3 Years Of A Game Changer, Hon. Ganiyu Kola Egunjobi | AgegePulse Magazine

 Three years of the Executive Chairman, of Agege Local Government, Alh Ganiyu Kola Eegunjobi's administration has brought about tremendous developments in Agege Local Government area of Lagos State. 

3 years of game changer

Egunjobi's administration is changing the face of Agege. His giant stride in all spheres, particularly infrastructure, human capital and alleviation of poverty earned him the sobriquet, Game changer.

Council secretariat 

Under his watch, the council area has become a benchmark for others in several aspects.

School Bus

These include:

 * The provision of four 30-seater coaster buses for pupils of public primary and secondary schools in the community to convey them to and fro free of charge   

* 15 Roads delivered and still counting

* N100k Cash Gift To Over 750 Residents

*Two ambulance buses and an Emergency Point on Capitol Road 

* Construction of eleven boreholes across all the seven wards with generators to power them 

* Over 325 Youths Enrolled for JAMB

* Building of a world-class legislative building to improve legislation in the area

* Construction of Health Centres

* Construction of Fitness Centres

*Complete facelift of the Council 

secretariat including The Marriage Registry, Erection of statue of bread, a stable food, which making is synonymous with our area, and construction of a hut, symbolizing a community alongside various forms of activities happening in our area captured by wall painting   

* 150KVA, 100KVA and 50KVA Generators to power a council secretariat and the legislative complex

* A Cafeteria and corner shops at both Secretariat and Legislative Complex

And many more.

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For better coordination, permanent secretaries must collaborate with cabinet members - Sanwo-Olu | AgegePulse Magazine

  *•Lagos organises retreat for top civil servants*

Gov. Sanwo-Olu 

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has charged all Permanent Secretaries in the State’s civil service to bring their experience to bear in creating implementation framework and seamless coordination in the delivery of Government’s programmes and policies.

Hakeem Okunola

To achieve the administration’s set objectives, Sanwo-Olu said there must be efficient collaboration between Permanent Secretaries, who are experienced technocrats, and political heads assigned to their ministries to drive programmes’ implementation. 

The Governor advised Permanent Secretaries in the State’s public service to leverage the positions to foster teamwork with cabinet members for improved impact of governance and development. Sanwo-Olu spoke, on Thursday, when he declared a two-day retreat organised for the Body of Permanent Secretaries open. 

The event is being held at Lagos Continental Hotel, Victoria Island.

Sanwo-Olu said the outbreak of Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic had brought changes to traditional ways of doing work, charging all the 57 participants to adapt themselves to the new reality and think outside the box in order not to slow down wheel of governance.

He said: “Permanent Secretary is a position that comes with tough responsibilities, given the expectation from the political leadership and the citizenry. As experienced officers in the civil service, Permanent Secretaries must develop a framework for implementation of Government’s programmes and policies. This means creating viable relationships with the political heads of their ministries.

“Most of the cabinet members who are also professionals in their own right may not understand the rudiments of engagement in the public service. It is the duty of the Permanent Secretaries to put them through and streamline the activities of ministries in line with objectives of the Government. Therefore, collaboration between the cabinet members and civil service is necessary for better coordination.”

Sanwo-Olu told the participants to see their appointment in to the position as a privilege that must be embraced with humility, urging them not to be domineering in imposing their authority in their ministries.

He admonished them to accord respect to public officers in lower cadres and carry them along in the activities of the ministries. 

He said: “The THEMES agenda is a tool being used by the Government to reposition Lagos for greater development. You are technocrats in the public service, who have what it takes to help drive the objectives successfully. I urge you to bring your experience and vigour into the work. If we see excellent results, you would only not only be my Permanent Secretaries, but also my friend in the journey to deliver Greater Lagos.”

Head of Service, Mr. Hakeem Muri-Okunola, said the retreat was an on-boarding process for newly appointed Permanent Secretaries to learn from their older colleagues and get them equipped with ideas that’ll help them run the affairs of their respective ministries efficiently.

Muri-Okunola hailed the Governor for approving the retreat, pledging the commitment of the civil service towards the achieving the 

Obasa’s Leadership Has Impacted Aworis In Lagos, Says Olota | AgegePulse Magazine

The Olota of Otta, His Royal Majesty, Prof. Adeyemi AbdulKabir Obalanlege, [Lanlege Ekun II] has bestowed the traditional title of Jagunmolu Taiyese of Otta Awori Kingdom on the Speaker, Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Dr Mudashiru Ajayi Obasa.

