NEWS HEADLINES FOR MONDAY 14TH JANUARY 2019.
*PUNCH*
PDP rejects N7bn budget for Obasekis foreign trips
Kidnappings: Ekiti wants military back at checkpoints
Ill lead pro-tax campaign in Osun, says Oluwo
YYF backs Atiku, warns Soyinka against attacking Obasanjo
Sanwo-Olu, Agbaje, others clash over FoI, godfatherism, traffic
Group mobilises support for APC candidates
FG has repositioned NIMASA SGF
2019 Budget: Matters arising (2)
The law and politics of Onnoghens trial
PDP promises to move against rigging in South-West
Minimum wage: FG asks technical committee to look for additional revenue
Adopting technology in livestock farming, trading
No budgetary provision for 3,050MW Mambila project Fashola
NPDC seeks N967bn to develop 416 million barrels of oil
2019: Insurers to seek more relevance in national economy
FIABCI Nigeria canvasses improved access to affordable housing
How to get business insurance
Can you take a loan with joint account
WAPIC introduces ombudsman to boost consumer confidence
Experts laud FGs new policy on public building maintenancesay it will create jobs
Ondo residents lament lack of fire station
NIA introduces USSD verification method, registers three million vehicles
NCF plans forum on environmental issues
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VFD Group sells stake in NEM Insurance
FG issues 7,000 mining licences in eight years, revokes 2,500
Lafarge targets leadership in environmental sustainability
NSE lifts suspension on African Alliances shares
Stop engaging quacks in construction, estate surveyors warn
NCAA to withdraw AOCs of unauthorised charter flight operators
Facility management growth presents
challenges, opportunities Akintunde
First Bank provides schools with educational products
Private sector needed for budget performance FG
Power, interest rate, others slowed business in 2018 CBN
Afri-Invest, Syntaxis to finance SMEs with N12bn equity fund
Ignore CCT summons, South-South govs tell CJN
Police file charge against Melaye, to present eight witnesses
Fresh crisis looms over new minimum wage
Thugs attack Saraki family quarter, injure 11
Osinbajo lauds military for securing nation against insurgents
Stop spreading hatred against Buhari, Presidency tells Ortom
MTN Nigeria concludes 2018 Season of Surprises
MBF knocks Buharis endorsement by Miyetti Allah
NITDA wants hotel guests, others registered for Internet service
Edo exposes entrepreneurs to Elumelu $5,000 grant
2019 elections: Political parties drag INEC to court over guidelines
FG seeks private sector support in establishing ICT park
My regimell make education Nigerias new gold Ezekwesili
APC asks IGP to probe bloody rally in Ogun
NHRC panel ends hearing on SARS Monday
*VANGUARD*
CJN's trial: Ignore court summons, S-South govs tell Onnoghen
APC, PDP bicker over Emmanuel's N31m largesse to students
Lagos APC violence: Anxiety, fear over Oluomo's health status
STOCK MARKET CRASH Fixed income market rises by 27%
Oyo APC chides Makinde over comments on N-Power
Fayemi expresses shock over Iworoko auto crash
Ethiope indigenes'll jettison Ogboru, vote for Okowa ' Oboroh
Edo PDP House of Reps candidate alleges marginalisation of constituency
Ikpeazu wins 2018 AIT Outstanding Governor award
186,798 PVCs unclaimed in Bayelsa 'INEC
IPAC honours Ugwuanyi for good governance
It's reckless to brand IPOB kidnap organisation 'Ohakim
ECA knocks Ohanaeze for abandoning Atiku, Obi
Soldiers avert farmers, herders clash in Anambra
CJN's trial, diversionary of Buhari's questionable integrity 'Udeogaranya
We've resolved Ogun, Ekiti PDP crisis ' Olafeso, S'West chairman
Cole's comments on Rivers safety, mischievous, dishonest, spiteful 'PDP
Buhari may not handover if defeated, Wike alleges
Onnoghen: Niger Delta agitators vow to shut down Nigeria
Onnoghen: We'll shut down Nigeria if FG fails to withdraw charges against CJN ' militants
Onnoghen : Buhari has no respect for Niger Delta, democracy, judiciary ' S/S governors
Probe political violence in Ogun, APC urges IGP
I'm not intimidated by big political parties ' Omatseye
*THE NATION*
Legal giants clash over CJN Onnoghens trial
NGO seeks details of CBN, MTN peace deal
Tears flow as 15 die, four injured in Ekiti trailer accident
Dangote: killer-truck not ours
Reactions trail CJN Onnoghens planned arraignment
How CJN can avoid arraignment, by lawyers
No N219b budget provision for Mambila power, says Fashola
Police relocate Melaye to SARS headquarters
Southsouth governors urge CJN to ignore CCT summons
Egbetokun takes over from Edgal as Lagos CP
Susanne Wenger: 10 years after
Kwara APC governorship candidate escapes death
Olawepo-Hashim cautions Buhari, APC over attack on judiciary
Atiku condoles with families of supporters involved in accident
Ekwunife drums support for Atiku/Obi, PDP in Anambra
NFVCB holds training on film classification
Tonto Dikeh denies pregnancy reports
New film Street Kid addresses child labour, literacy
Im single and searching for a responsible man, says Ngozi Nwosu
Jaywon, Small Doctor others thrill at Chelsea Beach Fiesta
NIA launches USSD code to eliminate fake motor policies
11 untouched 1994 BMW 5 Series discovered in Bulgaria
Mazda to launch new-generation SUV
Promoting seamless banking
Fuel subsidy stalls economic growth
ASSBIFI seeks decent working conditions
Brent crude to average $75, says report
Wapicgets Ombudsman
18 firms fail NSEs listing requirement
Linkage Assurance optimistic about 2019
*THISDAY*
35 Gold, 13 Silver Label Runners Coming for Access Lagos City Marathon
Exchange Telecommunications Gets Three International Standards Certifications
Dana Air Introduces Mega Miles Promo
Zimbabwe Plans New Currency as Dollar Shortage Bites
Betway Pledges Improved Performance
Agusto & Co Holds Seminar
TVC Wins Award
Tecno Organises Carnival
Stakeholder Denies Togos Ecobank Under Probe
Firm Assures Customers of Quality Service Delivery
Lautech Student, OthersHail Globacom
Deepening Banking through Fintech
Experts List Recipe for Business Growth in 2019
Emerging Political Forces Represent Two Perspectives
A NEW WAY OF DOING IT
TAMBUWAL, WAMAKKO AND SOKOTO POLITICS
The Warin PDPs Legacy House
Rangers Win in Maseru to Boost Chances of Qualifying for Group...
Obaseki Fetes Bendel Insurance, Tasks Team on NPFL Title
Corruption Allegations: NFF Drags Obla to Court
Murray in Potential Farewell Match at Melbourne Park
Well Raise the Stake of Sports in Lagos, Sanwo-Olu Pledges
Enyimba, Kano Pillars in Flying Start to the New Season
Osun ll Use Sports to Maximise Tourism in Osun, Says Governor
Messi Makes History with 400th La Liga goals
Federer, Djokovic Pay Tribute as Murray Gives Retirement Notice
Edo: We Are Not Renaming Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium
Ndidi Scores in Leicester Defeat, Iheanacho, Balogun Benched
Nadal: Murray Taking Right Decision to Retire
Chelsea Beat Newcastle, Stay Safely in Top Four
Investors Maintain Appetite for Short-dated Instruments
Emefiele to Unveil 2019 Monetary Policy Direction
AXA Mansard Launches New Motor Insurance Product
More Innovations in NAHCO as Godsmart Increases Stake
NCC Moves to Intervene in 9mobile, Promises to Protect Subscribers, Investors
NIAto Clamp Down on Fake Motor InsuranceOperators
Groups Warn Against Attacks on BEDC
NCAA Approves Leadstream Aviation Training Institute
NSE All-Share Index Falls Below 30,000 as Market Hits New Low
Dunoma: Concession of Airports Will Create More Jobs
*THE SUN*
Lagos motorists, commuters groan
Five reasons Fulani must vote Buhari ' Danfulani
2019: Why Nigerians should be vigilant ' Odinkalu
Messi scores 400th La Liga goal as Barcelona beat Eibar at Nou Camp
2019 budget shocker: Nigerians query FG over N305bn fuel subsidy provision
Nigeria can be West Africa auto industry's powerhouse ' Schaefer, Head, Volkswagen Sub-Sahara Africa
FG proposes N1.9trn deficit in 2019 budget
Tension as CJN faces trial
The Sun Award: We're delighted ' Ugwuanyi, Gov of the Year
2019: Don't let Buhari steal your votes, Atiku charges Nigerians
2019: S'East govs working for Buhari ' Nnamdi Kanu
Armed Forces Remembrance Day: Govs task Nigerians on peace, families of fallen heroes
S'South govs bomb Buhari say 'you've no regard for Niger Delta
N/Delta militants vow to stop Buhari's re-election
Prelude to vote buying
Some bushy sweet capsules for this week
Imo 2019: As February beckons on Okigwe South
Isuofia and the fun called Igbo mass return
Ideal Military-Media relations in war against Terrorism
Strategic planning and innovation
Akwa Ibom Air and regional air transportation
Segun Osoba: My testamentary notes
Igbo, Osinbajo and 2023 presidency
*DAILY TRUST*
Huwe is very timely
That Military Invasion of Daily Trust
Kwara gets 5 additional police divisions, 3 area commands
Nyako: I won't remove Lamido of Adamawa if elected governor
61 political parties move to sue INEC over draft election guidelines
Jigawa PDP gov'ship aspirant joins APC
Buhari's character and achievements will speak for him ' PSC
Thugs destroy Kebbi PDP senatorial candidate's billboards
PDP, APC trade blame over violence in Ilorin
Why we support Buhari's re-election ' Umoh Inyang
INEC assures on credible elections
Osinbajo flags off Gombe APC gov'ship campaign
Insecurity: Ekiti reiterates return of military checkpoints on highways
Those attributing killings to Fulani are blackmailers- Group
Trailer loaded with campaign rice crushes 15 to death in Ekiti
Army arrest seven in Sokoto over mayhem,others
FG's harassment of CJN, unacceptable attack on judiciary -Ortom
Baga: Theatre Commander tasks triumphant troops to sustain combat spirit
Like America like Nigeria
The road ahead for the DR Congo
The tears of Kashim Shettima
Proper orientation will curb ritual killings ' FUO VC
FCTA to build more classrooms, employ teachers
*TRIBUNE*
VIDEO-PHOTOS: Abdulrazak whisked away as thugs attack APC members in Ilorin
Devolution of power will bring about development ' Atiku
61 political parties head to court to stop INEC from releasing 2019 election guidelines
Eat'N'Go gives 2018 scorecard, unveils new marketing strategies
TLLM set to unveil Africa as new frontier for luxury market
Many Ebonyi people will come home to vote 'Peter Oba
Why more women should join politics 'Oluga, APC Rep candidate
As Makinde's 'fresh water' campaign spreads in Oyo
Onnoghen: Between reality and emotion
Campaign against fake news
Factors, events that will shape IMC this year
How to develop stronger leadership presence
NSE: Two-day equities gain reduces WoW to -2.64%
Paris bakery explosion death toll rises to four
$8.1bn repatriation: Group invokes FoI Act on CBN
*LEADERSHIP*
FG To Help 506 Foreign-trained Doctors Secure Jobs
Okowa Seeks Help For Families Of Fallen Heroes
Katsina Govt Bans Sale Of Fuel In Jerry Cans
Army Arrests 40 Cultists In Benue
How Atiku Wll Revamp Moribund Businesses ' PDP
Police Arrest Kidnap Gang Terrorising Imo, Others
NEMA Sends Relief Materials To Victims Of Minna Market Fire
Ekiti Wants Military To Review Withdrawal Of Soldiers' Checkpoints
