Babatunde Gbadamosi: Four major solutions the Governorship aspirant has for Lagos' problems

We are still yet to get over the candidate of the Action Democratic Party (ADP) Babatunde Gbadamosi’s profound speech at Saturday’s Lagos gubernatorial debate.

The debate was organized by The Platform, a civic discussion initiative of the Covenant Christian Centre and was moderated by British-Nigerian Christian broadcaster, Victor Oladokun.

In attendance: Mr Babatunde Gbadamosi who defected to ADP from PDP, the candidate of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the PDP candidate, Jimi Agbaje, and the candidate of the Alliance for Democracy (AD), Owolabi Salis.

Here are four major things he said:

1. He lamented that civil servants in the state are poorly paid and promised to review their salaries if elected.
“The first thing I am going to be looking at very quickly is public sector pay. What we pay as civil servants and what we demand from them – there is a massive gulf between the two.

“Our civil servants are very disgracefully paid, and we want them to deliver the 21st Century service to us in Lagos State. That is not going to happen at the sort of pay levels we are offering them right now. So, we are going to upgrade civil service pay very quickly.”

2. Second on Gbadamosi’s agenda is the traffic situation which has been a source of concern for Lagosians over the years.

“We are going to be looking at traffic – simultaneously, at the same time (with public sector pay). We are going to be looking at the traffic situation because we are spending too many man hours in traffic,” he said.

In his estimation, every Lagosian spends an average of six hours every day going to work and back.

“That has got to stop,” he said, adding, “We are going to introduce high volume, high-speed passenger ferries across Lagos.”

When asked about the inability of successive governments to solve the gridlock, especially in the Apapa axis of the state.
He said, “There are a number of ways to tackle this problem. The most obvious one is rail. Secondly, barges to lift containers from the actual wharfs and take them to lighter terminals all around Lagos, and, thirdly, devolution of powers. It’s time we started this discussion about devolution of power.”
According to Gbadamosi, the ports, being in Lagos and the level of revenue being lost as a result of the gridlock is unconscionable.

“I’m not having it,” he said. “So, the first thing we are going to do is to copy the Ethiopians and build a heavy rail line, the length of Lagos State – all the way from Badagry to Ode Omi with branches going up to every exit point by road of Lagos.

“The point with this is that all of these exit points must have container terminals where the trains will pass through Apapa and Ibafo will deposit their goods so that people coming from out of state, which is quite common, will not clog up the roads with their trailers.”

Beyond this, Gbadamosi said Apapa, which is worst hit by traffic in the state is one of eight local governments that are captured under his Lagos Integrated Regeneration Plan.

“We are going to be pouring the money that AlphaBeta is currently taking to make sure that we regenerate that,” he said.

The ADP candidate had earlier identified traffic as a priority for him should he get into office and he intends to immediately tackle it simultaneously with the pay of public servants – his top priority.

“We are going to be looking at traffic – simultaneously, at the same time (with public sector pay). We are going to be looking at the traffic situation because we are spending too many man hours in traffic,” he said.
In his estimation, every Lagosian spends an average of six hours every day going to work and back.

Part of his plans to tackle the issue is water transport.
“We are going to introduce high volume, high-speed passenger ferries across Lagos,” he said.
3. Beyond the two issues, Gbadamosi explained that power was critical to everything.

“Thirdly, we’ll be looking at power because without power, we can do nothing. When God wanted to create the earth, he started with light. He said, ‘Let there be light’ and light was and then everything else came after,” the ADP candidate said.

To fix the problem, he promised that if elected, his administration would “put light in a minimum eight local governments within 18 months as part of our Lagos Integrated Regeneration Plan, an emergency plan that we will put together”.

4. On housing plans, he said “As of today in major cities across the country especially Abuja and Lagos , cost of housing and rents remains very high which has left most families feeding from hand to mouth after paying very high amounts for rent.

“We had massive housing projects in the past. The late President Shehu Shagari estates, former Lagos State governor Lateef Jakande estates have remained referral points in Nigeria in terms of housing.

“These feats are not unachievable if governments make housing a priority and target the downtrodden in Nigeria.

“Building estates that are not affordable for average workers in Nigeria only puts the rich in control of housing and making provision of shelter which is one of the major functions of a government, to be inaccessible to majority of Nigerians,” the ADP candidate said.

He said that rather than political sentiments, Nigerians should begin to align with candidates that could provide their basic needs which included housing. “Twenty five years ago, Alhaji Lateef Jakande built 20,000 affordable housing units in four years and three months in this same Lagos State. There has been massive improvement in construction technology over the years.

 “Taking advantage of this, no government can justify its inability to provide massive housing projects for its people.

