Adejare, Ogundimu, Agege APC Leaders Take Membership Registration/Revalidation To Residents; Eulogize Tinubu

Member of the House of Representatives representing Agege Federal Constituency, Honourable Samuel Babatunde Adejare; member representing Agege State Constituency 2 in the state House of Assembly, Honourable Oluyinka Ogundimu and other leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Agege on Monday, 1 February, 2021, held a public sensitization programme to sensitize the constituents on the need for everyone to register and revalidate their APC) memberships.

The lawmakers joined other political leaders and traditional rulers in Agege in the widely attended programme which was used as an avenue to educate the constituents about their political rights and civic responsibilities, while also canvassing constituents for the APC membership registration commencing on Tuesday, 9th of February 2021.

In his remarks, Hon. Adejare expressed his delight at the fact that the sensitization programme is not a caucus meeting, stating that unity and togetherness is vital for the progress of the constituency and the party alike.

He also took the opportunity to declare himself a huge fan and protege of the APC National Leader, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

He said, “I want you all to know that I am more of a Tinubu person than an APC person. He is the Jagaban of Nigeria and I strongly believe in his dreams and ambition. I will continue to advocate towards the BAT 2023 project.

“However, what is important right now is that you take advantage of this period to update your membership status with our great party, APC”.

Also addressing the crowd, member of the Lagos State House of Assembly representing Agege Constituency II, Hon. Oluyinka Ogundimu, urged all APC faithfuls and loyalists to take the registration serious, stating that it is part of their civic responsibilities.

“I want to urge everyone to take this membership registration serious. APC is our party and we must all place our stake on it. This is an opportunity for us to put our destinies in our hands and present ourselves the opportunity of placing the right people at the helm of our affairs,” Hon. Ogundinmu said.

L-R: Ogundimu, Adejare

Ogundimu also took the opportunity to declare his 100% support to APC National Leader, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

“Asiwaju is our leader, our father and our political light. We are loyal to him, committed to his cause and we will remain so,” Ogundimu said.

Also in attendance at the programme were important religious leaders and as well as community heads and monarchs.

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APC Membership Registration: Egunjobi Charges Youths To Participate In Politics To Change Narrative | AgegePulse Magazine

 

...Urges Lagosians To Embrace APC   

  Ahead of the upcoming membership registration and revalidation exercises of the All Progressives Congress, Agege Local Government Executive Chairman, Comrade Ganiyu Kola Egunjobi, has urged Lagosians to avail themselves of the activity to join the ruling APC. 

Egunjobi Ganiyu Kola 

Egunjobi in a phone chat with Worldtopnewsng.com on Tuesday, enjoined members to revalidate their membership and new members to join the party.  The former party scribe in Agege also educated Nigerians on the need to comply with non-pharmaceutical COVID-19 protocols.

 “Our party is progressive, and everybody wants to join the progressive. I urge our members to go out en mass when the exercise starts to revalidate their membership, and for those that have not joined our great party, this is the right time to do so, the door is open to everyone,” Egunjobi asserted. 

“When the exercise begins, I urge Lagosians and Nigerians at large to use face masks, maintain physical distancing and follow other government guidelines on COVID-19.” 

Egunjobi also persuaded the youth not to sit on the fence when it comes to nation-building.  “This is the ideal opportunity for us (youth) to change the narrative, participate in governance, when we do that, we can then chart a way forward for the country.”

Lagos Lawmakers, Adejare, Ogundimu Reiterate Commitment To 2023 BAT Project | AgegePulse Magazine

...Sensitised Members On Importance of Registration / Revalidation

APC leaders in Agege, Hon. (Dr) Samuel Babatunde Adejare, Hon. Oluyinka Ogundinmu and other political leaders in Agege Federal Constituency, yesterday have reiterated their commitment to making the Bola Ahmed Tinubu's 2023 project a reality.

The lawmakers disclosed this at the sensitization programme held in Agege to sensitize the constituents on the need for everyone to register and revalidate their All Progressives Party (APC) memberships.

The lawmakers in a msaavie move joined other political leaders and traditional rulers in Agege in the widely attended programme which was used as an avenue to educate the constituents about their political rights and civic responsibilities, while also canvassing constituents for the APC membership registration commencing on Tuesday, 9th of February 2021.

In a separate remarks, Member of the House of Representatives representing Agege Federal Constituency, Hon. (Dr) Samuel Babatunde Adejare expressed his delight at the fact that the sensitization programme is not a caucus meeting, stating that unity and togetherness is vital for the progress of the constituency and the party alike. He also took the opportunity to declared himself a huge fan and protege of the APC National Leader, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu popularly known as Jagaban Borgu. He said, _“I want you all to know that I am more of a Tinubu person than an APC person. He is the Jagaban of Nigeria and I strongly believe in his dreams, ideology and ambition. I will continue to advocate towards the BAT 2023 project". "A victory for BAT is a victory for all". _“However, what is important right now is that you take advantage of this period to update your membership status with our great party, APC”_, Adejare added. Also addressing what people described as mammoth crowd, member of the Lagos State House of Assembly representing Agege Constituency II, Hon. Oluyinka Ogundimu, urged all APC faithfuls and loyalists to take the registration serious, stating that it is part of their civic responsibilities and an opportunity to electronic their desired representatives into an elected offices. _“I want to urge everyone to take this membership registration serious. APC is our party and we must all place our stake on it. This is an opportunity for us to put our destinies in our hands and present ourselves the opportunity of placing the right people at the helm of our affairs_”. Hon. Ogundinmu asserted.. Ogundimu who is fondly called 'Striker', also took the opportunity to declare his 100% support to our APC National Leader, the Asiwaju of the Universe, Bola Ahmed Tinubu. In attendance were top movers and shakers in the political space, important religious leaders and as well as communities heads and monarchs among others.

Education: Oke-Odo Senior High School Agege Wins Y2020 Essay Writing Competition | AgegePulse Magazine

Winners have emerged at the grand finale of the Y2020 Essay competition amongst students of Primary, Junior and Senior Secondary Schools in Lagos State. 

Adekola Samuel of Oke-Odo Snr High School, Agege, Ademisoye Anuoluwapo of Egbe Junior Grammar School, Alimosho and Omodesire Liadi of Saint Agnes Primary School, Kosofe clinched the Star prizes in the Senior,  Junior and Primary categories respectively in an award presentation ceremony held today at the Ministry of Education, Alausa, Ikeja.

Over 700 participants from all schools within the State participated at the Zonal/District Preliminaries, which thereafter presented 140 eligible competitors from the 6 Education Districts and SUBEB for the State finals that produced winners in the three categories.

Addressing the Champions, Honourable Commissioner for Education, Mrs. Folasade Adefisayo expressed excitement, as she commended the competitors for their brilliance and articulate delivery. 

The Commissioner affirmed that the Essay competition, one of the Co-Curricular programmes of the Ministry is aimed at sharpening the research and writing skills of the students and by implication improving their vocabulary, adding that this will enable them to be confident, boost their oratory skills and have in-depth knowledge of their environment.