Troops Diffuse Bomb Planted On Borno Road
2019 Election About Survival Of Nigeria, Says Obi
CSOs Differ On PMB's Directive On Campaign Funding
Onnoghen Should Face His CCT Trial, Says Sagay
Army Nabs Boko Haram Fuel, Drug Suppliers In Borno
NASS Plans 5-day Budget Debate Before Adjourning For 2019 Polls
Police Arrest 2 Suspected Kidnappers In Katsina
Gov'ship Candidate Calls For Violence-free Campaigns
Atiku Takes Campaign To Ogun Church
Group Faults Afenifere's Support For Atiku
FG To Save N127bn Yearly From Cassava Flour In Bread
Stock Exchange Delisted 39 Companies In 5 Years
*BLUE PRINT*
My security officers not withdrawn ' CJN Onnoghen
APC stakeholders threaten to vote out Ortom
APC defends trial of CJN Onnoghen, chastises PDP
Onnoghen: Saraki tasks FG on due process
False Assets declaration: Tension mounts over CJN's trial
Fear of EFCC, funding hampering campaigns 'Opposition parties
As traders count losses from Minna fire disaster
Why Islamic scholars should join politics- NACOMYO's President, Maigoro
NAQS upgrade means more work ' DG
PDP has destroyed Abia ' AP guber candidate
Don't jeopardise our unity with reckless actions, Osinbajo tells Nigerians
Olawepo-Hashim cautions Buhari, APC over attack on judiciary
Ahead 2019 polls: IGP Idris pulls out Lagos CP Imohimi, Egbetokun takes over
The military, press and war against insurgency
Gov Ortom should explain how he used bailout money
Breaking: Messi, first to hit 400 La-Liga goal mark as Barca trounce Elbar
Still nothing for the Nigerian Pikin
I'll give security top priority if elected- Adamu
God will judge oppressors in Nigeria ' Enugu Cleric
Stop hate campaign against Buhari, Presidency tells Ortom
Kwara APC gov candidate escapes assassination
Man goes 'berseck', guns down wife, 2 sons in Edo
Breaking: Tragedy as Trailer crushes Corp member, 14 others to death in Ekiti
*BUSINESSDAY*
Why industrialisation must take front seat in political campaigns
Lagosians divided over economic blueprints of Sanwo-Olu, Agbaje
Nigeria's start-up investment deals rise 300% in 2018
Sustaining ongoing investments in manufacturing sector
BD INVESTIGATIVE SERIES: Lessons for Nigeria as Ghana's 'successful' health insurance flounders
Tapping into opportunity in plantain processing
Onnoghen: Presidency embarks on illegal power grab
Buhari is Nigeria's most arrogant yet inept leader
Nigeria's growth imperative
Politics and two big risks facing Nigeria in 2019
Despite tough year Banks seen ending 2018 with higher ROE, profit margins
Compiled by:
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AgegePulse magazine is a platform for information dissemination and interactions about happenings in Agege LGA, Orile Agege LCDA and Lagos State at Large. AgegePulse magazine is the mouthpiece of Agege people.
Sunday, 13 January 2019
Photos: Ogun State Police Command Intercepts 34, 865 Live Armunition
2019 Election: Ogun State Police Command Intercepts 34, 865 Live Armunition
PROFILE OF KAYODE EGBETOKUN, THE NEWLY APPOINTED ACTING COMMISSIONER OF POLICE IN CHARGE OF LAGOS STATE COMMAND
AgegePulse Magazine
DCP Kayode Egbetokun is a serving Deputy Commissioner of Police in Nigeria
. Born on September 4, 1964 in Erinja, Yewa South Local Government Area of Ogun State, he enlisted into the Nigeria Police Force on March 3, 1990, as a Cadet Assistant Superintendent of Police.
He had his initial Cadet training in the Nigeria Police Academy, and has attended many other courses within and outside the Police Force. He has worked in several Police commands and formations across the country and held command positions at various times in his career spanning 26 years.
As a Deputy Superintendent of Police in 1999, he was appointed the Chief Security Officer to the Governor of Lagos State. In that capacity, he coordinated the security of the entire state while reporting to the governor. He has served as the Commander, Rapid Response Squad (RRS), Lagos, Squadron Commander, Mopol 5, Benin, Benin City, Officer-in-Charge, Anti-Fraud Unit, FCT Command, Abuja, Chief Superintendent of Police, Administration, Lagos State Command Head Quarters, Ikeja, Area Commander, Osogbo, Osun State Command and Area Commander, Gusau, Zamfara State Command among several others.
DCP Kayode Egbetokun is not only a Police officer but a Mathematician. He graduated from the University of Lagos, Akoka, Yaba, Lagos, with Bachelor of Science degree (BSC) in Mathematics in June 1987 and lectured Mathematics briefly at Yaba College of Technology, Lagos, before his enlistment into the Police Force.
His other academic qualifications include MSC Engineering Analysis, also from the University of Lagos, Akoka, 1996, PGD in Petroleum Economics from Delta State University, Abraka, 2000, and an MBA from Lagos State University, Ojo, 2004.
Those that know him attest to the fact that he is a seasoned disciplined and incorruptible officer,firmly committed to discharging his duties with vigour, honour and integrity. Indeed, more men and women with Kayode Egbetokun’s sterling academic record should be lured into the Police Force for a revamp of its sometimes uncomplimentary image.
Egbetokun believes in strong Police institution, as an indispensable tool for safety and sustainable economic growth in the country. A dedicated Police officer and a leader.
Egbetokun is married with children.
Before his appointment as an acting commissioner of police in charge of Lagos State command, Egbetokun is the Deputy Commandant, Nigeria Police College ,Ikeja Lagos.
©OSB NEWS DESK
DCP Kayode Egbetokun is a serving Deputy Commissioner of Police in Nigeria
. Born on September 4, 1964 in Erinja, Yewa South Local Government Area of Ogun State, he enlisted into the Nigeria Police Force on March 3, 1990, as a Cadet Assistant Superintendent of Police.
He had his initial Cadet training in the Nigeria Police Academy, and has attended many other courses within and outside the Police Force. He has worked in several Police commands and formations across the country and held command positions at various times in his career spanning 26 years.
As a Deputy Superintendent of Police in 1999, he was appointed the Chief Security Officer to the Governor of Lagos State. In that capacity, he coordinated the security of the entire state while reporting to the governor. He has served as the Commander, Rapid Response Squad (RRS), Lagos, Squadron Commander, Mopol 5, Benin, Benin City, Officer-in-Charge, Anti-Fraud Unit, FCT Command, Abuja, Chief Superintendent of Police, Administration, Lagos State Command Head Quarters, Ikeja, Area Commander, Osogbo, Osun State Command and Area Commander, Gusau, Zamfara State Command among several others.
DCP Kayode Egbetokun is not only a Police officer but a Mathematician. He graduated from the University of Lagos, Akoka, Yaba, Lagos, with Bachelor of Science degree (BSC) in Mathematics in June 1987 and lectured Mathematics briefly at Yaba College of Technology, Lagos, before his enlistment into the Police Force.
His other academic qualifications include MSC Engineering Analysis, also from the University of Lagos, Akoka, 1996, PGD in Petroleum Economics from Delta State University, Abraka, 2000, and an MBA from Lagos State University, Ojo, 2004.
Those that know him attest to the fact that he is a seasoned disciplined and incorruptible officer,firmly committed to discharging his duties with vigour, honour and integrity. Indeed, more men and women with Kayode Egbetokun’s sterling academic record should be lured into the Police Force for a revamp of its sometimes uncomplimentary image.
Egbetokun believes in strong Police institution, as an indispensable tool for safety and sustainable economic growth in the country. A dedicated Police officer and a leader.
Egbetokun is married with children.
Before his appointment as an acting commissioner of police in charge of Lagos State command, Egbetokun is the Deputy Commandant, Nigeria Police College ,Ikeja Lagos.
©OSB NEWS DESK
APC AGEGE FEDERAL CONSTITUENCY TICKET: QUE SERA SERA
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By Hon. Taofeek Adaranijo, MHR, Agege Federal Constituency.
AgegePulse Magazine
Although, this medium shouldn't have been where I should clear the air on the much talked about ticket for House of Representatives for Agege Federal Constituency under our great party, All Progressives Congress, yet the power of Social media in disseminating information cannot be underestimated.
My effort and struggle to get the ticket for my second term bid as a lawmaker representing our dear Agege Federal Constituency at the green chamber was a very tough one; ONLY THE SOLDIER WHO RETURNED FROM WAR FRONT, UNDERSTANDS THE WAR SCENE BETTER.
No gang up can succeed without God's knowledge and predetermination.
For those that know my political antecedent, you will recalled that my journey so far is an amazing one.
I aspired for Agege Local Government chairman, it didn't work out, yet my loyalty to my party and leaders earned me the vice chairman to run along with my Boss(chief Enock Kolapomoye Ajiboso); that same loyalty later earned me the unprecedented opportunity to become the pioneer Executive chairman, Orile Agege Local council Development area for 2 terms, before I aspired for the House of Representatives for Agege Federal Constituency, unfortunately, i couldn't get the ticket due to party and leaders decision and I was compensated with third term ticket as Executive chairman of Orile Agege LCDA,(record breaking) due to my loyalty to the party and leadership; the administration that recorded unprecedented landmark Achievements visible to all in Orile Agege.
Fortunately, the House of Representatives ticket I was denied before was given me by my people through a conducted primary by our party which I won credibly with over 50 votes, which afford me the privilege contest that election and to represent the good people of Agege Federal Constituency with their support and prayers at the green chamber.
Now, here comes the part that lots of people don't want to read about...
At the moment the House of Representatives ticket for Agege Federal Constituency has been given to Hon. Babatunde Adejare.
After all the efforts; it's imperative to obey the party's decision through our National leader, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed TINUBU.
Now, talking about Asiwaju: this a great leader that I have known as a political father and mentor since my political journey began decades ago and following him has been fruitful.
Just has God had used and still using me to raise lots of personalities politically and otherwise within Agege and beyond and who are now occuping various notable positions...the facts are there.
Interestingly, no one wants to write incomplete or partial political history, so this set up of personalities in Agege, whom are also contesting election, cannot write theirs without acknowledging how God use me for them, and the best they could do is ganged up to see me fall....I LAUGH!