“Only when the people use their initiative to decide on what they truly need and focus on enforcing them will Nigeria and its states begin to grow in line with the people’s desires. He said that the ADP has housing as one its cardinal policies and that if elected in Lagos State, his administration would provide 10, 000 housing units annually and at least 40, 000 houses for residents within four years

Lagos Reporter

Bad Road: Obaremo Road to be maintain by the State Govt- Egunjobi

AgegePulse Magazine

The Executive Chairman of Agege LGA. Alhaji Ganiyu Egunjobi has cleared the air on the bad state of Obaremo road in front of the Council Secretariat heading towards Pen cinema, Agege

Egunjobi disclosed this in a brief interview with AgegePulse and other newsmen during yesterday's APC Mega rally, he said that the  road is a State road and ought to be repaired and maintained by the Lagos State Government and the Contractor working on Agege Pen cinema Flyover Bridge as one of the alternative routes.

The council boss said that several letters had been written to the State government on this development waiting for response.

 As a responsible and responsive government "we will see what we can do in our own little way as a palliative measures while waiting for State government response, Egunjobi asserted.

MC Oluomo Is Back To Oshodi – Koko Zaria

National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) chairman, MC Oluomo is well and has returned to his base in Oshodi days after being stabbed at an APC governorship rally in Lagos that claimed three lives.

Oluomo was stabbed on the stomach and neck and was immediately rushed to Eko hospital, but a close ally, Koko Zaria has now reported that he is fine.

Koko Zaria who took to Instagram to share an update on Oluomo’s health wrote,

“I thank God for all what he has done in our life and Oshodi. Good morning all my fans out there here and abroad God will continue to love you all and for enemies, I just wanna tell you that my boss is back to oshodi nothing happened to him he they kampe for the bad rumours over my boss it a lie all your rumours are fake olorun ju eda lo nothing do our boss MC Oluomo oshodi will be state chairman soon daz his post he is there already nothing can stop him.Still me koko zaria American boy money stop nonsense, Haters nd beefers go and die”. 

Church Usher Rapes 5-Year-Old Girl In Lagos During Service

AgegePulse Magazine

The police at MAN Centre Division led by CSP Tanaruno Folashade have arrested a church worker of The Redeemed Christian Church of God (Redemption Pavilion), one Saviour Udoh, for engaging a 5-year old daughter of one of their members in a sex romp during service in Lagos.

P.M.EXPRESS reports that the incident happened at a parish of the Redeemed Christian Church located at 19, Oshifila Street, Anifowoshe in Ikeja, Lagos where the mother of the victim took her for prayer and protection.

It was gathered that the mother of the victim took her to the church and went to work with the intention that she will be safe there before she will take her back home. However, when the mother came to pick the victim, she met Udoh with the victim where they were sleeping and covered themselves with clothes which they used during the romp.

When the mother took the 5-year old victim home, she was busy putting her hand inside her private part because of the sperm drifting from it. The mother then suspected her action and checked her private part only to discover that she had been defiled. She asked her who did it and the victim mentioned Udoh.

The matter was reported to the MAN Centre Police Station and Udoh was arrested. The matter was later transferred to the Gender Section of the State Command for further investigations.

Police source said that Udoh admitted but claimed that it was the devil that pushed him to do so inside the church. The police found him culpable and charged him before Ogba Magistrates Court for defilement.

The court did not take his plea and did not grant him bail. The prosecutor, Supol E Ayorinde, informed the court that it was a case of defilement which was a capital offence and needed DPP advice.

Thus, the Presiding Magistrate, Mrs. B.O .Osunsanmi, ordered him to be remanded in prison without an option of bail.

The court also directed the prosecutor to duplicate the file and send to DPP for advice.

The matter was adjourned till 6th February, 2019, when the court expected the DPP report to be available.

However, the matter may be transferred to the High Court if the DPP finds him culpable for the alleged offence. He may spend many years in prison if he is tried and found guilty by the court because of the nature of the offence.

BREAKING: 94 Lawyers Arrive CCT Session To Defend CJN Onnoghen.

AgegePulse Magazine

Team of 94 lawyers led by Chief Wole Olanipekun (SAN) has arrived the Code Conduct Tribunal (CCT) in Abuja to defend the Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Walter Onnoghen.

The defence team includes 47 Senior Advocates with 47 other lawyers.

The CJN is scheduled for arraignment before the tribunal today, although he has not been seen on the tribunal’s premises. The proceedings is scheduled to start by 10:00 a.m.

Some Senior Advocates of Nigeria in his defence team who were already seated awaiting the commencement of the proceedings include, Former Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Kanu Agabi, Wole Olanipekun, Chief Chris Uche, Chief Adegboyega Awomolo among others.

On the side of the prosecution, there are five lawyers led by Aliyu Umar SAN.

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PROFILE OF KAYODE EGBETOKUN, THE NEWLY APPOINTED ACTING COMMISSIONER OF POLICE IN CHARGE OF LAGOS STATE COMMAND

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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.

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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

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.

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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.


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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.

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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.

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.

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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

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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.

Ambode apprehends ‘one way’ offenders

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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

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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.

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Why Buhari asks Tinubu to take charge of APC Presidential Campaign.

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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


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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.