Adefisayo observed that the writers of the essay scripts displayed “the gift of deep thought and articulate writing skills to convey ideas, communicate philosophy, recall occurrences and peep into the future which are required in literary works”.

She encouraged the students to conduct researches on relevant topics and trending issues through online encyclopedia such as Google, Wikipedia and other search engines, which will aid their learning process and give them a wider scope, making them digital savy in line with the Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu’s Education and Tecnology Agenda. 

The Commissioner concluded by commending the efforts of their teachers, thereby reiterating that the State Government will not relent in its commitment towards providing a habitable and conducive environment for teaching and learning.

Earlier in a welcome address, The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education, Mrs. Abosede Adelaja noted that the essay competition in schools has provided a platform for the students to strive for excellent performance in the art of writing. 

Mrs. Adelaja stressed that the Ministry had to proffer new ways at engaging the Students amidst the Covid-19 period, in a bid to further boost their learning which is very critical to the State Government.

She appreciated all Stakeholders in the Education Sector and Parents for their immense contributions throughout the year as there is more to be done in the coming year towards preparing a greater future for the Children.

Ogueliwu Fortune of Lagos State Model Nur/Pry School, GRA and Muhammed Aisha of Baruwa Nur/Pry School, Mushin emerged the 1st and 2nd runners up in the Primary School Category while Olaniyan Noah of Vetland Junior Grammar School, Agege and Nlebedim Chioma of New-Era Girls Junior Secondary School, Surulere clinched the 1st and 2nd runners up position in the Junior Category

In the Senior Category, Ikeh Chidera of Gbaja Girls Senior High School, Surulere and Suliamon-Oba Maryam of Adebola Baptist Senior School, Surulere took the 1st and 2nd runners up positions respectively. Highpoints of the event were the presentation of Trophies, Plaques and gift items to the winners in the various categories

#Education: 16-Year Old Student Jemimah Emerges Lagos One Day Governor| AgegePulse Magazine

A 16-year old student of Angus Memorial Senior High School, Jemimah Marcus, has emerged as the winner of the Y2020 Lagos State Spelling Bee competition at the grand finale held on Tuesday at Adeyemi-Bero Auditorium, Alausa, Ikeja, after a tense final competition with six other students.

One Day Governor, Jemimah, Marcus, Lagos

The Honourable Commissioner for Education, Mrs. Folasade Adefisayo, who was visibly pleased with the participants and winners, commended the brilliant performance of all participating students and schools.

She added that the high level of performance from the students underscores the fact that the State Government is committed to the delivery of quality education geared towards improving teaching and learning in Lagos public schools.

On her part, the Director-General, Office of Education Quality Assurance, Mrs. Abiola Seriki-Ayeni expressed appreciation to the Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, for keeping faith with the competition.

She stated further that the Office of Education Quality Assurance will continue to drive measures to improve the standards and academic excellence in both private and public schools in line with global best practices.

Mrs. Seriki-Ayeni applauded the parents and teachers for giving the students the opportunity to achieve all-round quality education, imploring the participants to continue to imbibe good morals that will help them achieve higher goals in life. 

The Special Guest of Honour, Mrs. Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, who was represented by Mrs. Funso Raji, disclosed that the competition, which has become a household name in Nigeria, has put Lagos State at the forefront of quality education delivery.

While extolling the efforts of the winners, as well as all participants in the annual completion, the Lagos State First Lady encouraged the students not to rest on their oars but strive to achieve greater heights.

Apart from having the opportunity of being the Lagos One Day Governor, Miss Marcus was presented with a cash gift of N250, 000, while the first runner up, Master Sotin Ajose of Topo Senior Grammar School, Badagry, got the sum of N150, 000 and the second runner up, Miss Rhema Edeh from Denton Junior Grammar School, Ebutta Metta received a cash gift of N100, 000.

PIX (From left): Mr. Adeyemi Adebayo, Director of Private Education & Special Programmes, OEQA; representative of the wife of the Governor, Mrs. Funso Raji; Winner of Spelling BEE Y2020 competition, Miss Jemimah Marcus; the HC Min. of Education, Mrs. Folasade Adefisayo; Director-General, Office of Education Quality Assurance (OEQA), Mrs. Abiola Seriki-Ayeni at the presentation of trophies to the winner of the competition at Adeyemi-Bero Auditorium, Alausa.

NURTW Boss, MC Olu-Omo's Daughter Got A Job Before Graduation In Georgia | AgegePulse Magazine

 

The daughter of Lagos NURTW Boss, Alhaji Musiliu Ayinde Akinsanya, MC Olu-Omo's Nofisat Ayinke Akinsanya graduated from Georgia Southern University with a job at hand before graduation.

MC Daughter

This was revealed in a social media handle of the NURTW boss, congratulating his daughter.

"Congratulations to my darling daughter Nofisat Ayinke Akinsanya, graduating with Honors with her BSN in Nursing from Georgia Southern University. 

"I’m so proud of you. You’ll continue to accomplish many more success.

"Allah has provided my beautiful Daughter with a job before graduation and May Almighty Allah continue to path her way". MC Olu-Omo concluded.

I'M An Influencer of Our Rich Culture, Tradition - Oniru of Iru | AgegePulse Magazine

I'M Influencer of Our Rich Culture, Tradition - Oniru of Iru | AgegePulse Magazine

"Culture and heritage are the foundation of any people; and this is why asides from being a King, I am a strong advocate and influencer of our rich culture and tradition.

"I recognize the fact that I am incapable of achieving the #LeGIT vision alone and this is why I invest not only in the community but in the people.

"Furthermore to achieving this and based on nominations from the concerned areas; yesterday, December 15, 2020, I installed three (3) Baales, Namely: Chief Abdulrafiu Mobolaji Aruna Akinsemoyin over Apapa-Eleko Community, Chief Bashiru Arowolo Afolami over Oroke Community and Chief Sarumi Babatunde Taiwo over Araromi Ancient Town.

"Whilst I congratulate all Baales and pray that their reign is fruitful and prosperous; I also implore them to uphold fairness, equality, justice, peace and development.

"Lastly, I also ask that all residents of these communities accord the Baales respect and route all complaints and concerns through the Baales.

"I thank HRM Oba Babatunde Akanbi Ogunronbi of Shasha Kingdom and (Hon.) Princess Rasheedat Abiosun Adu the chairperson of Iru LCDA; for joining and supporting me in this coronation exercise as your presence added colour to the event".

His Royal Majesty, Oba Abdulwasiu Omogbolahan Lawal, Abisogun II

"Real Estate Sector 'II Boost GDP, Create Jobs" Says Sanwo-Olu's Aide | AgegePulse Magazine

Toke-Benson Awoyinka

As part of the submissions reached at the just concluded First Real Estate Market Place Conference and Exhibitions in Lagos, the Special Adviser to the State Governor on Housing, Mrs. Toke Benson-Awoyinka has revealed that the Housing sector can serve as an important contributor to the nation's GDP, support job creation and provide social benefits to Nigerians as a whole. 