Their plans bring to mind the story of JOSEPH IN THE BIBLE; how his brothers hated him and sold him into slavery not knowing that they are sending him to where God's purpose for his life would come to a reality and Joseph eventually become the helper of his brothers and family in time of famine/need... that's God!
Lots of people have expected me to defect to other party for ticket...but, my previous experience and reward for loyalty to my party will not allow me to leave my leaders and party... Moreso, this Same party and leadership have done a lot for me and my people in all ramifications and it will be ungrateful for me to defect to other party at this period.
It may interest you to know that I have been APPOINTED AS THE CHAIRMAN, BUHARI/OSINBAJO CAMPAIGN GROUP FOR AGEGE FEDERAL CONSTITUENCY... in ensuring that Agege people vote en mass for NEXT LEVEL through ALL APC CANDIDATES.
About NEXT LEVEL...I AM REALLY CONFIDENCE THAT GOD ALMIGHTY HAS A PLACE MORE GREATER FOR ME IN THE NEXT LEVEL PROGRAMS.
To my progressives people, I really appreciate your concern for me in the course of my struggle; MAY GOD REWARD YOUR SHOW OF LOVE ABUNDANTLY, AMEN....MAY YOU EXPERIENCE NEXT LEVEL THIS YEAR.
The strategies of our Great party, APC to win the election are ongoing and will be revealed to my followers in due course.
Currently, some Constituency projects are ongoing in Agege Federal Constituency and some about to commence...all for the growth and development of my Constituency.
Your VOTE FOR APC is highly anticipated.
#Agegefederalconstituency #Straight_from_the_heart #Nextlevel #APC #Godbless
By Hon. Taofeek Adaranijo, MHR, Agege Federal Constituency.
AgegePulse Magazine
Although, this medium shouldn't have been where I should clear the air on the much talked about ticket for House of Representatives for Agege Federal Constituency under our great party, All Progressives Congress, yet the power of Social media in disseminating information cannot be underestimated.
My effort and struggle to get the ticket for my second term bid as a lawmaker representing our dear Agege Federal Constituency at the green chamber was a very tough one; ONLY THE SOLDIER WHO RETURNED FROM WAR FRONT, UNDERSTANDS THE WAR SCENE BETTER.
No gang up can succeed without God's knowledge and predetermination.
For those that know my political antecedent, you will recalled that my journey so far is an amazing one.
I aspired for Agege Local Government chairman, it didn't work out, yet my loyalty to my party and leaders earned me the vice chairman to run along with my Boss(chief Enock Kolapomoye Ajiboso); that same loyalty later earned me the unprecedented opportunity to become the pioneer Executive chairman, Orile Agege Local council Development area for 2 terms, before I aspired for the House of Representatives for Agege Federal Constituency, unfortunately, i couldn't get the ticket due to party and leaders decision and I was compensated with third term ticket as Executive chairman of Orile Agege LCDA,(record breaking) due to my loyalty to the party and leadership; the administration that recorded unprecedented landmark Achievements visible to all in Orile Agege.
Fortunately, the House of Representatives ticket I was denied before was given me by my people through a conducted primary by our party which I won credibly with over 50 votes, which afford me the privilege contest that election and to represent the good people of Agege Federal Constituency with their support and prayers at the green chamber.
Now, here comes the part that lots of people don't want to read about...
At the moment the House of Representatives ticket for Agege Federal Constituency has been given to Hon. Babatunde Adejare.
After all the efforts; it's imperative to obey the party's decision through our National leader, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed TINUBU.
Now, talking about Asiwaju: this a great leader that I have known as a political father and mentor since my political journey began decades ago and following him has been fruitful.
Just has God had used and still using me to raise lots of personalities politically and otherwise within Agege and beyond and who are now occuping various notable positions...the facts are there.
Interestingly, no one wants to write incomplete or partial political history, so this set up of personalities in Agege, whom are also contesting election, cannot write theirs without acknowledging how God use me for them, and the best they could do is ganged up to see me fall....I LAUGH!
Their plans bring to mind the story of JOSEPH IN THE BIBLE; how his brothers hated him and sold him into slavery not knowing that they are sending him to where God's purpose for his life would come to a reality and Joseph eventually become the helper of his brothers and family in time of famine/need... that's God!
Lots of people have expected me to defect to other party for ticket...but, my previous experience and reward for loyalty to my party will not allow me to leave my leaders and party... Moreso, this Same party and leadership have done a lot for me and my people in all ramifications and it will be ungrateful for me to defect to other party at this period.
It may interest you to know that I have been APPOINTED AS THE CHAIRMAN, BUHARI/OSINBAJO CAMPAIGN GROUP FOR AGEGE FEDERAL CONSTITUENCY... in ensuring that Agege people vote en mass for NEXT LEVEL through ALL APC CANDIDATES.
About NEXT LEVEL...I AM REALLY CONFIDENCE THAT GOD ALMIGHTY HAS A PLACE MORE GREATER FOR ME IN THE NEXT LEVEL PROGRAMS.
To my progressives people, I really appreciate your concern for me in the course of my struggle; MAY GOD REWARD YOUR SHOW OF LOVE ABUNDANTLY, AMEN....MAY YOU EXPERIENCE NEXT LEVEL THIS YEAR.
The strategies of our Great party, APC to win the election are ongoing and will be revealed to my followers in due course.
Currently, some Constituency projects are ongoing in Agege Federal Constituency and some about to commence...all for the growth and development of my Constituency.
Your VOTE FOR APC is highly anticipated.
#Agegefederalconstituency #Straight_from_the_heart #Nextlevel #APC #Godbless
Saturday, 12 January 2019
AgegePulse Magazine : NEWS HEADLINES FOR SUNDAY 13TH JANUARY 2019.
*PUNCH*
Ogun PDP gov: Kasamu denies withdrawing for Adebutu
Buhari govt, worst ever, says Wike
33 senators to work on 2019 budget during elections
Division in Atiku campaign as Ekweremadu stays away
Aggrieved members fault Ondo APC peace panel
Buharis reelectionll bring more hardship Bishop
Buhari in Bauchi, Yuguda, Muazu, others pledge loyalty
PPC presidential candidate vows to defeat Buhari, Atiku
Firm to build worlds first hydrogen-electric ferry
FG recorded N889.61bn deficit in nine months CBN
Power: Consumers debt hits N62.2bn in three months, says NERC
Ineffective policies killing tourism growth, says Majekodunmi
Nigeria Air raises fresh controversy
Its unhealthy that only NNPC is importing petrol Oyebanji
Nigerians see power supply as social service Nextier boss
Most airlines not doing well in Africa Vankeirsbilck
SUV, E-Class propel Mercedes-Benz lead in premium segment
EFCC planning to keep Okupe out of circulation Lawyer
Onnoghens travails: Why I filed petition against CJN, says Buharis ex-spokesman
South-East soldiers, biggest casualties of Boko Haram war
Aisha Buhari disagrees with Okorocha over support for Nwosu
PFAs raise investments in real estate to N225bn
Olota threatens to mobilise Awori against Lagos APC
*VANGUARD*
Assets declaration charges: I've done no wrong ' Onnoghen
Guber polls: Victory is sure for Okowa ' Majemite
2019 elections are about the survival of Nigeria ' Ortom
EFCC wants to incarcerate Okupe indefinitely
IMO GOVERNORSHIP: Aisha Buhari disagrees with Okorocha over son-in-law
Peoples Trust will end security challenges, joblessness ' Olawepo-Hashim, Agbakoba
Amnesty: Eastern Ijaws reject calls for Dokubo's sack
Villagers in Delta 'climbed trees, changed position in toilets to make phone calls, use internet
Delta: Ogboru's rejection of debate is sign of defeat ' PDP
Police intercept 34,865 live cartridges, arrest three suspected smugglers in Ogun
NGO urges NJC to check 'lack of diligence & honesty' in Rivers judiciary
Free transportation for Abia natives going home for elections
Moremi the Musical signals the return of the theatre ' Lillian Aluko, Rejuvenee CEO
Delta South senatorial seat: Lawuru tasks Itsekiris on Manager's re-election
Leadership style: Biukeme advises Governor Okowa
Complement govt effort through free skill acquisition scheme, Rotn. Duku tells NGOs
EXPOSED: How politicians plan to disrupt, rig 2019 polls
2019: Some leaders of pro-Buhari, Osinbajo group cannot be trusted- Shittu
DELTA: PDP defectors swore Ogboru won past elections but was rigged out ' Ofehe
DELTA: Ogboru should wait till 2023 ' Abideke
even if allegations against Onnoghen are true, CCB, was wrong ' ' Atiku
Tambuwal warns against giving CJN Onnoghen the Saraki treatment
Assets Declaration: The petition that led to charge against CJN, Onnoghen
*THE NATION*
Daily Trust and the military
Fake News as Symptom
Buhari versus Atiku: How states will vote
FG files charges against CJN over $3m in five accounts
Buhari receives ex-PDP chairman Muazu, Yuguda, others at Bauchi APC rally
Tourism: Lagos economy records N50b transactions
PEOPLES TRUST WILL END SECURITY CHALLENGES OLAWEPO-HASHIM
Aisha Buhari, Rochas disagree over support for govs son-in-law
Mobolaji Akiode: How DTigress ignited my passion for Nigeria
Onnoghen: South-south govs hold emergency meeting
How Onnoghens trouble started
Release of repentant B/Haram members: Atiku hails Borno elders
PDPS fear mongering campaign
Whats up my sleeve this year
2019: Benue and the jostle for Marks seat
Enugu 2019: Ugwuanyis passion for his people
Imo: 2019 and Owerri agenda
2019: APC will win with wide margin Buraimoh
Why Wike is afraid of Lulu-Briggs
Congo ruling coalition wins legislative majority, constraining president-elect
APC afraid of losing polls, says Tambuwal
Ibeto leads former PDP gov aspirants back to APC
Onnoghen: Presidency plotting to destabilise Judiciary, PDP alleges
*THISDAY*
CBNs Renewed Effort Towards Financial Inclusion
What Really Motivates Tony Elumelu to Lift African Entrepreneurs
KEN OBINNA: Operating Double-Digit Interest Rate Will Hinder Economic Growth
The Road to 2019: Flashpoints to Watch (XVIII)
For NAssembly, Lessons From 2018
ABUBAKAR BAWA BWARI: Well Have No Business with...
The #AmaechiTapes and the Low Budget Lai Mohammed Called Tolu Ogunlesi
Reining In the Motor Park Touts
Onnoghen: A Justice in the Eye of the Law
Atikus Northern Invasion
2019: Is Rivers APC Aiding Wikes Re-election
Its Tinubus Campaign Council!