Olota and Obasa flanked by guests

Praising the Speaker for the successes of the Lagos Assembly, Obalanlege stressed that the activities of the House had also positively impacted on the Awori people in the state.

Olota urged the Speaker to see and take Otta as his second home.

Thanking Olota for the gesture, Obasa commended the monarch for propagating the Yoruba tradition, saying that had reflected in the way the monarch and the Olota-In-Council spoke Yoruba language all through the event.

Dr Obasa urged traditional rulers in the Southwestern part of Nigeria to continue protecting the Traditional and Cultural Heritage, part of which is constant speaking of the Yoruba language.

How do we do this? It is by using our mother-tongue to communicate with whosoever the visitor is, no matter the status and wherever he comes from’.

According to the Speaker, it was the drive to preserve the language, custom and culture of the Yoruba race that necessitate the decision of the Lagos State House of Assembly to carry out plenary activities in the native language on Thursdays.

He said this would help more residents to understand some of the laws that guide their daily activities.

Dr Obasa noted that the House had recently agreed that all the laws passed by the House would now be translated into Yoruba for the benefit of those we are representing.

The Speaker also urged parents to speak the language at home, as stressing that ‘understanding ones native language does not hinder one from being able to speak English fluently’. 

Lagos Mobile Court Sentences Fake Soldier To Six Weeks In Jail | AgegePulse Magazine

A Lagos State Mobile Court over the weekend convicted and sentenced a fake Soldier arrested by the operatives of the Lagos State Environmental and Special Offences (Enforcement) Unit (Taskforce) for assault and impersonation to six weeks in jail term.

Speaking on the arrest and arraignment, the Chairman of the Lagos State Environmental and Special Offences (Enforcement) Unit (Taskforce), CSP Shola Jejeloye, disclosed that the convicted fake Soldier was apprehended along with his commercial motorcycle painted in camouflage after assaulting members of the enforcement team of the Agency with other miscreants at Airport Bus-stop along Lagos-Abeokuta Express-way.

He said that the operatives of the Agency were coming from a monitoring and enforcement operations with over 150 impounded motorcycles loaded into three of the Agency’s trucks before the fake Soldier, whose commercial motorcycle was among those impounded on restricted routes, mobilised other miscreants and attacked the team with dangerous weapons such stones, bottles and iron-rod.

According to the Chairman "The fake Soldier was subsequently arrested after the attack and during investigations at our office it was discovered that he was an impersonator".

"The man later confessed to having only claimed to be a Soldier in order to retrieve his impounded commercial motorcycle and that he painted his motorcycle with Nigerian Army camouflage in order to evade arrest from security agents while engaging in commercial activities on restricted routes", he added.

CSP Jejeloye urged members of the public to stop impersonating security agents to commit crimes as anyone caught would be seriously dealt with in accordance with the Law.

The Chairman, however, confirmed that the arraignment of the fake Soldier at the Lagos Mobile Court was in compliance with the directive of the Lagos State Commissioner of Police CP Hakeem Odumosu.

Magistrate Oyebimbola Israel Adelakun, who presided over the matter sentenced the accused, Kabiru Mohammed (25 yrs) to six weeks in jail with N40.000 as an option of fine after he had pleaded guilty to the three-count charge of Assault, Conduct Likely to Cause Breach of Peace and Impersonation levied against him.

The convicted fake Soldier Mr. Kabiru Mohammed who hailed from Kano State pleaded'Guilty' after the 3-count charges was read and interpreted to him in the language he understood.

We have recruited over hundred students into hundred schools abroad – Stephil consults

Olayinka Yomi-Edun, Consultant-In-Charge, Stephil Consults, 

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…..our joy is seeing prospective

 students achieve their career goals

Nigerian students studying abroad have been advised to remain good citizens of their home country in the course of their study.

This was made known by Olayinka Yomi-Edun, Consultant-In-Charge, Stephil Consults, a reputable agency for recruiting applicants for international schools.

In an interview with Editor of The Grassroots Times, the over fifteen year’s expert in the field of international education, shared her experiences and importance of considering international education for personal and national development.