The 2-day event was organised by Lagos State Real Estate Regulatory Authority- LASRERA as a meeting point for Real Estate Practitioners / Property Developers and their potential clients with relevant State  Government  Agencies  in the  Built  Sector to serves as a one-stop-shop for the Real Estate Market. 

The Special Adviser submitted that addressing the housing deficit will have a game - changing impact on our society and communities when compared with other less important sectors that are presently being given greater attention at the detriment of the housing sector. 

While saying that most African countries do not see and treat the housing sector as an engine of economic growth, Benson-Awoyinka identified the Real Estate Market as a sector that has tremendous multiplier effect on the broader economy through two channels: Private investment and housing services.

Benson-Awoyinka stated that the real estate/ housing sector remains a critical component of the economy that represents one of the fundamental needs for livelihood considering its influence on the health, social behavior, efficiency, contentment and overall welfare on the citizenry and society.

 In the same vein, the State Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources, Mr. Olalere Odusote expressed the desire of the State Government to have sustainable, reliable power and greener energy, towards the realization of its vision of a 21st century economy which is one of the priority areas of the present administration in the State.

While quoting the United Nations statistics which revealed that the real estate accounts for about 40 per cent of the world's energy consumption and a third of all carbon emissions, Odusote submitted that there is the need to ensure the availability of clean solutions and innovations to make buildings future-proof, adding that in line with SDG 7, efforts must be increased on energy efficiency. 

He said, “In line with its THEMES agenda to make Lagos State a 21st century economy, Lagos State is desirous of having sustainable, reliable and greener energy across all sectors; the real estate sector particularly provides a unique opportunity to meet this objective. 

“Lagos, reported to have the highest immigration rate in the world, is expected to be the largest city in the world by population in the next 100 years. This population growth will require significant sustainable housing and energy needs and thus makes it imperative to ensure that new buildings are built green to avoid higher carbon emissions for decades that stem from inefficient energy use.”

The Commissioner, who acknowledged the fact that real estate developers and owners have started recognizing the importance of clean energy, maintained that the practitioners must ensure access to secure, affordable and sustainable energy by exploring the option of clean energy and energy efficient solutions available.

As part of the State Government’s efforts to promote greener and environmental sustainability, the Commissioner reported that it has embarked on the conversion of all streetlights in Lagos from hpS to the brighter and significantly more efficient LED lighting, assuring that all 39,000 streetlights in Lagos will be retrofitted over the next 6 months and will lead to a 65% operational cost savings to the state government.  

He stated that the State Government will further expand street lighting to ensure that before the end of this administration, all class A & B roads as well as designated public spaces achieve full lighting coverage, saying that these kinds of clean energy and energy efficient solutions are equally crucial and beneficial to the real estate sector as they guarantee significant energy costs savings for such buildings.

Our Mandate's To Bridge Housing Deficit In Lagos - SA, Toke Benson | AgegePulse Magazine

 

... Start Regeneration of Assets In Mainland, Gov. Sanwo-Olu Charges Real Estate Agents

Lagosians home and abroad soon will no long have a fear in purchasing decent, affordable housing in Lagos.

This development was disclosed by the Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor on Housing, Mrs. Toke Benson Awoyinka as Lagos State Real Estate Regulatory Authority (LASRERA) hosted recently the first of its kind Real Estate Conference and Exhibition in the Real Estate Capital of Africa, with the theme: “Unearthing real opportunities in Real Estate.” at the Eko Hotel & Suits, VI, Lagos.

The epoch event which have in attendance, the Governor of Lagos, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, Government Agencies, Captains of Industries, Real Estate Agents, Estate valuers, and others Stakeholders in Real Estate Business was another turnaround initiative to solve housing deficit in Lagos.

Speaking at the event, The Governor harped on the need for massive regeneration of properties in mainland part of Lagos, charging real estate investors and private developers to divert their investment to rebuilding mainland and redistributing wealth from the business.

He said: “I need to charge the real estate investors that, everybody needs not build in Sangotedo or Ibeju Lekki. Let us go to mainland and start regeneration of the assets in that part of Lagos. This way, we would be redistributing wealth and creating opportunities for our citizens.

The Governor said the State’s Department of Lands had built the required capacity for smooth transition to the online platform, stressing that the plan was already in its final stage.

When the web-based platform is finally launched, there will be no need for applicants seeking for Certificates of Occupancy (C of O), survey and building plan approvals to physically submit paper documents for authorisation. All documentation and payments will be done by applicants from the comfort of their homes.

Sanwo-Olu said the new development would bring about quick turnaround time in land transactions and boost private investors’ confidence in provision of home ownership model that will address deficits in housing.

He said: “We have improved on our GIS solution to accelerating land matters in Lagos. From the first quarter of next year, we will be launching an online platform on which all land transactions will be done. When the project kick-starts next year, there will be one-stop shop for all transactions relating to land, including Governor’s approval on CofO, and building approval by Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development.

“We have given our commitment on this, because of the need to improve the turnaround time from when people submit their requests for approval and the time the authorisation is completed. We cannot afford to disappoint private investors and applicants seeking real time approval. We are raising our capacity, so that we can respond to the requests and discharge them.”

The Governor charged residents and property developers applying for approvals to stop cutting corners and circumventing the process, stressing that sharp practices would only make it difficult for impatient applicants to get their documents approved.

Earlier, Special Adviser to the Governor on Housing, Mrs. Toke Benson-Awoyinka, said the conference was held with an objective to bring stakeholders in property business in contact with relevant Government agencies and address bottlenecks slowing down property transactions.

She said LASRERA was created with a mandate to bridge the gap of credibility in property business, pointing out that the Government responded to the yearnings of industry players, having realised there were genuine real estate practitioners and property developers, as well as genuine home and property seekers who were desirous of credibility in real estate transactions in Lagos.

Benson-Awoyinka said the regulatory agency, since inception, had set processes in motion to change the negative image of property development business and check malpractices which the sector had faced in the last decades.

She said: “As a Government that is determined to bridge the housing deficit in the State, we are aware of our role in not just the provision of houses, but also create an enabling environment for the private sector working hand in hand to a desired end.

“We are making a renewed appeal to investors in the sector to team up with the State Government to create a home ownership model that will help address the deficits observed in housing market in the State our through Public Private Partnership (PPP) initiative in providing mass housing for our people.” Toke-Benson, Concluded

The two days conference featured exhibitions for home marketing firms, Government and private property developers.

There was also a panel of discussion in which private practitioners, heads of relevant Ministries and agencies provided explanations on housing market can be improved

Health: Lagos Launches M.I.CH Plus Toll-Free Numbers | AgegePulse Magazine

The Lagos State Government, through the Office of Civic Engagement, has launched toll-free numbers: 0800-6424-758 and 0901-5520-00 for 1,140 indigent pregnant women participating in the ongoing Mother, Infant and Child (M.I.C.H) pilot research programme.

