "Green Partners" to support Government




*Punch Newspaper*
Military stops admission of combatant female cadets

Obasanjo is boss of bosses, says Jonathan

Ganduje buys N208m noodles, others to empower tea sellers

You are morally bankrupt, Presidency replies Lamido

How DPR, CBN diverted $950m oil royalty Reps panel

SERAP wants Okorocha probed over Zuma, Johnson-Sirleafs statues

Dont release Paris loan refund to Aregbesola, pensioners tell Buhari

Im thankful Jonathan sacked me, says Farida Waziri

FG flies Ekwueme abroad for treatment

No record of treaties signed by Nigeria, says FG

35 apply to build modular refineries in Niger Delta

Senate to name indicted firms in N30tn leakage scam

Amosun okays $2m for fire-fighting tools

LASG to shut down tax-defaulting companies Nov 20

Ahmed, Oyedepo, envoy back national unity

Fulani Christians condemn Plateau killings

Olurode, others urge politicians to emulate Lam Adesina

Niger Republic, Sokoto meet over security, economy




*Vanguard Newspaper*
Amnesty programme for repentant militants ' Ondo Govt

Maina: I want open trial or nothing ' Malami

Harmattan: NCAA alerts pilots, others over weather hazard

PDP Govs in night meeting at Enugu

Lawmaker donates furniture to schools

EKWUEME: FG not bearing cost of treatment

Public disturbance: Court discharges Onikoyi prince, 3 others

AFC signs Zambia as member country

Group back Lagos gov on LGs exco appointments

Obasanjo is boss of bosses, ignore him at your peril 'Jonathan

I'll resist moves to manipulate judicial process 'Wike

A-Ibom Works Commissioner bags Nuj Grand Patron award

Chevron contributes $5m to fight HIV, malaria, others in Nigeria

FG to tackle poverty with development financing ' Osinbajo

Tax: Lagos to shut down headquarters of defaulting firms, banks

Out-of-school residents to benefit from CodeLagos

Ugwuanyi deserves 2nd term, says Fr. Mbaka

We invested N700m on IT infrastructure, works, not website ' Ministry


*The Nation Newspaper*
Lagos to shut tax defaulting firms

Banking with tears ' Tales from e-payment customers

Borno diaries (2)

Army sets up board to probe shooting, death of officers at Chibok

PDP chairman: Governors battle ex-governors, others

Police probe Wike, Amaechi bloody clash

CBN sets clearing rules for banks

Anti-graft war: Buhari okays 2, 250 job slots for EFCC

Ailing Ekwueme flown abroad

Govt didn't spend N700m on mines portal

APGA urges Fed Govt, others to follow due process

Senate to publish names of firms in alleged N30tr scam

Attendant in trouble for theft

Fed Govt, Chinese firms sign $5.8b Mambilla 3050mw contract

Hyat to KDSG: Sacking 22,000 teachers will create chaos in educational system

Kaduna electric spent N100m to install Usman Danfodio university transformer

NCRIB advocates compulsory agric insurance for economic growth

CBN commits N44b to Anchor Borrowers' programme


*Thisday Newspaper*
S'West Comes into Play as APC Yoruba Leaders, PDP Mull Options

FG Unfolds Fresh Plans for Niger Delta Devt

Nigerian Banks Still Cautious About Loan Disbursement

Ikoyi Billions: Whistleblower Will Be Paid This Month, Says Adeosun

Port Harcourt, Lagos Airports Rated Among Worst in the World

Boss Mustapha: May His Tenure be Smooth

DSS Blames Military, Security Agencies for Proliferation of Firearms

Senate to Publish Names of Companies Involved in N30tn Import-Export Scam

Ekwueme Flown Abroad After Three Weeks in Coma

Presidency: Lamido's Criticism of Buhari, Reflection of PDP's Moral Bankruptcy

Fidelity Bank Assures Customers of Quality Service Delivery

NSE CEO, Onyema, Lists Ways to Finance Transport Infrastructure

Anambra, Time to Protect APGA

Anamabra Election: Not A Walkover for Obiano

Rohrs Plaudits for NFF over World Cup Qualification

Congo, Uganda Crash out of Russia 2018 Qualification Campaign

I’m Under Pressure To Contest In 2019, Says Jonathan

Former President Goodluck Jonathan says people have been asking him to contest the 2019 election.

In an interview with Dele Momodu, celebrity journalist, the immediate past president said he is moved to tears seeing people shouting “GEJ, we want you back.

Jonathan, who ruled out the possibility of returning to office, said reflections on his achievements and mistakes make him sober.

I’m not God but I sincerely doubt the possibility, Jonathan was quoted to have said in response to a question on the next election.

People come to me every day saying they want me back. I’m always moved to tears whenever I go out and see the huge crowds shouting GEJ, we want you, even in the north.

Instead of getting swollen headed, I actually reflect on my achievements and mistakes and feel humbled and feel very sober…

I have never been a man of inordinate ambition. I’m a man of very modest means. I hardly travel because of the logistical costs. I’ve played my part and I have moved on.

Asked what he would do if the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) gives him its presidential ticket in 2019, he said: Are you not aware that our party has zoned the presidency to the north, and the chairmanship to the south?

Even Fayose that has declared his interest may face big challenges because of the decision of our party.

Source: Online