The Making of a Security Headache
This is a Government of Blood and Killings, Says Afegbua
Appreciating Ugwuanyis Passion for his People
One Lagos Fiesta: Still the Best, Biggest
2019: Of Political Travellers in Ogun State
Change the Tree, and the Fruits Will Change
Justice Onnoghen in the Dock
Solskjaers United Face Tottenham Test at Wembley
Enyeama Plans a Return to the Post after Two Years in Limbo
South-south Governors Hold Emergency Meeting Sunday over Onnoghen
How Not to Remove a Chief Justice of Nigeria
*THE SUN*
Assets declaration: FG files criminal charges against CJN
As Atiku cautions Buhari over alleged plot to sack Onnoghen
Onnoghen: PDP accuses Presidency of plotting to annex judiciary
CJN: South- south govs summon emergency meeting today
Why I parted ways with President Buhari ' Buba Galadima
2019: Afenifere support for Buhari, Atiku mere election theatrics ' Prof Banji Akintoye, Yoruba leader
Yoruba have reached consensus on what we want ' Odumakin
CJN: South-South governors to hold emergency meeting
Don't kill her because of her money
Amina Zakari: An amazon caught in political tempest
Reasons I decided not to join big parties again ' Sarah Jubril
Specialised care for premature babies
My regrets ' Bose Alao, actress
*DAILY TRUST*
2019: PDP woos electorate with Yar'adua, Shema's blueprints in Katsina
The men eyeing David Mark's job
PDP, others take advantage of APC crisis in Rivers
Crisis erupts at APC rally in Owerri
INEC creates over 8,000 centres for PVC collection
APC receives Yuguda, Mu'azu, Gamawa, other defectors at campaign flag off
Tambuwal to Buhari: Be honourable enough to accept defeat
Bafarawa promises N50m to zone that gives PDP highest votes
JUST IN: 4 ex-PDP governorship aspirants defect to APC in Niger
Decision hour for the TIV
Israel opens 'apartheid road' in occupied West Bank
Saudi teen who fled family welcomed as 'brave new Canadian' in Toronto
Our bodies may cure themselves of diabetes in the future
Recurrent miscarriage linked to faulty sperm
Memo to the 'third force': 'Everybody is Crying!
APC takes down official website over alleged hacking
2018 Jos Polo: Malcomines confirm Governor Cup supremacy
2019 N/Delta Polo Festival: Access Bank, Gen. Hassan Cups take center stage
Dalung reaffirms commitment to upgrade sporting facilities in 2019
Over 250 S'West golfers tee-off Daily Trust Buhari Golf tourney in Ibadan
PSG extend unbeaten run to 18 games
Amir Khan agrees shot at undefeated WBO champion, Terence Crawford
Willian, Pedro on target as Chelsea beat Newcastle United
*TRIBUNE*
Restructuring re echoed as Aare Adams inaugurates advisory council
Onnoghen: South-South Governors in emergency meeting.
BREAKING: Trailer allegedly carrying 'campaign rice' kills over 20 in Ekiti
A house divided: Why strike is not fully implemented in OAU
Heading football, potential cause of brain injury in children 'Experts
Any attempt to rig the coming elections will create problems all over the country 'Odumakin
We need to restructure for Nigeria to work 'Labinjo
Rumblings over TFP's surveillance contract
How PRP will upset the apple cart in Bauchi 'Ali Pate, gov candidate
Lagos will be a walkover for APC 'Lawmaker
Amaechi vs Amaechi I
With a view to delaying
The choice before Christians in 2019 elections 'Kolawole
INEC and the opposition parties' fiery darts
Intrigues, tension across states as polls approach
Most Christians pretend not to love secular songs 'Ola
*LEADERSHIP*
Triumphant Entry Into 2019 In The Footsteps Of Jesus
Study 50 ' The Fruitfulness Of Abiding Believers In Christ
An NBA Fan's Perspective
Six Most Powerful World Leaders
NITEL/MTEL Pensioners Commend Buhari Over Payment
Don Makes Case For Release Of Dasuki, Others
DG Atiku Campaign, Obiano Disagree Over S/East Devt
Kano To Adopt Native Security System
We've Resolved Our Differences In APC ' Bindow
PDP And The Hurdle Of Unpredictable Stakeholders
As APC, PDP Lock Horns On The Plateau
Power Blocs That Will Define 2019 Polls
Substituting Meat For Plant Proteins
Hypertension: The Nigerian Epidemic
10,000 Kogi Farmers To Benefit From World Bank $200m Grant
Plateau: 309, 000 Permanent Voter's Cards Yet To Be Collected
NLC Seeks Prosecution Of Custodians Of Street Children
3 Die As Bus Somersaults On Lagos/Ibadan Expressway
Army Launches Additional Operation In Katsina
PMB Represents Hope For Common Man ' Lai Mohammed
We're Mending Cracks Within Our Party ' PDP
MAN Seeks To Discourage Importation Of Used Electronics
Kogi West Will Stop At Nothing To Elect Smart Adeyemi ' Fanwo
*BLUE PRINT*
Onnoghen: South-South Govs schedule emergency meeting as Atiku warns Buhari, APC
Buhari: Atiku-Obi Campaign team lashes out at Obiano
EPL: Arsenal suffer top four blow after Hammer blow, Liverpool cruise on
Ighalo heading to Barcelona
Onnoghen's removal plot, orchestrated plan to pocket Judiciary ' PDP
PDP denies defection of Atiku's campaign DG
APC not campaigning, interested in stealing votes, Atiku alleges
APC is not Muslim party- Osinbajo
Nigeria's future depends on honest leadership 'Osinbajo
Real reasons Buhari, APC want CJN, Onnoghen, out ' Timi Frank
Threat to life: Saraki, Police trade words
Emir of Lafia laid to rest
Ogboru inaugurates campaign organisation in Delta
Yobe receives $29m grant, promises Improved healthcare
Nigerian Legion to provide 5,000 jobs
Borno commences payment of N200m scholarship
Investigative journalism crucial to anti-graft war ' Magu
Over 2,000 PDP, SDP, others defect to APC in Kogi
I can't dump PDP-Tondo declares
Security lapses in NASS as burglary increases
PDP senatorial candidate donates tractor to Kwara LG
Buhari moves to end illegal tax collections
*BUSINESSDAY*
Prices of consumer goods, services remain high after Christmas
Nigeria to reduce medical tourism spend as Euracare specialist provides quality healthcare
Cleric predicts victory for Ihedioha
How long do Nigerians have to wait for affordable mortgage
The path to Onnoghen's travail
I do what I love, stay true to myself and live my dreams ' Amina Isa
Thorpe-Apezteguia faces the task of returning MRS Oil to profitability
Dangote Foundation, UNECA, GBCHealth call for more collaboration to drive Africa's healthcare
IGP Ibrahim Idris at 60
Ways to stay financially disciplined in the New Year
LCCI, stakeholders kick against fuel subsidy in 2019 budget
Compiled by:
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DSTV: We’ll not operate pay as you view system – Multichoice
AgegePulse Magazine
Multichoice, the digital satellite television operator announced on Friday that the company would not operate the “pay as you view’’ tariff system in Nigeria, in spite of demands for such.
The Chief Customer Officer of Multichoice, Martin Mabutho, made the statement in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Lagos.
Mr Mabutho’s stance comes against the backdrop of persistent clamour by the company’s teeming subscribers for the introduction of a pay as you view tariff plan in Africa’s most populous nation.
“We are not going to introduce pay as you view system. Our contract with our suppliers is on month to month basis,’’ he stated.
South Africa’s Multichoice has dominated the satellite broadcast space in Nigeria since the past 25 and has remained adamant not to introduce the pay as you view system.
“The issue of not introducing pay as you view remains. Nothing will change it.
“We are not going to do it. Our contract with our suppliers are month to month basis. The channels do not belong to Multichoice.
“What we do is to slash our prices in half to make our customers enjoy our services.’’
Mr Mabutho said Multichoice would continue to give acquisition promos or loyalty promos to customers every quarter as incentives.
Customers pay on month to month basis to enjoy the services of the company whether channels are watched or not.
Premium Times
Thursday, 10 January 2019
2019 Budget: Lagos Assembly Insists On Proper Presentation By Governor Ambode
AgegePulse Magazine
The Lagos State House of Assembly has insisted that Governor Akinwunmi Ambode of the state must appear before it to present the 2019 Budget as required by the law.
This followed the information read on the floor of the House by the Clerk, Mr. Azeez Sanni intimating the lawmakers that his office received a message from Governor Akinwunmi Ambode dated Monday 17 December, 2018, but which he received on Friday 28th December containing the 2019 Budget.
However, the Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, who commended the lawmakers for their reaction to the message, stated that this was not the time for resentment, acrimony and agitation, adding that the stake before the lawmakers was beyond 2019.
"We must do everything to sustain our government, party and the state. You have all shed light on the issue in a matured matter.
"We went on break on 18th December, 2018. The first call I received on the budget was on 24th December that the Governor was willing to present the budget on that day.
"We normally go on break for six weeks, but we went on break for two weeks as we were waiting for the budget.
"Also, we received the budget on 28th December, when we were waiting for the New Year break.
"There is no reason to shift the blame on the House that we were not willing to receive the budget," he said.
Obasa added that the lawmakers were willing to receive the 2019 budget, saying that this was one of the reasons they were elected into office.
The Speaker however, said that this must be done properly by the Governor in accordance with the Section 121 of the Nigerian Constitution that he said states that the budget must be presented to the House before the end of a financial year.
"We are ready to receive the budget if it is done properly. We have no resentment, we have no bad blood.
"Our stake is beyond 2019. What we have here is not even a letter, it is presentation of budget by the Governor.
"The executive headed by the Governor must be ready to present the budget and we are ready to receive it," he said.
In his contribution, Hon. Yinka Ogundimu (Agege 2) said that the letter on 2019 Budget from the Governor got to the House on 17th December, 2018 and was received on Friday 28th, December, 2018.
"We normally close early, but we closed late to receive the budget, it came about three days to the New Year and there was nothing we could have done.
"The House normally have a date with the Governor, when he would present the budget. This is a clear departure from the norm and I think this should be addressed by all," he said.
Also contributing to the matter, Hon. Olanrewaju Ogunyemi (Ojo 2) stated that he listened to the Clerk of the House about the correspondence from the Governor, which he said ought to have been read out.
Ogunyemi said that if it was the actual budget, then they would excuse the Clerk for not reading it.
He emphasized that the budget got to the House three days away from the New Year, which he said was unusual.
According to him, the second reading of the budget could not come until January, 2019, and that the House was alive to its responsibility.
In his comments, Hon. Dayo Saka-Fafunmi (Ifako-Ijaiye 1) said that the observation raised by Hon. Yinka Ogundimu was apt, and that the budget was part of the reasons they were elected into the House.
"The first reading of the budget ought to be done by the Governor, who ought to lay the estimate before us. Since this has not been done, then we must insist on the proper procedure," he said.
This was corroborated by Hon. Moshood Osun (Lagos Mainland 2), who read Section 121 of the Nigerian Constitution, which addresses the issue of budget presentation to the lawmakers.
Oshun said that it was on record that the House normally passed the budget before the next financial year.
He said: "If the budget was brought on 28th December, there was no way we could work on it. The leadership of the House should take it up," he said.