The Special Adviser to the Governor on Civic Engagement, Princess Aderemi Adebowale revealed the numbers at a sensitisation programme on the second phase of the M.I.C.H pilot phase for the beneficiaries at Agege Local Government and Orile-Agege Local Council Development Area.

She explained that the toll-free lines are essential to ensure that the programme is impactful, as the lines would help the participating pregnant women receive qualitative healthcare and follow-up through phone calls and home visits by a dedicated team of the Public and State-approved Private Community Health Workers and Medical Consultants.

“The research phase of the M.I.C.H programme was designed to assess the impact of the programme nutritious food and supplements on pregnant women with full monitoring of their existing conditions, along with the diverse medical and social indices, starting from December 1, 2020, until the next six months, throughout pregnancy till delivery and post-partum”, she noted.

Princess Adebowale stated that each of the beneficiaries would be added to a social media chat group created in each Local Government Area for direct feedback as part of the monitoring and evaluation process of the Office of Civic Engagement.

According to her “The participants in the control group would be given M.I.C.H plus food packs and supplements weekly for a period of three months before delivery, starting from the commencement date of the research project”.

While urging every participant to attend the clinic regularly and cooperate with the government’s team of medical experts, research and care volunteers at every stage of the process, the Special Adviser expressed gratitude to the Medical Team of Agege Local Government and Orile Agege LCDA for their cooperation.

The research programme, which started on December 1, 2020, for 1,140 indigent pregnant women, had the second batch of participating pregnant women sign the attestation forms to confirm their participation in the three-month research exercise.

The 20 expectant mothers in the control groups drawn from Sango Primary Health Centre, Agege Local Government and Odumbaku Primary Health Centre, Orile-Agege LCDA are the second set of participating expectant mothers to sign relevant documents for the research study.

It's Official: Yinka Egbeyemi takeover From Olatunji Disu As RRS Commander

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The Commander, Rapid Response Squad, RRS, Olatunji Disu has been removed and redeployed to Force Headquarters, Abuja.

Chairman, Lagos State Task Force on Environmental and Other Special Offences, CSP Yinka Egbeyemi has been redeployed to head the RSS as its commander.

Disu, a Deputy Commissioner of Police was removed and directed to report to the Operations Department of the Force Headquarters in Abuja.

 

It was also gathered that Commander of the Governor’s Monitoring Team (GMT), SP Sola Jejeloye has been upgraded to replace Egbeyemi as the Task Force Chairman, while SP Ibrahim Bakare has been appointed as the GMT Commander.

 

Disu has been the brain behind the reposition of the RRS, with most of the stolen vehicles recovered by him as he is a specialist in tracking vehicles and other stolen facilities.

His reign at the RRS represents a clear success, he is the brain behind the successes recorded by the Lagos State Police Command.

He became RRS Commander during the tenure of former Governor Akinwunmi Ambode until his redeployment to Abuja on Wednesday.

Disu was Aide De Camp to the former governor and National Leader of All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu in 2003.

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Lagosians To Process CofO, Survey, Other Building Documents Online by 2021 Says Sanwo-Olu

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By Kazeem Ugbodaga

Beginning from first quarter of 2021, all land related transactions in Lagos State will be undertaken online, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu disclosed on Wednesday.

The plan, the governor said, was to further accelerate the process of getting approvals on land matters and create an enduring business-driven property development market in the State.

Sanwo-Olu made the disclosure at the maiden Real Estate Marketplace Conference and Exhibitions organised by Lagos State Real Estate Regulatory Authority (LASRERA), with the theme: “Unearthing real opportunities in Real Estate.”

The governor said the State’s Department of Lands had built the required capacity for smooth transition to the online platform, stressing that the plan was already in its final stage.

When the web-based platform is finally launched, there will be no need for applicants seeking for Certificates of Occupancy (C of O), survey and building plan approvals to physically submit paper documents for authorisation. All documentation and payments will be done by applicants from the comfort of their homes.

Sanwo-Olu said the new development would bring about quick turnaround time in land transactions and boost private investors’ confidence in provision of home ownership model that will address deficits in housing.

He said: “We have improved on our GIS solution to accelerating land matters in Lagos. From the first quarter of next year, we will be launching an online platform on which all land transactions will be done. When the project kick-starts next year, there will be one-stop shop for all transactions relating to land, including Governor’s approval on CofO, and building approval by Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development.

“We have given our commitment on this, because of the need to improve the turnaround time from when people submit their requests for approval and the time the authorisation is completed. We cannot afford to disappoint private investors and applicants seeking real time approval. We are raising our capacity, so that we can respond to the requests and discharge them.”

The governor charged residents and property developers applying for approvals to stop cutting corners and circumventing the process, stressing that sharp practices would only make it difficult for impatient applicants to get their documents approved.

10 Obaship Stools Vacant in Lagos As Stakeholders Set To Review Oba, Chief Law

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The Lagos State Ministry of Justice, through the Directorate of Legislative Drafting, on Monday, commenced a stakeholders’ meeting on the Review of the Obas and Chiefs of Lagos State Law, 2015, to update the legislation and make it responsive to current realities.

Explaining the reason for the engagement, the Director, Legislative Drafting, Mrs. Aderinsola Olarenwaju, stated that the Ministry had identified several lacunae in the law and set up a committee which came up with a draft containing proposals that were presented at the meeting. 

In her words: "The present legislation is a good law, it's been in existence since 1957. However, there is a need to look into it, identify the lacunae and change things not in tandem with present realities".

While urging those who could not attend the session to send memoranda for amendment or repeal of sections, Olarenwaju added that a bigger session would be held with Obas, Chiefs and other stakeholders in attendance. 

Also speaking at the forum, the Director, Chieftaincy, Lagos State Ministry of Local Government and Community Affairs, Mr. Lukman Folami, praised the Ministry, especially the Directorate of Legislative Drafting for organising the event. 

He emphasised that the review was overdue, stressing that there were no fewer than 93 Monarchs (65 of whom are First Class Obas), while 10 Obaship Stools are presently vacant across the State. 

“The law really needs to be upgraded. They should help us fast-track this review. Everybody wants to become Oba, Chief. Even those with red blood, that are not bluebloods, want to become Obas. Let us do something to help our laws and help save the State. As of today, we have 93 Obas on-ground; about 10 stools that need to be occupied," Folami said. 

The interactive session considered amending several sections of the Law, including Section 12 which provides that amendment or replacement of registered declaration is permissible only once.

OONI RECEIVES SON, PRINCE ADESOJI ADEREMI, RELEASES FACIAL IDENTITY TO THE PUBLIC

 

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The Ooni of Ife & Arole Oodua, Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, on Tuesday received his crown prince Tadenikawo Adesoji Aderemi Ogunwusi,  releasing his pictures to the public. 