She noted that Nigerian students abroad have pivotal roles to play towards the image of their home country

“This is more dependent on the student's conduct in the respective country. As such, students are encouraged to be well behaved and good ambassadors of their home country while studying abroad.”

“Also students abroad should see how their country can benefits from their wealth of knowledge that they have acquired and networks while studying abroad”

“In fact we have fantastic follow up system with our over hundred students that had gained admission into schools abroad (UK, USA, Canada and Australia) with cordial relationship. It is called post departure support.

The Consultant-in-Charge of Stephil Consults also revealed the benefits of considering international Education for Nigerian students: Opportunity to study and work at the same time: Making new friends with opportunities to build international social network and contacts.

Graduating and entering employment on time.

Opportunity to earn an international qualification that is highly desired by employers both locally and internationally.

Acquiring updated skills and knowledge to gain employment in top-notch multinational companies

Enhancing your confidence and independence.

Upgrading your profile and gaining a competitive edge in today’s highly competitive job market.

Opportunity to connect with the rest of the world and visit exciting places”

Olayinka disclosed that the joy of seeing prospective students achieve their career goals, coupled with her previous experiences with several agencies over the years, and lots of training within and outside the country; motivated her to keep doing what she knows best and assisting potential students realize their dreams.

She further gave a brief on her journey thus far, as an approved expert agent in recruiting students for overseas institutions of learning.

“My name is Olayinka Yomi-Edun. I am the Consultant-in-Charge of Stephil Consults. I have a professional background in secretarial administration with a broad knowledge of administration from the Federal Ministry of Agriculture for about five (5) years.”

“During the course of my career, I have worked with various UK Education agencies within and outside Nigeria as an Education Counsellor, Office Manager and an HR coordinator for one of the best UK education agencies in Nigeria.”

“It is my desire to help prospective applicants (students) realise their desire/dream to study abroad.My experience in the industry has spanned over fifteen years and this has in no small measure contributed to the success of Stephil Consults.

I have been opportune to attend several British Council Fairs as well as symposia and workshops within and outside Nigeria.”

Stephil Consults can be reached via following addresses

Whatsapp: 08035249214, 08095107098.

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Olofin Of Ado-Odo Launches Foundation Laying Ceremony For His Ultra-Modern Private Residence

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Oba Abdul-Lateef Adeniran Akanni

The Olofin Adimula of Ado-Odo, Awori Kingdom, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Abdul-Lateef Adeniran Akanni, will officially launch a project for the construction of his Ultra-Modern Private Residence.

Olofin will be laying the foundation of his private residence amid strict COVID-19 guidelines where he will address the dignitaries and people of Ado-Odo Awori Kingdom.

The unveiling ceremony of the Ultra-Modern home of the monarch scheduled to hold on Saturday, February 20, 2020, at Ogun State Housing Cooperation Oke-Oyinbo, Ado-Odo, Ogun State 

Dignitaries expected at the occasion include top government officials, South-west monarchs, head of corporate organizations among others.

The structure is expected to incorporate all aspects and features of a traditional home and be one of the best monarch residences in the country.

Sanwo-Olu to Commission Agege Pencinema bridge Saturday | AgegePulse Magazine

Lagos State governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, will, this Saturday, commissioned the Agege Pencinema bridge.

Pen Cinema Bridge 

The construction of the bridge was started by the immediate past governor, Akinwunmi Ambode but the Sanwo-Olu' administration has completed it 

The bridge would ease the traffic on the Agege, Iyana-Ipaja, road.

While speaking at the ongoing 2021 Ehingbeti Lagos Economic Summit, holding at Eko Hotel and Suites, Victoria Island, the governor said the construction of the bridge is one of numerous results of the past Eghingbeti summit and a reflection of the public private partnership of the state government.

Dismissed Police Officer To Die By Hanging Over Extra-judicial Killing | AgegePulse Magazine

 

A Criminal High Court of Justice sitting in Benin City, has sentenced to death by hanging, a dismissed Police Constable, Joseph Omotosho, attached to the defunct Special Anti-Robbery Squad, SARS, Edo State Police command.

This sentence is coming after five and a half years of waiting for justice by the family of Benson Obodeh, a car dealer, who was arrested by men of SARS for undisclosed reasons and later died in unclear circumstances.