The Majority Leader of the House, Hon. Sanai Agunbiade, who said that the budget issue was in public domain, revealed that he received several calls on the issue, but that he did not make any comment because he wanted to get proper information from the House on it.
"It is clear that we were ready to work on the budget before the Christmas break, but we could not work on it because we did not get it in time.
"We all know that there were always bilateral meetings between the executive and the legislature before the budget is presented to the House.
"The constitution states that the Governor should lay the budget before the House. May be the correspondence before the Clerk is about the presentation of the budget.
"So, what is before the House is a document that ought to be laid before the House and the committees of the House would sit on it. "The report could not be considered by the committees if it is not laid. "Members of the public may not know the procedure of the budget. "Section 121 of the Nigerian Constitution states that the budget must be laid before the House before the end of a financial year.
"We should handle it in our usual family way and ensure that the executive does the normal thing as we are ready to do our work," he said.
One dies, many passengers injured as train derails in Agege
AgegePulse Magazine
One passenger died while many others were injured on Thursday when a mass transit shuttle train derailed at the Ashade railway crossing in the Mangoro area of Lagos State.
It was gathered that the accident occurred around 7am.
The Lagos Railway District Manager, Jerry Ochi, told the News Agency of Nigeria that the victim died at the NRC hospital in Ebute Meta while receiving treatment.
PUNCH Metro learnt that three coaches were affected and that the train was en route Ebute Meta, Lagos, from Ijoko in Ogun State.
The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency, said in a statement that investigation showed that the train derailed as a result of faulty tracks.
The agency explained that the faulty tracks had been reported by men of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority in the area and were noted for pending engineering works later in the day.
It said the injured victims were rushed to nearby hospitals for first aid.
The statement added, “Efforts are currently being made to evacuate the derailed coaches as the Nigerian Railway Corporation crane has been dispatched to the scene from the Lagos Island.
“The GM LASEMA, LRT, LRU Paramedics, LRU Fire, LASAMBUS, FRSC, RRS, LASTMA and the Nigeria Police are on ground to ensure a swift recovery. Recovery operation is ongoing by the officials of the Nigerian Railway Corporation.”
Scene of the derailed train
The Police Public Relations Officer, Lagos State Police Command, Chike Oti, had earlier said that only three people were injured.
“There was no death recorded but three people were injured and they have been taken to a nearby hospital. The derailed coach is being evacuated as I speak,” he told our correspondent.
The Public Relations Officer, NRC, Lagos, Khadijat Aroyewun, noted that the cause of the accident had yet to be ascertained, adding that preventive measures would be taken to prevent future occurrences.
She said, “This is just a one-off incident, which is rather unfortunate. The cause of the accident has not been ascertained; investigation will be carried out to ascertain the cause.
“However, the culture in the NRC is not only remedial but also preventive. What we do is that our technical experts ensure that the tracks are viable for movement before the trains are permitted to move on them. But when incidents like this occur, we make sure to find out the unforeseen factors that could have caused them and put in place future preventive measures.”
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M.C OLU-OMO IS NOT DEAD
AgegePulse Magazine
The operatives of the Lagos State Task Force wish to dispell the rumour being circulating round the State particularly on social media that Mr. Musiliu Ayinde Akinsanya (a.k.a MC OLU-OMO) is dead.
This is to state unequivocally that Mr. Musiliu Ayinde Akinsanya (a.k.a M.C Olu-omo) is not dead as been circulated but still responding to medical treatment at hospital.
For any avoidance of doubt members of his family could be contacted for further information.
The Agency therefore warned miscreants and hoodlums who might want use this opportunity to forment any trouble to immediately desist as anybody caught disturbing peace of innocent members of the public would be seriously dealt with.
Parents and guardians are hereby enjoined to be vigilant about activities of their wards as both the Lagos State Police Command and the operatives of the Lagos State Task Force are on ground patrolling.
Lagos States Task Force
The operatives of the Lagos State Task Force wish to dispell the rumour being circulating round the State particularly on social media that Mr. Musiliu Ayinde Akinsanya (a.k.a MC OLU-OMO) is dead.
This is to state unequivocally that Mr. Musiliu Ayinde Akinsanya (a.k.a M.C Olu-omo) is not dead as been circulated but still responding to medical treatment at hospital.
For any avoidance of doubt members of his family could be contacted for further information.
The Agency therefore warned miscreants and hoodlums who might want use this opportunity to forment any trouble to immediately desist as anybody caught disturbing peace of innocent members of the public would be seriously dealt with.
Parents and guardians are hereby enjoined to be vigilant about activities of their wards as both the Lagos State Police Command and the operatives of the Lagos State Task Force are on ground patrolling.
Lagos States Task Force
Why Man stabbed Ikeja Electric’s technician over disconnection
AgegePulse Magazine
A 22-year-old man, Oluwadamilare Temenu, has reportedly stabbed a technician with the Ikeja Electric, Oluwaseyi Amao, for disconnecting power supply to his residence at No. 13 Adesanya Street, in the Mafoluku area of Oshodi, Lagos State.
PUNCH Metro gathered that Amao and his colleague, Yusuf Tunde, had acted on a disconnection order by the management of Ikeja Electric, an electricity distribution company, which had marked some flats in the building for disconnection over unpaid bills, when they were attacked.
Amao, who said he gave the residents a month’s grace to pay their outstanding bills, added that he was surprised that one of them would attack him for disconnecting power supply to his apartment despite owing over N300,000.
The 42-year-old technician said, “We were given a disconnection order to execute at No. 13 Adesanya Street, Mafoluku, Oshodi, last Thursday. The building has four flats; one flat has a prepaid meter, while the remaining three are on estimated billing; but we were given a disconnection order on the two flats with over N200,000 and N100,000 debts, respectively.
“Before that day, I had visited the house for disconnection last month and one of the residents, the one using prepaid meter, had pledged to speak with the others to pay their debts, because it was only one wire that supplies power to the four flats. If we cut off the wire, the whole flats will be affected, including the one with prepaid meter, but they still refused to pay.
“So, on the day I was instructed to execute the disconnection order, I explained to the residents, including the guy who stabbed me, that I was there the previous month and that since they had refused to clear their outstanding bills, I had been instructed to disconnect power supply to their apartment. He never argued with me, but I was surprised that he said I was looking for trouble when he saw me climbing the pole.
“All of a sudden, he went inside his flat, brought out a crate of bottles and broke two bottles. I quickly jumped down and he chased after me and stabbed me. He first stabbed me in the neck and head; to avoid more harm, I held him tightly and told my colleague, Tunde, to inform our other colleagues to bring a vehicle so that we could take him to the police station.”
The Public Relations Officer, Ikeja Electric, Felix Ofulue, who condemned the attack, said the firm would explore all necessary means to bring to justice any person or group, who took the law into their own hands by inflicting bodily harm on its officials when performing their duties.
Ofulue stated, “We strongly condemn the rising spate of attacks on our employees. It is simply unacceptable that they should be attacked while carrying out their legitimate duties.
“As a responsible organisation, we have provided multiple redress channels through which customers can express themselves. Even the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission has provided a forum for dissatisfied customers to further seek resolution. So, to brutally attack our people in this manner displays total disregard for humanity, a situation that we will not take lightly.
Punch
A 22-year-old man, Oluwadamilare Temenu, has reportedly stabbed a technician with the Ikeja Electric, Oluwaseyi Amao, for disconnecting power supply to his residence at No. 13 Adesanya Street, in the Mafoluku area of Oshodi, Lagos State.
PUNCH Metro gathered that Amao and his colleague, Yusuf Tunde, had acted on a disconnection order by the management of Ikeja Electric, an electricity distribution company, which had marked some flats in the building for disconnection over unpaid bills, when they were attacked.
Amao, who said he gave the residents a month’s grace to pay their outstanding bills, added that he was surprised that one of them would attack him for disconnecting power supply to his apartment despite owing over N300,000.
The 42-year-old technician said, “We were given a disconnection order to execute at No. 13 Adesanya Street, Mafoluku, Oshodi, last Thursday. The building has four flats; one flat has a prepaid meter, while the remaining three are on estimated billing; but we were given a disconnection order on the two flats with over N200,000 and N100,000 debts, respectively.
“Before that day, I had visited the house for disconnection last month and one of the residents, the one using prepaid meter, had pledged to speak with the others to pay their debts, because it was only one wire that supplies power to the four flats. If we cut off the wire, the whole flats will be affected, including the one with prepaid meter, but they still refused to pay.
“So, on the day I was instructed to execute the disconnection order, I explained to the residents, including the guy who stabbed me, that I was there the previous month and that since they had refused to clear their outstanding bills, I had been instructed to disconnect power supply to their apartment. He never argued with me, but I was surprised that he said I was looking for trouble when he saw me climbing the pole.
“All of a sudden, he went inside his flat, brought out a crate of bottles and broke two bottles. I quickly jumped down and he chased after me and stabbed me. He first stabbed me in the neck and head; to avoid more harm, I held him tightly and told my colleague, Tunde, to inform our other colleagues to bring a vehicle so that we could take him to the police station.”
The Public Relations Officer, Ikeja Electric, Felix Ofulue, who condemned the attack, said the firm would explore all necessary means to bring to justice any person or group, who took the law into their own hands by inflicting bodily harm on its officials when performing their duties.
Ofulue stated, “We strongly condemn the rising spate of attacks on our employees. It is simply unacceptable that they should be attacked while carrying out their legitimate duties.
“As a responsible organisation, we have provided multiple redress channels through which customers can express themselves. Even the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission has provided a forum for dissatisfied customers to further seek resolution. So, to brutally attack our people in this manner displays total disregard for humanity, a situation that we will not take lightly.
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BUS REFORM PROJECT TO KICK OFF MARCH WITH 820 BUSES- AMBODE
...Inspects Airport Road, Oshodi-Abule Egba BRT Corridor, Bus Terminals, Others
…Reaffirms Commitment To Complete Ongoing Projects
AgegePulse Magazine
Lagos State Governor, Mr Akinwunmi Ambode on Wednesday said plans have been firmed up to roll out the Bus Reform Project of the State Government in March with 820 high and medium capacity buses, saying that the initiative would redefine public transportation and make the State to be globally competitive.
The Governor, who said this during an extensive inspection tour of ongoing projects across the State which lasted from morning till late in the night, said the initiative was basically designed to inject 5,000 buses, modern terminals, facilitate ease of mobility for residents and also rev up Lagos economy, among others.
While inspecting the assembling plant at Awoyaya in Ibeju Lekki area of the State which is also serving as the temporary holding bay for 500 out of the 820 buses, Governor Ambode expressed optimism that the buses would be rolled out after the elections, while the next phase of the project would be to assemble the buses in Lagos.
"This is an assembling plant. The dream is that beyond the procurement of 820 buses by government, the next set of buses in the vision should be assembled in Lagos in this assembling plant and another one in Epe.