The Prince came in a motorcade to the entrance(Enu Geru)of the Palace and received by the AGBA IFE led by Obalufe of Ife, Oba Idowu Adediwura, The MODEWA led by Lowa Adimula of Ife, Highchief Adeola Adeyeye and EMESEs led by Sarun Oriowo Oyeyemi. They all ushered the Prince and his mother, Queen ShilekunOla Ogunwusi(YEYELUWA),  the families, friends and associates from Akure into the Ooni's Palace.

The Prince and his mother first stopped at Ile-Nla within the palace courtyard where the families and relatives of Ogunwusi Royal families and friends were awaiting the arrival of the baby from where they proceeded to Emese's court, where the Prince was finally handed over to his joyful father, Ooni Adeyeye Ogunwusi who came out through the sacred ILE IGBO in accordance to the full culture and traditions of Ile-Ife as always observed whenever a reigning Ooni receives his newly born Prince into the palace after the necessary rites of 21 days.

After receiving his son from the mother, Ooni Ogunwusi accompanied by relevant spiritual aides swiftly took the baby straight into the inner chamber of ILE IGBO for the necessary spiritual confirmation to establish the blood lineage of Oduduwa our progenitor following the foots steps of his ancestors. 

The monarch later came out from ILE IGBO with smiles and majestic dance steps welcomed by thunderous shouts "Kabiyesi ooooo!" "Kabiyesi oooooo!" from the waiting crowd who watched with excitements and jubilations as Ooni handed over the Prince to his elated mother who danced with the baby in her hands to her apartment at the palace. 

Ooni's Palace was full of activities as various people across the country came in droves to witness the grand entry of the Prince and the subsequent handing over to the joyous father who was seeing him for the first time since he was born 3 weeks ago.

It would be recalled that the palace of the Ooni of Ife two weeks ago during the 8  day naming ceremony announced that it would not release the facial identity of the Prince to the public until after the mandated 21 days in line with the cultural legacy established by Oduduwa Olofin Adimula several centuries ago.

Alaafin Of Oyo : Without Traditional Rulers, There Will Not Be Nigeria | AgegePulse Magazine

 

Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III has said that without traditional rulers there will be no Nigeria. He said that elders will not cease in the land according to BBC News Yoruba. 

 

Alaafin of Oyo explained this during a recent visit made by Emir of Kano, Alhaji Aminu Ado-Bayero to his palace in Oyo. 

He said that most of the time, he has written on the importance and roles of the traditional rulers in the development of Nigeria. 

Alaafin also told Ado-Bayero that himself and his late father fought for the money going to the state which is five percent. He said that traditional rulers are benefiting from this money today. 

Oba Adeyemi assured that he will continue to fight for the traditional rulers because they are important in the society. He explained that it is because of them that the country is still standing. 

During the visit, Emir of kano, Ado-Bayero explained that he went to visit Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III in Oyo. pe iyi lo jẹ fun oun lati ṣe abẹwo si Alaafin lode Oyo.

He said that he will ensure that the relationship which exists between Alaafin of Oyo and his late father continues. He said he visited Oyo to learn from the knowledge of Alaafin and also to receive blessings from Alaafin. 

Ado-Bayero added that Oyo and kano have many things in common both in the area of education and business.

He said that the importance of Alaafin can not be underestimate in Nigeria and among the people who knew history. 

Passengers to pay N3000 to N6000 for Lagos-Ibadan train tickets, says Nigerian Govt | AgegePulse Magazine

The Federal Government of Nigeria has approved charges on the new Lagos-Ibadan rail standard gauge which would begin operations by January 2021.

The Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, made the disclosure during the inauguration of the Governing Council of the Chartered Institute of Transport Administration of Nigeria in Abuja on Friday.

“We charge N3,000 per Economy seat, N5,000 for Business class, and N6,000 for First class, the same is applicable to Lagos to Ibadan.

Ooni of Ife Sets To Honour Baale Amuwo Odofin | AgegePulse Magazine

 

His Imperial Majesty Alayeluwa Arole Oduduwa Olofin Adimula, Ọ̀ọni Adeyẹ́yẹ̀ Ẹnitan Bàbátunde Ògúnwusi Ọjàjà II, Ooni of Ife, this weekend will be honouring the Baale of Amuwo Odofin, Aare, Itesiwaju Omo Oduduwa, High Chief Hakeem Rabiu at the a week long "Ileya Omo Oodua Festival".

On the 5th and 6th December, Baale Amuwo will be honour alongside prominent Traditional Rulers in the country which will be held at the Ooni Palace in Ile-Ife.

Citation of Baale of Amuwo Adofin, Lagos.

High Chief Hakeem Rabiu Abayomi is an highly placed man of integrity with humble character. A public-spirited, philanthropist, epitome of dynamic leadership and excellent personified. 

He was born into the family of Rabiu of Amuwo Odofin Lagos state (Awori Compound). He is an executive member of the Amuwo Odofin Indigenous Youth. Member of Unison Social Club of Nigeria. Member of Lagos State & Fashion Designers Association. 

He has bagged many recognition for excellence award such as; Achievers & Role model Award 2013. Special Merit Award by Maa-Sha Allah Arabic & Islamic; also recognized for Award of Excellence by Dairat Jafariyat Fitorikat Tijaniyat. Cultural Ambassador award by Omo Yoruba Atata in Ghana 2013. Evergreen Award by TOC COMMUNICATIONS 2018. Life time Father of Culture by Alagbawii Yoruba Magasinni Fans Club, 2016 to mention few.

He is a founder of ITESIWAJU OMO ODUDUWA Progressive Forum, a pan Yoruba group to promote the culture and heritage of Yoruba nation. 

He is also the founder of ITESIWAJU Cooperative Trade and Credit Society, a body that gives out loans and empower with NO interest. 

He is currently the Baale of Amuwo Odofin Kingdom in Lagos.

Lagos To Host 1st Real Estate Market Place Conference, Exhibition | AgegePulse Magazine

The Lagos State Government has announced that plans have been concluded to hold the first ever Real Estate Market Place Conference and Exhibitions between Wednesday,9th and Thursday,10th December, 2020.

The Conference and Exhibitions will be hosted by the Lagos State Real Estate Regulatory Authority, LASRERA at Expo Hall of Eko Hotel and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos.

The initiative according to the Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor on Housing, Mrs. Toke Benson-Awoyinka was designed to provide a meeting-point for real estate practitioners and their potentials clients.

She informed that the State Governor, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, his Deputy Dr. Obafemi Kadiri Hamzat and some other key stakeholders in the built sector have been billed to attend the two day event. 

She urged  residents especially those interested in real estate properties to attend the event and meet with verified real estate developers with affordable home purchase schemes. 

Benson-Awoyinka explained that the forum also provides an avenue for participants to meet genuine practitioners with track records and traceable identities, stressing that all participants have been registered and their data captured by LASRERA. 