The dismissed Constable, Joseph Omotosho, alongside, Corporals, Adeleke Adedeji, Abena John, Oniyo Musa, Henry Shobowole, were found guilty after undergoing a court trial on eight-count charge bordering on Conspiracy to Steal and murder over alleged car theft incident that happened in 2015.

But the other three accomplices escaped during the EndSARS protest when two correctional centres were destroyed in Benin City and inmates escaped.

The presiding judge, Justice Ohimai Ovbiagele, delivered judgment on the fifth defendant, Joseph Omotosho, who was the only one present in Court while suspending the sentencing of the other absconded criminal policemen.

Ovbiagele described testimonies provided by the claimant as firm adding, “therefore, his judgment was based on “absolute fact” which the Court absorbed as presented by the prosecuting counsel and all witnesses that appeared before the court,”

26-year-old Benin based car dealer, Benson Obodeh, was said to have been listed among suspected criminal gangs who allegedly stole a Peugeot car in Lagos for their raids.

According to multiple reports, his corpse was later dumped at the Specialist Hospital, Benin City, with a different name unscripted on his lifeless body, claimed by the mortician who received the body from one of the Police Corporals that killed him.

Family investigations revealed that, the policemen who committed the murder also stole an unregistered Peugeot 306 car from the late Benson Obodeh, stole the sum of N200,000 cash from him, made away with the wallet containing his identity cards and two ATM Cards.

Police Arrest Suspected Armed Robber with English Pistol at Brothel | AgegePulse Magazine

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Police operatives attached to Surulere Division have arrested one Peter Arinola, male , at Empire Area, Surulere, Lagos State, with an English Pistol while he was negotiating and harassing one lady "prostitute" for sex.

The suspect intended to use the pistol to intimidate the lady to agree to his terms and the amount he wanted to pay, but the lady insisted on certain amount of money. Peter brought out the pistol and wanted to force the lady to sex. The lady raised alarm and Peter was overpowered and arrested by the people around the brothel.

The police swung into action and further investigation revealed that the suspect used to assist an armed robber (name withheld) to keep the pistol for operations. The police later recovered 5 rounds of ammunition in the room of the lady during the course of their investigation. 

The Commissioner of Police has ordered that the owner of the pistol and suspected armed robber, who is at large, be apprehended by all means and brought to book.

While assuring Lagosians of adequate protection of lives and property, CP Hakeem Odumosu vows to go after the criminals and hoodlums in Lagos State.

Lagos: SA Housing Hon. Toke Benson Revalidates Her Membership In APC | AgegePulse Magazine

 

...Encourages members to partake in the exercise,  

...Urges more people to join the ruling party

SA Toke-Benson

The Special Adviser to Lagos State Governor on Housing, Mrs Toke Benson-Awoyinka, revalidated her membership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Wednesday at ward 'F' ikeja Federal Constituency.

Speaking with journalists after the exercise, she encouraged party faithfuls to come out en mass and revalidate their membership while also encouraging well meaning Nigerians to join the Party. She reiterated that's the only way to know who are the real and true party members. she also said the exercise  should be taken seriously as it will give people the opportunity to know each other and know their leaders in each Ward and Constituency.

(M) SA, Toke-Benson 

While advocating for inclusive and good governance, Toke Benson Awoyinka also urged the youths to come out and register with the the ruling party as that is the only way to participate in the electoral process for any political office and seek redress from the self centered politicians we have in the system now. 

Speaking further, Toke Benson said for you to be elected to any political office you must first be a member of a political party, not just any political party but a party that has the interest of the masses and a party that is ready to serve those that voted for them.

As political office holders, we are called to serve but without a formidable party like APC people like us won't be in the office that we are today. As you can see today that Lagos is a success story under APC and our able governor Mr Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, therefore I plead with you all to come out and join our great party she said.

Lagos Assembly Controversial Bill: Those Behind It Lack Knowledge Of History, Culture, Tendencies Of Lagos People – Opeifa

 

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Opeifa

Former Commissioner of Transport in Lagos State, Dr Kayode Opeifa has described those behind the controversial Delineation Bill of the Lagos State House of Assembly as lacking knowledge of the history, culture and tendencies of the people of Lagos, reports The Gazelle News.com.