"That is the dream and the whole project is scalable and in this scale right now, we would run with the 820; you have seen the maintenance workshops and all that, and then the next scale which is the next phase is for Nigerians to be able to assemble the buses in Lagos and then we create employment opportunities and also allow the GDP of Lagos to grow. The buses are ready and we think with everything we have done, we should be able to roll out these buses maybe immediately after the elections," he said.
The Governor said though the 5, 000 buses would not be enough for the State, but the government was showing good example and creating the conducive atmosphere to allow the private sector to come in and participate in the whole arrangement.
“What has happened is that government has gone ahead to procure these buses using its funds and the buses are being owned by a government company called Lagos Bus Services Limited (LBSL). So, the LBSL will lease these buses to operators who would use the three depots at Oshodi, Anthony and Yaba to ensure that the buses are sustained and maintained properly so that they don't get wasted before their lifespan expires.
"The idea is if we are able to show good example of which we have procured these buses with our own money, the private sector can join hands with us and start to procure those additional buses that will take it to 5,000, while government can also procure more and by so doing, we would have had assembling plant in Lagos and create job opportunities for our people.
"By the time you put these buses on the road, it will create jobs for drivers, engineers, technicians, and so on, thereby growing the economy of Lagos coming from the transport sector in addition to 100 bus stops being constructed simultaneously across the State with attendant positive impact on the economy. So, the idea is create jobs, grow the economy, make the city to be globally competitive and then make life comfortable for the people."
Among the projects inspected by the Governor and his team are Oshodi Transport Interchange which is 85 per cent completed; Bus Depot at Oshodi, Yaba, Oyingbo to be ready by March; International Airport Road to be ready by early May; Oshodi-Abule Egba BRT Corridor to be delivered by April; and vehicle assembling plant at Awoyaya in Ibeju Lekki.
The bus depots are equipped with facilities such as depot office, dormitory, 30,000 litres underground tank, 30, 000 litres overhead tank, automated and elevated car wash, toilets, fuel dump, utility buildings and central workshop housing spare parts and operational offices, as well as equipment for the maintenance of the buses.
The 820 buses, which have already been delivered, are equipped with cameras, USB point, internet, television, and special spaces for physically challenged, pregnant women and the aged, among others.
The Governor, who rode in one of the buses with cabinet members, allayed fears of some residents over ongoing projects, saying that concerted efforts would be made to complete many of them before the expiration of his tenure.
He said the good thing about the continuity in governance which he had been preaching is that the governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the State, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu had signed on to the projects.
"I know that the feedback we are getting is that Lagosians are worried whether some of this our critical projects will be delivered before we leave office.
"We want to assure them that with what we have had from the contractors and the inspection we have done today, these projects will be completed and some of them if they are not completed, Jide Sanwo-Olu will complete them and that is the whole essence of governance of continuity that we are preaching and that is why we believe strongly that he would not only complete them but also escalate them to higher level and that is the whole idea about APC," Governor Ambode said.
Wednesday, 9 January 2019
MC Oluomo Was Stabbed With A Poisoned Knife
AgegePulse Magazine
A National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) leader Musiliu Akinsanya, popularly referred to as MC Oluomo was stabbed with a poisoned knife at the Lagos APC rally on Tuesday.
An APC chieftain who was at the venue made the revelation to The Pulse on condition of anonymity.
“MC Oluomo was stabbed twice with a poisonous knife called Makenje (which literally translates to don’t touch blood). All the VIPs were spirited out of the venue by security personnel. It was like a war zone with sophisticated guns and machetes on display”, he said.
Another source opened up that the violence was orchestrated by persons who are still angry that Ambode was schemed out of the 2019 governorship race and disgraced, as Sanwo-Olu was settled for by the powers that be.
“It was well planned by top politicians. This was carried out by thugs loyal to Ambode’s camp. These thugs and the politicians who put them up to this are still angry that Ambode didn’t get a second term ticket.
The plot was to disrupt the rally and turn attention away from the candidate Sanwo-Olu. And you have to say they succeeded to some degree”, says the source.
MC Oluomo wasn’t supposed to be rushed to the hospital after being stabbed, because he supposedly wears a spiritual armour that shields him from gun, knife and other dangerous weapons. Which was why the knife used to stab him was a poisoned one.
But he was expected to be inured from the venom of a poisoned knife, no less.
In other words, MC Oluomo was supposed to be ‘unkillable’.
“The only way they could break through MC Oluomo’s skin was to poison the knife and as I speak with you now, native and medical doctors are battling to keep him alive by extracting the venom from his system. It’s 50:50 for him now”, another APC source shares.
Another source mentioned that MC Oluomo is recovering in hospital after “doctors and two elderly jazzmen (native doctors) extracted the poison from his system
“The man who stabbed MC Oluomo lives on Apapa Road in Ebute Metta. Forget what the Commissioner of Police is telling you”, the APC source offers.
PulseNg
A National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) leader Musiliu Akinsanya, popularly referred to as MC Oluomo was stabbed with a poisoned knife at the Lagos APC rally on Tuesday.
An APC chieftain who was at the venue made the revelation to The Pulse on condition of anonymity.
“MC Oluomo was stabbed twice with a poisonous knife called Makenje (which literally translates to don’t touch blood). All the VIPs were spirited out of the venue by security personnel. It was like a war zone with sophisticated guns and machetes on display”, he said.
Another source opened up that the violence was orchestrated by persons who are still angry that Ambode was schemed out of the 2019 governorship race and disgraced, as Sanwo-Olu was settled for by the powers that be.
“It was well planned by top politicians. This was carried out by thugs loyal to Ambode’s camp. These thugs and the politicians who put them up to this are still angry that Ambode didn’t get a second term ticket.
The plot was to disrupt the rally and turn attention away from the candidate Sanwo-Olu. And you have to say they succeeded to some degree”, says the source.
MC Oluomo wasn’t supposed to be rushed to the hospital after being stabbed, because he supposedly wears a spiritual armour that shields him from gun, knife and other dangerous weapons. Which was why the knife used to stab him was a poisoned one.
But he was expected to be inured from the venom of a poisoned knife, no less.
In other words, MC Oluomo was supposed to be ‘unkillable’.
“The only way they could break through MC Oluomo’s skin was to poison the knife and as I speak with you now, native and medical doctors are battling to keep him alive by extracting the venom from his system. It’s 50:50 for him now”, another APC source shares.
Another source mentioned that MC Oluomo is recovering in hospital after “doctors and two elderly jazzmen (native doctors) extracted the poison from his system
“The man who stabbed MC Oluomo lives on Apapa Road in Ebute Metta. Forget what the Commissioner of Police is telling you”, the APC source offers.
PulseNg
APCOM DENOUNCES SHOOTING OF COMMUNITY MEDIA PRACTITIONER, OTHER JOURNALISTS, AT APC LAGOS RALLY
... calls for prosecution of shooters and better security measures for protection of life and property at political rallies
AgegePulse Magazine
The Association of Practitioners of Community Media in Nigeria (APCOM), the registered umbrella body for community media practitioners in Nigeria, is deeply disturbed about the outbreak of violence at the Lagos State rally of the All Progressives Congress(APC) on Tuesday, January 8, 2019, during which a number of persons sustained injuries, including a community media practitioner, two mainstream journalists, and a chieftain of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), among others.
According to eyewitness reports, a scuffle broke out between rival factions of the transport union who were in attendance at the rally. During the melee, guns were fired and machetes wielded, resulting in gunshot wounds to the three journalists, and a stab wound to the neck of the union leader.
Caught innocently in the crossfire of stray bullets were community media cameraman, Abiodun Yusuf of Ijoba Ibile TV; group political editor of the Nation Newspaper, Emmanuel Oladesu; and News Telegraph correspondent, Temitope Ogunbanke.
APCOM in no uncertain terms condemns this brazen and unwarranted assault on our colleagues while in the line of duty. The Association demands that the perpetrators of the dastardly shootings be apprehended and made to face the full wrath of the law.
Of the eight persons reported to have been transported to hospital from the scene for treatment of injuries, three were journalists. This disproportionate statistic speaks to the dangerous nature of journalists' jobs and makes a case for why extra security measures must always be in place to protect them during potentially volatile assignments like coverage of political rallies.
While there is no evidence that journalists were specifically targeted for attack during the Lagos APC 2018 flag-off rally, the fact that the three got hit in the first place indicates that they were likely at the forefront of the rally action, jockeying for the best position from which to capture the proceedings for later reporting to their audience.
That is the nature of a journalist's job, and the work ethic embraced by every member of APCOM. The coverage comes first --- thoughts of safety or comfort are relegated to a lesser consideration.
That thus puts the onus of protecting a journalist in the line of duty on the security agencies and on the political parties during campaigns.
It is for this very reason that the Nigerian Media Code of Election Coverage came into existence, which obligates political parties to ensure the safety of journalists covering their activities including campaigns.
As demonstrated by the events of the Lagos APC 2018 flag-off rally however, the party did not do its duty to the journalists in attendance as required by the Code.
Political rallies need not necessarily be dangerous affairs. They can be well organised and properly policed, which, according to an APCOM member who was present, the Lagos APC rally was neither.
To keep violence in check and inhibit a repeat occurrence of the mayhem of the Lagos APC 2018 flag-off rally, political parties should do more to keep their supporters docile, even rival factions and contending caucuses.
Security agencies also need to step up, first and foremost taking steps to keep weapons out of rally venues and keeping a close watch on warring factions to quell minor skirmishes before they escalate into full-blown confrontations.
And we journalists have a responsibility to protect ourselves at all times and remain safe during potentially volatile assignments, particularly election coverage. It is one of APCOM’S objectives to secure insurance coverage for our members in partial mitigation of the occupational hazards we face daily.
Beyond journalists, the entire population of Nigerian citizens need their safety ensured, not just at political rallies, but in their homes and on the streets.
APCOM will continue to advocate for a better quality of life for all Nigerians in the various communities around the country.
The Association sends its best wishes to the brave journalists affected by the shootings at the Lagos APC 2018 flag-off rally and wishes them a speedy recovery and restoration to full health.
Tuesday, 8 January 2019
Ambode apprehends ‘one way’ offenders
AgegePulse Magazine
Irked by the flagrant abuse of the Lagos State Traffic Laws, Governor Akinwunmi Ambode on Monday evening came down hard on some recalcitrant motorists who drove against traffic along the Muritala Mohammed Airport Road, Ikeja.
Returning from Abuja where he had attended the inauguration of the Presidential Campaign Council, Governor Ambode was shocked at the manner some motorists drove ‘one way’ to beat the traffic along the Air-force Base inward International Airport Road, Ikeja.
He was particularly angry that one of the offenders, an army personnel, who drove a space bus with registration number JJJ 290 AC, would choose to blatantly contravene the law.
The Governor, on sighting the vehicle, alighted from his car and reprimanded the officer for showing a bad example contrary to what the Nigeria Army is known for.
Another offender, who drove a saloon car with registration number LSR 445 ER, also got some schooling from the Governor for breaking the law regardless of the dangers involved in driving against traffic.