The Special Adviser assured Lagosians that the event which promises to be a One  Shop Stop for the real estate sector and will bring a total turn around into Real Estate businesses are transactions in Nigeria, assuring that real estate practice in Lagos State is now changing the narrative of fraudulent practices and unprofessionalism which the industry has been known for over the years. 

She called on interested persons who are yet to leverage on the platform being provided by LASRERA, to visit the Agency's website and apply to be part of the Conference and Exhibitions. 

The registration link for participation in the programme is : https://lasrera2020.eventbrite.com

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Obasanjo, Adams reconcile, settle 15-year rift | AgegePulse Magazine

.. Development a new beginning for Yoruba race, Adebanjo, says

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo and the Aareonakakanfo of Yorubaland, Iba Gani Abiodun Ige Adams on Wednesday reconciled their long-term rift. 

The reconciliation meeting held at the Lekki residence of the Afenifere leader, Pa Ayo Adebanjo, 

The meeting, held behind closed door, had in attendance, Afenifere

Spokesperson, Yinka Odumakin, Basorun Segun Sanni, and Mr. Akin Osuntokun among others

The meeting also took far reaching decisions on major and critical issues affecting the Yoruba nation to be basis of consultation with other leaders in Yoruba land

Speaking shortly after the meeting,

Adams said the meeting was a robust deliberation with  particular interest in the state of the nation, including insecurity, unity  among others.

LASTMA GM Returns N52,000 Illegally Collected From Motorist In Lagos | AgegePulse Magazine

General Manager of LASTMA, Mr. Olajide Oduyoye, has returned N52,000 which was illegally collected from a motorist in Lagos by one police officer.

This was revealed in a statement quoted by the LASTMA Boss, "On Monday, I investigated a case of extortion involving a lady whose vehicle was arrested wrongfully when the police squad attached to the LASTMA Enforcement Unit went to enforce the law on one-way driving without LASTMA personnel. 

"While making arrests, this innocent motorist was also picked up and her vehicle brought to the headquarters. The vehicle was not booked for any offence. They negotiated from N150,000 and ended up fining her N52,000 using a POS for payment. 

"She then called the LASTMA  contact number and the incident was brought to my notice. I insisted on investigating the issue, identified the officer involved and the money was retrieved.

"We called the lady to return to LASTMA Headquarters to collect her money. She came with her mum and they were extremely grateful. We will be sending a report to the Police formation for them to start the process of reprimanding the officer involved.

"We will not tolerate any negative attitude from our officers or those attached to any of our enforcement units. We continue to encourage road users to send reports of any errant officer via any of our complaint channels." Engr. Oduyoye Concluded.

Fear In Orile-Agege As Awawa Boys Lay Siege On Residents, Repelled By Lagos Taskforce

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Residents of Agbotikuyo, Orile-Agege and environ woke up Monday morning to the siege of the dreaded Awawa Boys as they went around brandishing dangerous weapons and vandalizing lock up shops and anything in sight.

Responding to a distress call as always, task force operatives under the orders of the chairman, CSP SAHEED OLAYINKA EGBEYEMI, stormed the scene and promptly repelled and and dislodged the miscreants, as they hurriedly scampered to oblivion.

An eye witness who craved anonymity, confirmed that, the hoodlums in their usual way, were out to disposses people of their valuables but were undone by the swift response of the task force men who we should be thanking for still standing in the wake of the current lull in the police occasioned by the EndSars effects on the force.

We are in such a critical period now as the year ends and we are in dire need of readymade, proactive responses and alertness as exemplified by the task force men here today, to suppress dare devil and criminal minded persons who are oiling their criminal machinery for the yuletide

In Agege: Hoodlums Attack Lagos Firemen, Destroy Fire Engine | AgegePulse Magazine

Three firemen of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service were reportedly injured and a fire engine of the Agency damaged by hoodlums, who attacked the officials in the course of duty on Sunday. 

Making this disclosure, Acting Head of the Agency, Mrs. Margaret Adeseye expressed displeasure over the incessant attacks on firefighters in recent times for yet to be identified reasons.

She recalled that the attack on the firefighters and the engine occurred after officials the agency were prevented from attending to a fire incident at Humani Street, Dopemu Agege

Adeseye informed that three firemen from a crew of four were injured and the Agency's vehicle, Agege Fire Eagle C07, damaged by the hoodlums after preventing the personnel from performing their official duties.

AgegePulse Magazine learnt that it took the intervention of a team of policemen from Alabo Police Division, led by Supol Bako Muhammed, before normalcy was restored at the fire scene.

She stated that the injured officers were treated at Agege General Hospital, while investigations about the incident are on-going to effect the arrest of culprits and ascertain the cause of the attack.

Lagos Taskforce Recovers Dangerous Weapons, Hard Drugs, Demolishes Over 1700 Shanties In Fagba | AgegePulse Magazine

The Operatives of the Lagos State Environmental and Special Offences (Enforcement) Unit (Taskforce) over the weekend demolished over 1700 illegal shanties and containerised shops around Fagba Railway lines, Agege.

Speaking during the demolition exercise, the Chairman of the Agency CSP Olayinka Egbeyemi disclosed that owners/ occupants of these illegal shanties and containerised shops had been served a 7-day 'Removal Order' by the government based on series of complaints about criminal activities around Fagba, Agege.

He disclosed further that after the expiration of the Removal Order, the government gave them additional 21days grace to remove their belongings and vacate the entire area before embarking on the demolition exercise.

According to Egbeyemi "These illegal shanties and containerised shops were occupied by miscreants and hoodlums who terrorised innocent citizens around Fagba, Iju-Ishaga and Pen-Cinema area, dispossessing them of their valuables, especially early in the day and late at night.

He averred that investigations conducted had revealed that miscreants and hoodlums occupying these illegal shanties were responsible for the destructions of public properties and looting of shops immediately after the recent 'EndSARS' protest around Agege.

"It was an eyesore with miscreants and hoodlums freely smoking and selling Indian hemp including prostitution by under-age boys and girls around Fagba railway lines", he added.

The Chairman confirmed to AgegePulse that suspected illegal substances (Indian hemp) and other dangerous weapons,z drugs such as Codeine, Skunk and Tramadol  were recovered during the demolition exercise.

He, however, enjoined members of the public to support government in salvaging the State from the clutches of these notorious criminals by reporting any noticeable criminal activities around them to security Agencies.

Council Election: Gidado Joins the Chairmanship Race In Agege | AgegePulse Magazine

 

Following the coming of the local government elections staged for 2021, in all Local Governments, LGAs and Local Council Development Area, LCDAs across the State, One of the golden sons of Agege, Bukola Nurudeen Sofidiya a.k.a #GIDADO, has shown his aspiration for the post of Chairman of Agege Local Government.

Gidado has floored some of his campaign, branded materials across some strategic places in Agege seeking the support of party leaders and electorates to make is dream a reality.