Speaking exclusively with this medium after validating his membership of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr Opeifa described the controversial Bill being against the history, culture, heritage and tendencies of people of the state.

“The promoters of this bill are certainly not oblivious of the history, culture and tendencies of this state,” Opeifa said.

According to him, “the administrative divisions of Lagos State – IBILE, and its components make Lagos unique and special. This is the basis of the of peaceful coexistence of the original people of Lagos and its settlers at creation in 1967. This is a careful example of a people united in diversity.

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Y2021 Budget: Egunjobi Empowers 40 Traders With N100K Each, Places 250 Unemployed Youths on N10k Monthly Stipends ...Presents N3.5Bn Y2021 Proposed Budget To Council Legislative Arm

Y2021 Budget: Egunjobi Empowers 40 Traders With N100K Each, Places 250 Unemployed Youths on N10k Monthly Stipends 

Egunjobi and Anigbajumo 

...Presents N3.5Bn Y2021 Proposed Budget To Council Legislative Arm

...Budget to get speedy Response, Says Council Leader, Anigbajumo

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The good people of Agege Local Government yesterday received another fresh breath when the Executive Chairman of the Council, Alhaji Ganiyu Kola Egunjobi (JP)  presented the Year 2021 proposed Budget to members of the Legislative Arm of the council under the Leadership of Hon. Anigbajumo Akolawole inside the hallow chamber of the newly built Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Ajayi Obasa Legislative Building in Agege.

In a statement, Egunjobi reiterated that his led administration will continue to focus on consolidating on the gains, development and progress he has recorded so far with the aim of ensuring  that residents and business owners in Agege get the desired enabling environment for business to thrive.

The Y2021 Budget which was tagged a "Budget of Renewable of Hope" was proposed at the figure of about N3.56bn for the legislators to work on.

In a brief interview with AgegePulse Magazine, the Council boss said, "About 40 (forty) petty traders and artisans will receive N100,00 financial empowerment each and about 250 unemployed youths have already been selected across the seven wards in the local government in the pilot scheme to be placed on Monthly Stipends of N10,000 each.

"The beneficiaries are to undergo reformative and rehabilitative programmes, from counselling, employment, education to vocational training".

"The Year 2020 Budget recorded about 82% performance. The Proposed Y2021 Budget will capture the following, completion of ongoing infrastructural projects, construction and rehabilitation of new roads, Education programme, Provision of Health Centers, Security, Youth Empowerment, staff welfare among others.

"Continuous sensitization of the community on preventable measures against COVID-19.

" To set up more social welfare programmes for residents by providing different kinds of safety net including the newly introduced Agege Youths Deradicalization Programme scheduled to commence today". Egunjobi concluded.

Receiving the Budget on behalf of the legislative arm, the leader of the Council, Hon. Kola Anigbajumo said is team have received the Budget as a working document.

Hon. Anigbajumo commended Egunjobi led administration for been proactive and rapid responses to the yearnings of residents and stakeholders of Agege community.

He promised that the Budget Proposal will receive due attention of the lawmakers and pass the appropriation bill soon.

While noting that it is no news that their tenure will elapse in few months' time, the Leader stated that the Legislative Arm has always been giving adequate supports to the executive arm to ensure hitch-free administration.

The councilor representing Ward D, Hon. Aliyu Nojeem Oloruntoyin commended the executive arm, particularly, the chairman for his erudite leadership and robust relationship accord to the lawmakers.  Hon. Oloruntoyin emphatically praised Egunjobi led administration for his rapid response to yearnings of Agege community.  On the proposed budget presentation, which according to the councilor, is timely presented, that the lawmakers will do justice to it in line with the conclusive part of the chairman's speech.

Under the motion of adjournment, Hon. Hassan A Ala, representing Ward C, thanked the council chairman and the management team for presenting the year 2021 budget and assured timely approval.

Executive members led by the council chairman, management team led by the acting Council Manager, Mr. Babatunde Akinbami, Counil SLG, Hon. Gbenga Abiola, aides to the council boss led by the Chief of Staff, Mr. Oriade Saheed Ademola, Chief Safari Adaranijo (Agege APC apex Leader), Hon Taofeek Adaranijo Mhr (former MHR, and currently a member of Lagos State Local Government Service Commission), were all present at the event.