Governor Ambode immediately ordered for the vehicles to be impounded, while also directing that the offenders be prosecuted in line with the provisions of the Traffic Laws.
MC Oluomo stabbed, rushed to the hospital as APC flags off campaign in Lagos
AgegePulse Magazine
There were gunshots and pandemonium on Tuesday as the All Progressives Congress, APC, flagged of campaign in Lagos for its governorship candidate, Babajide Sanwo-Olu and other party flag-bearers in the state.
Popular area father, MC Oluomo was said to have been stabbed in the skirmish that occurred at the campaign ground.
The campaign was held at the Sky Power Ground, Oba Akinjobi Road, Ikeja, Lagos, Southwest Nigeria.
Everything was going on well when a gunshot was heard at the podium where Alhaji Wasiu Ayinde Anifowoshe, popularly known as ‘K1 De Ultimate’ was performing and thrilling the audience.
Sources said there was a skirmish between supporters of MC Oluomo and other transport unions, as series of gunshots rent the air, causing pandemonium at the Sky Power Ground.
It was gathered that Governor Akinwunmi Ambode was addressing the crowd when the first gunshot was heard, sending panic among the crowd.
Ambode was said to have told the crowd that the police were in control of the situation, but things got worse as series of gunshots were heard.
The campaign was cut shot, as Sanwo-Olu could not address the crowd as he had wanted to. He only rushed the vote of thanks and dispersed the meeting.
Police officers were said to have engaged the hoodlums in gun battle as people ran helter and skelter to for their lives.
In the milieu that occurred, several people were stabbed and injured.
Pressmen covering the event were seen fleeing the scene to avoid being caught in the bloody clash.
Officers of the Lagos State Ambulance Services, LASAMBUS, were said to have conveyed about eight stabbed people to the hospital.
MC Oluomo was said to have been stabbed and rushed to the hospital.
Lagos Reporter
Monday, 7 January 2019
Why Buhari asks Tinubu to take charge of APC Presidential Campaign.
Agege Pulse Magazine
President Muhammadu Buhari on Monday inaugurated the All Progressives Congress (APC) Campaign Council and asked Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the co-chairman of the council to fully take charge of the campaign.
Speaking at the inauguration of the Council at the International Conference Centre, Abuja, the president, who is the Chairman of the Council, said the leadership that formulated the campaign policy would supervise its execution.
According to him, the Director-General of the council will have overall responsibility for all aspects of the campaign, including field operations while the Secretary will be responsible for all administrative and treasury-related activities of the council
He said: “Even though we have only 40 days, this campaign is going to tax us all, because we intend to touch all corners of our great and vast country.
“But I must also add that, though we will all be deeply involved, I would like to assure the nation that I will do my part without making governance or my work suffer.
“Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, my co-chairman, will be fully in charge, and is going to be on 24-hour vigil.”
The president implored the leadership of the party to resist being provoked, remain focused and civil in their campaigns.
“Let us engage our citizens on issues and ask for reflection on the comparative difference between 2015 and 2019 on security, economy and corruption and abuse by those entrusted with leadership in Nigeria.
“As we embark on the campaign to secure mandate for the next level, I want to acknowledge the sacrifices and contributions of all stakeholders who have endeavored to keep our party united, and our governance successful,” he added.
While appealing to all members to be guided by the enduring vision behind the formation and sustenance of the party, the president urged them to always “keep their eyes on the ball, which is the success of our party at the polls”.
“I wish to appeal to all members to be guided by the enduring vision behind the formation and sustenance of our party, which is anchored, on sacrifice and imperative to salvage and stabilize our great and promising nation.
“I appeal to all our members, and especially those who are in the campaign council, to unite and cooperate and ensure a smooth operation.
“Needless to add, Directorates could co-opt on full or part-time basic persons who could add value to our campaign and help us to attain success,” he said.
Earlier in his remarks, the Director-General of the Council, Mr Rotimi Ameachi narrated the tremendous achievements of the Buhari administration in the past three and half years.
Ameachi, who is the Minister of Transportation, assured that members of the council would do all they could legally to ensure electoral victory for the APC in the forthcoming general elections.
WHY LAGOS IS EXPERIENCING GLOBAL RECOGNITION - AMBODE
...Renews Calls For Nigerians To Pray For Peaceful Elections
...As Osinbajo, Lagos Gov, Sanwo-Olu, Others Attend 2019 Thanksgiving Service
AgegePulse Magazine
Lagos State Governor, Mr Akinwunmi Ambode on Sunday attributed the global recognition of the State as a major capital to God's grace, guidance and divine favour, saying the State should be thankful for the numerous achievements and growth so far recorded.
Speaking at the annual special thanksgiving service of the State Government for the new year held at Lagos House in Alausa, Ikeja, the Governor said it was evidently clear that God had been faithful to the State in making the modest successes recorded possible.
"God has been very faithful to us in Lagos and that is why we dedicate every first Sunday of the year to give Him thanks and praise. The modest achievements and progress our State has recorded would not have been possible without His grace, guidance and divine favour.
"The occasion of this Annual Thanksgiving Service is very symbolic to us in Lagos as it not only serves as a yearly tradition but it provides us a platform to come together as a people and as a State to give praise to the Almighty.
"When we count the numerous blessings and favours our State has enjoyed, protection from natural disasters, security of lives and property of Lagosians, the continuous growth and development of our State and the global recognition of Lagos as a major capital in the world, we would see that truly, our God has been faithful and benevolent to us beyond our expectations," Governor Ambode said.
Describing the theme of the service - “Enter His Gates with Thanksgiving," taken from Psalms 100:4, as apt, the Governor said it was for people to appreciate God for His blessings, hence the need for the service.
According to him, "The place of thanksgiving is paramount, as it is through thanksgiving that the presence of God is brought down. Through this yearly tradition of the State Thanksgiving Service, we have had the priviledge of coming together to appreciate God and also commit the activities of the New Year unto His hands and in return, He has bestowed upon us peace and divine intervention especially at difficult times."
Besides, Governor Ambode said as the nation prepares for crucial elections in 2019, it was important for Nigerians to to pray for peaceful elections to facilitate continuity of development and good governance.
"As we raise our voices in songs of praise, adoration and supplications, I urge us all to pray for our State and our Country especially in this special and crucial year of general elections. Let us seek the face of God to grant us peaceful elections devoid of violence, so that Lagos, and indeed Nigeria, will continue to excel and experience continuity of development and good governance," he said.
The Governor also used the service to appreciate and all Clergymen in the State for always keeping faith with the annual thanksgiving service and for their ceaseless prayers and wise counsels for the continued progress of the State.
In his sermon, General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye emphasised the need for people to continually appreciate God, saying doing such always help to complete prayers.
Citing Acts 16: 25-26, Adeboye who was represented by his Special Assistant, Pastor Idowu Iluyomade said thanksgiving also has the ability to move God to action, urging the people to imbibe the act of giving thanks in all situations.
Aside songs ministrations from various choirs, prayers were also offered for the first family, the Executive, Judiciary, Legislature, Civil Service, Local Governments and security operatives, and also for the success of the forthcoming general elections.
Among dignitaries who attended the service include Vice President, Professor Yemi Osinbajo and his wife, Dolapo; former Lagos State Governors - Brigd Gen. Mobolaji Johnson Rtd, Alhaji Lateef Jakande, Rr. Admiral Ndubuisi Kanu Rtd; Governorship Candidate of All Progressives Congress (APC) in the State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu and leading Christian clerics in the State.
Sunday, 30 December 2018
Small Doctor Gifts Himself An Expensive Porsche
Small Doctor has just bought a new Porsche Cayenne for himself.
He shared a photo of himself posing with the new gift on his social media handle and some of his fans are already pouring out congratulatory messages to him.
By Plato
Thursday, 27 December 2018
How fruits ripened with carbide kill Nigerians
AgegePulse Magazine
For the family of the late Emmanuel Okwuke, banana and plantain have become forbidden fruits. No member of the family dares bring them home. This was after Emmanuel’s life was cut short after he consumed a bunch of his favourite fruit, banana, which he bought on the way home.
The former Information and Communications Technology Editor of Daily Independent Newspapers first battled a damaged liver before giving up the ghost on December 24, 2016.
Two years after the incident, his widow, Juli, said their life had been changed forever by the incident.
Recalling how it all started, she said, “In March 2016, he went for an event on Victoria Island and on his way back, he bought the banana at the Ketu market. My husband did not like late hour food and he always told me not to prepare food for him when it was late. So, even the food they gave him at the event, he did not taste it. He brought everything home.
“He started eating the banana inside the BRT bus en route to the house. On getting home around 12am, I was inside the room when my mother, who had come to stay with us, woke me up to say my husband had been going to the bathroom since he returned from work.
“I rushed there and he told me since he ate the banana he bought at the market, his stomach had been troubling him. He said he was in the office all day without feeling anything, until he took the fruit. He was also vomiting blood.”
She said he was admitted to a general hospital for four days and later transferred to the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital, Ikeja, for tests.
The widow said it was there the fruit he took last was examined and it was discovered calcium carbide was used in the ripening.
She noted that after some treatment, her husband was fine until he relapsed in July of the same year and was in and out of hospitals until he died on the eve of Christmas.
Punch Newspaper
Wednesday, 26 December 2018
Exclusive: Sola Osolana Lures Investors To Agege
…Launches Class Suites Villa
AgegePulse Magazine
Residents of Agege LGA and its environs, especially the youths will have a new hub for gainful employment in few weeks time when the investors introduced by the Supervisor for Works, Agege LGA, Hon. Sola Osolana to the community unveil a newly built hotel in Agege, AgegePulse gathered.
Agegepulse reliably gathered that Osolana, a young entrepreneur played huge role to lure his business associates called Class Hospitality Limited to Agege.
When asked of the news making the round on the new hotel, the soft-spoken politician told Agegepulse that “‘Class Suites Villa’ would be opening soon.”
Osolana said the hotel will give fun lovers within Agege and environs a new feel of modern hospitality service delivery that has never been witnessed before in these areas.
Class Suites Villa is constructed with modern architectural designs and state-of-the-art facilities. It has features such all-en-suite exotic rooms, fully air-conditioned, CCTV cameras for security detailing, 24hr Wi-Fi, ample car park space, standby generator, and a massive beauty to behold structure.
When finally launched, the Image Drycleaners CEO told Agegepulse that it would serve as another source of employment opportunity for Agege residents and source of generating IGR for the council.
Monday, 24 December 2018
Why Osinbajo Visited Seriki Hausa of Agege
AgegePulse Magazine
The Vice President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, on Sunday took his door-to-door campaign to the Hausa commuity leader of Agege, Alhaji Musa Dogon kadai.
The leader, who doubles as the Chairman of the Chieftaincy Council of Arewa in Lagos State, alongside members of his council, received the vice president amidst fanfare in his palace in Agege.
A meeting, which was held in closed-door between the vice president and the leader with his council, lasted for about 45 minutes.
Addressing newsmen, the Treasurer of Arewa Community in Agege, Alhaji Abdulkareem Abubakar, said the members felt happy that the vice president decided to pay the leader of Arewa Community a visit.