The visionary and learned Gidado has revealed to AgegePulse, that he will be pitching his tent under the All Progressive Congress, APC with the incumbent chairman of the Council, Alhaji Ganiyu Kola Egunjobi who have yet to officially declare his intention to run for the second term having delivered some outstanding projects within the community since he assumed office.

"Though the vision is clear and tough but we are resolute to change the style of leadership in Agege".

"We don't want to make promises, but a clearer vision and plans to change the narrative and bringing good governance to our people will be revealed shortly. 

 Am appealing to all Agege leaders and electorates to embrace and "Think Gidado" while taking their decision". Bukola Shofidiya asserted.

JS Babatunde Empowers Youths With N2million StartUp Fund | AgegePulse

The Executive Chairman of Orile Agege LCDA, Hon. Johnson Babatunde has signed a business pack with the Executive members of National Youth council of Nigeria, Orile Agege branch on a business plan to empower youths on agricultural business in Orile Agege.

This was signed at the scheduled meeting held yesterday with the LCDA, the able youth body presented the Agricultural Business Plan to the council boss which interest him to partner and render the neccesary support.

The Business Plan showed more details on areas of the Agric sector that suite the farmland given to the youth council by the council boss. 

AgegePulse learnt that the council Chairman glanced through the business plan immediately it was presented to him and he picked up an interest and also ready to support the Nycn Orile-Agege with the sum of 2million naira only. 

He urged the youth to be more proactive with vision to tap into every opportunity to make their lives meaningful, adding that there are still more empowerment programme to be done for the youth in Orile Agege.

"Overtime, I have challenged the youth in the community to come up with a bankable business ideas and plans that will keep that will engage them in a smallscale businesses". J.S. Babatunde asserted.

MP Tom Tugendhat was speaking "rubbish" Says Gowon | AgegePulse Magazine

“Former Nigerian head of state Lt Col Yakubu Gowon has denied an accusation made by a British MP of "stealing half of Nigeria’s Central Bank".

The Conservative MP Tom Tugendhat said in the UK parliament on Monday:

"Some people will remember when General Gowon left Nigeria with half the Central Bank of Nigeria, so it is said, and moved to London."

But, in an exclusive interview with the BBC, Lt Col Gowon took issue with accusation.

“I don't know where he got that rubbish from, I served Nigeria diligently and my records are there for all to see,” he said.

After leaving power in a bloodless coup in 1975, General Gowon went to the UK and enrolled at Warwick University as an undergraduate where he studied political science and international relations.” Copied

Breaking: Football legend Maradona is dead | AgegePulse Magazine

 

Diego Armando Maradona has passed away at the age of 60, according to reports in Argentina.

The former Barcelona and Napoli star suffered a heart attack at his home in the San Andres neighbourhood in the town of Tigre on Wednesday morning.

This news has come via the Argentinian newspaper Clarin, who state that Maradona had been living in this area since having surgery for a blot clot in his brain.

He only celebrated his 60th birthday on October 30, less than a month ago, and after the operation, which went well, Maradona was discharged from hospital. 

From the hospital he went home to Tigre to continue his recovery.

Maradona helped Argentina to win the 1986 World Cup in arguably the greatest achievement of his career, while he also brought two Serie A titles to Napoli. 

During his time with Barcelona in Spain, he won the Copa del Rey, Copa de la Liga and Supercopa de Espana in 1983.

The man nicknamed 'Dios' was born in Lanus in 1960 and is one of the legends of world football. 

Maradona's delicate state of health worsened in the last hours and he left us. 

Argentina and the whole football planet is mourning one of the greatest to have ever played the sport.

Zenith Bank Manager remanded for alleged N179.4m fraud

 

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Egueke (left) being led to custody by the IPO

A Federal High Court, Lagos on Tuesday ordered the remand of the Asaba branch manager of Zenith Bank Plc, Mr. Fidelis Egueke, in the custody of Force Criminal Investigation Department (ForceCID) Alagbon, Ikoyi, Lagos till Tuesday, December 1, 2020, when his bail application will be heard and determined.

The court presided over by Justice Austine Chuka Obiozor, made the remand order against the Zenith Bank Manager, after he pleaded not guilty to the three counts charge of conspiracy and fraud of N179, 498 million, made against him by the men of Force CID, Alagbon, Ikoyi, Lagos.

Arraigning the defendant, the prosecutor, Morufu A. Animashaun, told the court that the defendant and others now at large, between May 14, 2010 and December 31, 2019, at No. 2 Balogun Close, Ikoyi, Lagos, conspired among yourselves to obtain the said sum from Global Select Investment Services Limited, by false pretence that he will help him sell some goods and remit money to his bank.

The prosecutor, Barrister Animashaun, told the court that the defendant, upon selling the goods, diverted the proceeds to his personal account, Zenith Bank Account Number 1020019782.

The defendant however informed the victim that most of the goods he imported from USA were inferior and un-demanded for.

The prosecutor told the court that the offences committed by the defendant, are contrary to Section 8(a) and 1(1) of the Advance Fee Fraud and other Fraud Related Offences Act No. 14 of 2006 and punishable under section 1(3) of the same Act. And Section 390 (7) Criminal Code Act Laws of Federation 2004.

The Zenith Bank manager however pleaded not guilty to the allegations.

With his not guilty plea, the prosecutor asked the court for trial date, and also urged the court to remand him in custody of the Nigerian Correctional Services (NCS) pending the determination of the charges against him.

But counsel to the defendant, Mr. Richard Ahaomarugho, while not oppose the trial date as requested by the prosecutor, however orally urged the court to grant  bail to his client.

Justice Austine Chuka Obiozor however refused the demand on the ground that the court is a court of record.

Consequently, Justice Obiozor, adjourned the case till Tuesday, December 1, 2020, for hearing of defendant’s bail application, and ordered that he be remanded in the custody till the hearing and determination of the bail application

Ahead of Council Election. LSHA Judiciary Committee Task LASIEC | Agege Magazine

 

Lagos State House of Assembly through its Committee on Judiciary, Human Rights, Public Petition and LASIEC  has charged Local governments in the State on the need to bolster the election processes, especially during the forthcoming election.

Chairman, Hon. Victor Akande who led the Committee on an Inspection to the State Independent Electoral Commission, LASIEC in various Local Governments, LG and Local Council Development Areas, LCDA of the State expressed that the tour was to examine the level of preparedness of the Commission towards the  forthcoming elections as well as to understand the present challenges of LASIEC in their respective Councils and proffer solutions.

Hon. Akande noted  that LASIEC may need more personnel and thus suggested the employment of support-staff to reduce work load and increase effectiveness. In his words "there is a need to provide LASIEC with Support-Staff as the present staff strength cannot bear the enormous work load and this could undermine the efficacy of the Commission.”

 

Mrs. Bakare Mariam, LASIEC Electoral Officer at Agege LGA attested to the  major challenge which is the need for additional support- staff, but stated that LASIEC is prepared for the upcoming elections in the State; she also explained that some of the materials required are currently situated at the Commission until the day of election when the supplies will be distributed to approved centres for security reasons.