Others include HRH Oba Kamila Oyedeji Isiba (Olu Agege), Alhaji Ayo Adesiyan (Chairman, Agege LG CDC), among other stakeholders.  

Below is the breakdown of the Budget:

Revenue:

1. Federal Allocation + VAT/CASH BF = N3,382,973,086.84

2. IGR + State Coordinated IGR = N183,000,000

Total = N3,565,973,086.84

Expenditure:

1. Personnel Cost (Inclusive of Teachers Salary) = N1,220,000,000

2. Overhead/Statutory deduction = N1,493,973,086.84

3. Capital (SSE + NCA) = N852,000,000

Total = N3,565,973,086.84

Black Spots: RRS Arrests 27 Suspects In Agege, Alimosho, Others | AgegePulse Magazine

 

Lagos Police Command have arrested 27 suspects in a raid of  different black spots in the metropolis between Thursday night and early morning of Friday.

 

The arrest was based on the directive of the Commissioner of Police, CP Hakeem Odumosu to Commander, Rapid Response Squad (RRS), CSP Olayinka Egbeyemi, to dislodge criminals hibernating in notorious spots in Ikeja, Agege and Alimosho.

 

CSP Egbeyemi, in carrying out the directive had instructed the Undercover Operatives of the RRS to embark on surveillance and intelligence work on black spots in Agege, Alimosho and Ikeja with a view bringing criminals in those areas to justice.

 

The arrest of the 27 suspects, which was led by CSP Egbeyemi witnessed the team's storming and combing of Ile Zik, Dopemu Under Bridge, Shasha, Orisumbare, Iyana - Ipaja Underbridge!, Ile - Epo, Abule Egba, Isokoko, Alfa Nla, Capitol Road, Akilo, Marketing, Alausa Central Business District among others.

 

Six of the 27 suspects were handed over to Shasha Police Division, nine to Area G in Ogba and 12 to Area F in Ikeja.

 

Egbeyemi noted that his team would continue to intensify efforts towards ensuring that incidence of traffic robbery as well as cultism reduces in the metropolis, adding that the squad is up to the task.

 

Commenting on the development, CP Hakeem Odumosu advised parents to monitor their wards and the kind of group their children belong to, noting that, cultism and traffic robbery are serious crime and suspect would not be spared from facing justice from crime committed.

Be Vigilant, Avoid Actions That Can Undermine Your Effective Performance, Aregbesola Advises Immigration Officers

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Aregbesola 

The Minister for Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola has urged officers and men of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) to be extra vigilant and abstain from activities that could undermine effective performance of their duty and safety of the country. 

 

Ogbeni Aregbesola spoke on Friday, 5 February, 2021 during the commissioning of the NIS' Office Complex in Kaduna. 

"As you are all aware, national security is a life and death matter for all of us, especially considering that the security challenges we face have a foreign component. It is therefore our bounden duty to ensure that foreigners who are likely to harm us in any way are kept away from our shores and borders. This requires that you be extra vigilant and abstain from attitudes and activities that could undermine effective performance of your duty and the safety of our land," he explained

In a speech titled, 'A Befitting Accommodation for the Service', he stated that the ministry is fast putting behind the days when government Ministries, Department and Agencies (MDAs) rent buildings for office accommodation. 

"This event is a proof of our commitment and the demonstration of government to improving public facilities and emplace good working environment for officers and men. This is because we have placed premium on infrastructure and human capital development," he disclosed.

The Nigeria Immigration Service Management, the Minister noted, made a firm resolve that command office complexes are built in all the 36 state command structure of the Service and the FCT. It is against this background that the Ministry keeps supporting agencies under it, including NIS in its effort to building and refurbishment of office accommodation. 

"From late last year to this year despite some hitches due to the outbreak of COVID-19, the Ministry successfully commissioned the Kwara and Oyo States Command office complexes virtually. 

"Today we are here to commission the Kaduna State Command Complex. It is my belief that this edifice will provide the needed comfort for officers and men of this Command to function effectively. Therefore, I enjoin the personnel serving in Kaduna Command to make good use of this new command office complex' he pointed out.

 He also commended the Service for the gradual deployment of technology in their operations, especially Migration Information and Data Analysis System (MIDAS) in controlling the data of every person entering or leaving Nigeria.

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.

By Kazeem

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.