He said they would vote massively for All Progressives Congress (APC) in 2019 elections because they wanted continuity of good governance in Lagos State and Nigeria at large.
“We are enjoying this government. We don’t want money; what we want is peace, which we are enjoying from this government. We are enjoying peace in Agege and Lagos State and we want it to continue.
“Because we want continuity of good thing and peace, we are going to vote for APC candidates in 2019 elections. We are going to vote for Buhari, Osinbajo, Sanwo-Olu, Obasa, Ogundimu and other APC candidates.”
Pulseng
@AgegePulse
The Vice President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, on Sunday took his door-to-door campaign to the Hausa commuity leader of Agege, Alhaji Musa Dogon kadai.
The leader, who doubles as the Chairman of the Chieftaincy Council of Arewa in Lagos State, alongside members of his council, received the vice president amidst fanfare in his palace in Agege.
A meeting, which was held in closed-door between the vice president and the leader with his council, lasted for about 45 minutes.
Addressing newsmen, the Treasurer of Arewa Community in Agege, Alhaji Abdulkareem Abubakar, said the members felt happy that the vice president decided to pay the leader of Arewa Community a visit.
He said they would vote massively for All Progressives Congress (APC) in 2019 elections because they wanted continuity of good governance in Lagos State and Nigeria at large.
“We are enjoying this government. We don’t want money; what we want is peace, which we are enjoying from this government. We are enjoying peace in Agege and Lagos State and we want it to continue.
“Because we want continuity of good thing and peace, we are going to vote for APC candidates in 2019 elections. We are going to vote for Buhari, Osinbajo, Sanwo-Olu, Obasa, Ogundimu and other APC candidates.”
Pulseng
@AgegePulse
Sunday, 23 December 2018
YULETIDE: LAGOS ASSURES RESIDENTS OF AVAILABILITY OF LAKE RICE
AgegePulse Magazine
The Lagos State Government has assured residents of the availability of LAKE Rice in all approved designated sales centres, outlets and shops across the State from Saturday 22nd December, 2018.
The Commissioner for Agriculture, Mr. Oluwatoyin Suarau who stated this in his office over the weekend urged residents to visit any of the approved sales centres, outlets and shops to buy the product stressing that there is enough supply of LAKE Rice to meet growing demands of residents especially during the yuletide.
According to him, residents can get the product from Agricultural Development Authority (ADA) Oko Oba, Agege; Lagos Television (LTV) Complex, Agidingbi-Ikeja and other designated centers and accredited distributors across the State.
“The ultimate goal of the State government on production and marketing of LAKE Rice is to stop importation of rice and ensure that only locally produced rice is consumed by residents”, Suarau said.
The Commissioner noted that the need to ensure that Lake Rice circulate into the nooks and crannies of the state is key in the State government’s drive to attain food sufficiency and food security.
He assured that the State government will ensure the continuous availability of LAKE Rice in already approved designated sales centres, major markets, shopping malls and supermarkets that are in partnership with the Lagos State government and work assiduously to ensure adequate supply all over the state.
The Commissioner while noting that Lake Rice is of good quality explained that the products always go through different quality analysis assessment before being released to the market for consumption.
“Our LAKE Rice is of good quality. The major difference between LAKE Rice and imported rice is that the imported has a minimum storage of five to six years storage life span, but LAKE Rice is fresh and wholesome”, He said.
Suarau stressed further that the price of the rice has not changed from N12,000, N6,000 and N2,500 for 50kg, 25kg and 10kg respectively adding that the government will continue to maintain the price of the product so as to make it affordable to residents.
The Lagos State Government has assured residents of the availability of LAKE Rice in all approved designated sales centres, outlets and shops across the State from Saturday 22nd December, 2018.
The Commissioner for Agriculture, Mr. Oluwatoyin Suarau who stated this in his office over the weekend urged residents to visit any of the approved sales centres, outlets and shops to buy the product stressing that there is enough supply of LAKE Rice to meet growing demands of residents especially during the yuletide.
According to him, residents can get the product from Agricultural Development Authority (ADA) Oko Oba, Agege; Lagos Television (LTV) Complex, Agidingbi-Ikeja and other designated centers and accredited distributors across the State.
“The ultimate goal of the State government on production and marketing of LAKE Rice is to stop importation of rice and ensure that only locally produced rice is consumed by residents”, Suarau said.
The Commissioner noted that the need to ensure that Lake Rice circulate into the nooks and crannies of the state is key in the State government’s drive to attain food sufficiency and food security.
He assured that the State government will ensure the continuous availability of LAKE Rice in already approved designated sales centres, major markets, shopping malls and supermarkets that are in partnership with the Lagos State government and work assiduously to ensure adequate supply all over the state.
The Commissioner while noting that Lake Rice is of good quality explained that the products always go through different quality analysis assessment before being released to the market for consumption.
“Our LAKE Rice is of good quality. The major difference between LAKE Rice and imported rice is that the imported has a minimum storage of five to six years storage life span, but LAKE Rice is fresh and wholesome”, He said.
Suarau stressed further that the price of the rice has not changed from N12,000, N6,000 and N2,500 for 50kg, 25kg and 10kg respectively adding that the government will continue to maintain the price of the product so as to make it affordable to residents.
Forbes rates Nigeria as 2018 best economy in Africa
AgegePulse Magazine
A major research firm, Forbes Africa has rated Nigeria as the 2018 best economy in Africa.
It published its findings on the ten biggest economies of Africa with Nigeria topping the list.
According to Forbes, Nigeria came on top with $172 billion which was followed by South Africa with $166.735 billion.
Also on the list was Egypt as third with $78 billion, Algeria with $66, Lybia :$65, Botswana: $22.675, Ghana :$20.458 Morroco :$18, Ivory Coast :$11 and Madagascar with $6.766 billion.
Peace PIAK
BREAKING: Pandemonium in Delta as alleged Yahoo boy-charmed girl ‘vomits N500 note
AgegePulse Magazine
A lady, simply identified as Taiye, has vomited clean notes of N500 denomination in Warri, Delta State.
The bizarre incident occurred at the wee hours of Sunday at one-storey building beside JJC Junction along Effurun – Sapele road, Uvwie Local Government Area.
A huge crowd gathered at the scene of the incident when TribuneOnline got there at about 7:40 a.m. a they watched in awe the alleged Yahoo boy-charmed lady in strange public displayed.
Tribune
Friday, 21 December 2018
2019 UTME: JAMB To Commence Sales Of Form January 10
AgegePulse Magazine
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has set January 10 date for the commencement of the sales of the 2019 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) form.
The sales of form, according to the examination body, will take place within six weeks while the examination will hold in March after the general elections.
Speaking at a stakeholders’ forum yesterday at the University of Lagos (UNILAG), Akoka, the JAMB Registrar, Prof. Isiaq Oloyede, thanked the leadership of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for releasing its timetable on time, saying doing so has helped the examination body to plan the conduct of its examination in the new year.
Oloyede, who read out the new rules guiding the 2019 examinations to the owners and operators of the Computer-Based Test Centres (CBT), confirmed that a total of 718 CBT centres have been registered to take part in the examination.
The forum, which had in attendance the Chairman of the Governing Board of the examination body, Dr. Emmanuel Ndukwe; Vice-Chancellor of Lagos State University (LASU), Ojo, Prof. Olanrewaju Fagbohun; Head of Nigeria Office of the West African Examinations Council (WAEC), Mr. Isaac Adenipekun, among others, critically appraised the new rules guiding the conduct of the examination in 2019.
According to the Registrar, some of the new guidelines, especially in connection with the CBT operators include the abolition of the scanning of passport photographs of candidates and real-time picture capture in its place; biometric capturing of 10 fingers, entries review and correctness confirmation, printing of registration slip only by using biometric authentication to confirm valid finger-print, and collection of reading text and compact disc (CD).
Oloyede said; “We have reviewed all our activities in the past years and we must commend some of our partners who made us proud. There were the bad eggs and a total of 50 of these bad eggs among the CBT centres were sanctioned in 2018 with many of them currently facing prosecution.
ChannelsTv
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has set January 10 date for the commencement of the sales of the 2019 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) form.
The sales of form, according to the examination body, will take place within six weeks while the examination will hold in March after the general elections.
Speaking at a stakeholders’ forum yesterday at the University of Lagos (UNILAG), Akoka, the JAMB Registrar, Prof. Isiaq Oloyede, thanked the leadership of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for releasing its timetable on time, saying doing so has helped the examination body to plan the conduct of its examination in the new year.
Oloyede, who read out the new rules guiding the 2019 examinations to the owners and operators of the Computer-Based Test Centres (CBT), confirmed that a total of 718 CBT centres have been registered to take part in the examination.
The forum, which had in attendance the Chairman of the Governing Board of the examination body, Dr. Emmanuel Ndukwe; Vice-Chancellor of Lagos State University (LASU), Ojo, Prof. Olanrewaju Fagbohun; Head of Nigeria Office of the West African Examinations Council (WAEC), Mr. Isaac Adenipekun, among others, critically appraised the new rules guiding the conduct of the examination in 2019.
According to the Registrar, some of the new guidelines, especially in connection with the CBT operators include the abolition of the scanning of passport photographs of candidates and real-time picture capture in its place; biometric capturing of 10 fingers, entries review and correctness confirmation, printing of registration slip only by using biometric authentication to confirm valid finger-print, and collection of reading text and compact disc (CD).
Oloyede said; “We have reviewed all our activities in the past years and we must commend some of our partners who made us proud. There were the bad eggs and a total of 50 of these bad eggs among the CBT centres were sanctioned in 2018 with many of them currently facing prosecution.
ChannelsTv
Agege to establish Bread Institute By 2019
AgegePulse Magazine
Agege Local Government Area of Lagos State said it would establish an institute devoted to bread making and research on the staple food.
This was stated by the Executive Chairman of the local government, Alhaji Ganiyu Kola Egunjobi, at the grand finale of Agege Bread Day, an initiative of the Association of Master Bakers and Caterers of Nigeria (Agege Chapter).
The three-day event included a rally during which the organisers distributed breads to residents of the area.
At the closing ceremony on Thursday held at Maternity Hall in Area A & B office of the council, the LG boss, who was represented at the event by the leader of the legislative arm of the Council, Hon. Kola Anigbajumo, lauded the bakers and caterers’ association for coming up with the event.
Egunjobi noted that Agege is known for breads in any part of the world where Nigerians are, saying, “Agege is reputable when it comes to bread making in any part of the world where you have people of Nigerian extraction. In fact all breads without labels on it are called Bread Agege.
“I commend you for this initiative, the celebration of bread, which our community is known for. It is my prayer that this festival is sustained and becomes an event that attracts tourists to Agege in the nearest future.”
He added that the council planned to establish an institute for bread baking next year.
His word, “Our local government come next year will establish Agege Bread Institute where people will be trained to become bakers. Breads made in the institute will carry the label, Bread Agege, and will be sold to the public.”
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