Hon. Egunjobi Ganiu, Chairman, Agege LGA, assured both the Committee and Commission of the continued support from Agege Local Government as well as a standard office and store for the electoral personnel assigned to the Area before the end of the year.

At the Orile Agege, LCDA Electoral Office; Electoral Officer, Mr. Akinsewe Oludotun confirmed a good working relationship with the Council Chairman and Staff which has bolstered LASIEC; implored the Council Chairman to expedite action on acquiring a  secured store and other facilities that would assist the responsibilities of the Commission.

Lagos Taskforce Refutes Allegation of Sexual Advances By Motorist | AgegePulse Magazine

The Lagos State Environmental and Special Offences Unit (Taskforce) has refuted the allegation of sexual advances against its purported Commander as reported in the Punch Newspaper of Sunday, November 22, 2020, with the caption "Taskforce Commander Made Sexual Advances At Me - DIDI EKANEM".

According to a statement issued today by the Agency, preliminary investigation revealed that the claimant and owner of a Venza car with the registration APP 775 GJ was arrested for driving against traffic (one-way) around Lekki - Ajah expressway by an enforcement team of the Agency led by DSP Kayode Popoola on Wednesday, 18th of November, 2020.

The investigation revealed further that the vehicle was impounded and brought to the Agency's car park at Alausa, Ikeja, adding that DSP Popoola, who is not the 'Commander' of the Agency, however, unlawfully negotiated with the motorist and collected the sum of N100,000 via bank transfer to his personal account before the vehicle was eventually released to the owner (Didi Ekanem).

The release stated further that the leader and members of the enforcement team have since been arrested and queried by the Chairman CSP Olayinka Egbeyemi, pending their transfer to the Lagos Police Command for further disciplinary actions.

The Agency, therefore, warned the general public, particularly private car owners and motorcycle operators, to desist from driving against traffic (one-way) or bribe anyone to effect the release of their impounded vehicles, as both the giver and receiver are culpable in Law.

While maintaining that it is only a Law Court that can order the release of an impounded vehicle or payment of necessary fine into specified government accounts, it urged the citizenry to always report any corrupt officer, who solicits for a bribe, to the authorities for disciplinary actions.

Reformed Land Use Charge Law'll Help Eradicate Multiple Taxation, People-Friendly | AgegePulse Magazine

The Lagos State Government, on Thursday, stated that its Land Use Charge Reforms Law has a human face and was enacted with the welfare of Lagosians in mind and remarkably different from the Land Use Charge of 2018.

The State Commissioner for Finance, Dr. Rabiu Olowo, made the assertion while welcoming officials of the Internal Revenue Service, Federal Capital Territory Abuja, who were on a work-study to Lagos, adding that the need to make the Act people-friendly informed the various provisions such as the 40 per cent general relief, a waiver for pensioners and discount on early payments among others.

The Commissioner, represented by Mr. Haruna Ayodiji, Director, Administration and Human Resources, Ministry of Finance, harped on the need for increased internally generated revenue at all tiers of government, through effective and innovative taxes in order to shore up the dwindling revenue of the government.

According to him, "There is an urgent need to improve the amount of revenue generated internally to provide the government with the much needed revenue to meet the huge infrastructural deficit. The Land Use Charge Law, which is a property tax, will help in bridging the revenue gap even as it is designed to be people-friendly".

Olowo pointed out that the Land Use Charge Law will help in eliminating incidents of multiple taxations while at the same time boosting revenue generation and consolidation through efficient identification of property, as well as effective collation of data and information on land property in Lagos State.

Also speaking at the meeting, Alhaja Moriliat Ganiyu, Director, Tax and Revenue Department, reiterated that the objective of the LUC was to mitigate against multiple taxations on properties, explaining that the reform was an attempt to improve transparency in the billing process with the introduction of self-billing methods for citizens.

While maintaining that the self-billing will enable property owners to assess their property in order to help to reduce leakages and fraud, she, however, noted that the downside of the 2020 LUC is the “uncooperative and hostile behaviour by the property owners to the enumerators, which hinders perfection in the job.”

Ganiyu frowned at the untoward behaviour of some property owners who deny officials access to their property or provide false and misleading information.

She averred that the law has enough mechanism to address the complaints of property owners, saying “The State government has put in place a robust compliant mechanism aimed at addressing grievances related to Land Use Charge. We have Land Use Charge Assessment Tribunal Appeal for resolution of matters. Also, we have 10 Call Centres across the State. We have a dedicated email for LUC complaints”.

Earlier, Mr. Abdulahi Atta, Chairman IRS, who was represented by Mr. Salisu Abubakar of the Department of Tax and Controller Federal Capital Territory IRS, thanked the government for the warm welcome accorded the delegation, adding that the team is in Lagos to understudy the State Land Use Charge Law.

He expressed happiness that the officials painstakingly took them through the process of evaluation and strategy deployed in enhancing revenue generation in Lagos State through the exchange of ideas, stressing that he looked forward to the compilation of the reports for presentation and revie

Court Jails Popular Lagos Pastor, Israel Genesis, For Two Year Over Fraud | AgegePulse Magazine

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Ogundipe, who has been on trial since 2011, was charged with seven counts of obtaining by stealing, inducing delivery of money by false pretences, unlawful conversion of property and forgery.

A Lagos State High Court has sentenced popular prophet and Shepherd-in-charge of Celestial Church of Christ Global Genesis Parish, Israel Oladele Ogundipe aka Israel Genesis, to two years imprisonment for defrauding a United Kingdom-based woman, Mrs Olaide Williams-Oni.

Ogundipe, who has been on trial since 2011, was charged with seven counts of obtaining by stealing, inducing delivery of money by false pretences, unlawful conversion of property and forgery.

Israel Oladele Ogundipe

In her testimony, Williams-Oni had told the court that she met the prophet in 2002 during her visit to Nigeria when she was taken to his church for prayers by her step-sister.

Justice Akinlade, in a judgment that lasted for about four hours, sentenced the defendant, Prophet Oladele, to a year imprisonment on count two and four.

The presiding judge, Justice Olabisi Akinlade found the clergyman guilty of two of the seven charges brought against him and dismissed the remaining five over lack of evidence.

Akinlade ordered that he should pay the complainant the sum of N11m, which he illegally obtained from her.

“Both sentences are to run concurrently and the defendant is to restitute the complainant the sum of N2.5mi in respect of count two (stealing) and N8.5million in respect of count 4 (unlawful conversion of property not delivered),” the judge said.

Following the judgment, Rotimi Odutola, lead prosecuting counsel for Lagos State, thanked the court for the ruling.

According to the prosecution, Ogundipe committed the offence between August 30, 2002 and 2005.

During that period, he is alleged to have fraudulently obtained N14m and £12,000 in various tranches from the complainant.

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