Orile Agege LCDA Chairman, Hon. JS Babatunde presents ₦4.9B Budget Of Progress

 

.....promises more empowerment for residents

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The Executive Chairman of Orile Agege LCDA, Hon Sunday Johnson Babatunde  has presented 2024 Appropriation Bill worth 4,968,150,592 to the Legislative Arm of the Council.

Hon. Johnson Babatunde

At the event which took place at the Legislative Chamber, Hon. Johnson Babatunde stated that the ”Budget of progress” is put together to fulfil the promises of giving the dividends of democracy to the residents of Orile Agege.

He said,” For the year 2024, the LCDA has projected a proposed budget size of ₦4,968,150,592"

"There are various revenue sources accruing to the council within the year. For Federation Allocation, A total sum of ₦1, 826.323,578.77 which amount to 37% of the proposed total Budget size. For the Value Added Tax ,VAT, a total sum of ₦2,972,227,012.93 was proposed.

” On Internally Generated Revenue, 3% of the total budget size has been proposed with a total sum of ₦169.600,000 which is sub-divided into Stated Assisted Tax, Local Council Internally Generated Revenue.”

On the other hand, the Leader of the Legislative Arm, Hon. Wale Fayemi commended the Council Chairman for his commitment and enthusiasm in making the lives of the residents and staffers better.

Fayemi noted that the councillors will continue to support the executive arm but each Departmental Head should be prepared to defend whatever is allotted to the department as previous excuses of non-appearance will not be tolerated.

”Let me assure the Executive Chairman of the commitment of every member of this House to support whatever that will make this government succeed. As a result, we will immediately swing to action and make sure the budget is approved within the shortest time possible.

See ”That Notwithstanding will stop us from deeply scrutinizing the budget and making amends where necessary. Each department Head should be prepared to defend whatever is alloted to the department, as previous excuses of non=appearance will not be tolerated,” He said.

 

#ForAGreaterLagos 

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GREATER LAGOS FIESTA: LAGS Unveils 72-Hour Non-Stop Fun Activities For Countdown 2024

… Reveals Plans to Promote Beach Tourism 

Lagos State Government, through the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, has unveiled plans to hold a 72-hour #Greater Lagos Fiesta - a non-stop entertainment show beginning from the 29th of December, 2023 to the early hours of 1st January, 2024.

The three-day end-of-the-year event is part of activities conceived to herald the Y2024 with an anticipated number of participants of over 25,000 who will be thrilled with different types of entertainment including cultural performances, and children's corners, amongst others.

The State Commissioner for Tourism, Art and Culture, Mrs. Toke Benson-Awoyinka, who made this known on Friday at a news conference in Ikeja said that the Ministry will use the annual end-of-the-year event to also market its beach potential.

According to her, the grand finale which was usually held at Eko Atlantic City would now be held at Sol Beach in Iru-land as a way of exposing the State’s rich beachfront potential to fun lovers and tourists.

She added that interested participants who still want to join the countdown event at the Eko Atlantic City venue would be provided with a large viewing screen where the activities at the Sol Beach can be transmitted live, in addition to a dedicated channel on DSTV that would stream the event activities throughout the three days.

The Commissioner, alongside the Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor on Tourism, Arts, and Culture, Mr. Idris Aregbe, and Permanent Secretary Mrs. Oloruntoyin Atekoja, also assured participants of adequate security at all the designated venues of the countdown event.

She said: “We have put a lot in place for security, we are working actively with all security apparatus of the state, the Nigeria Police, DSS, Civil Defence, LASTM and Neighbourhood Watch, among other security operators in the state. 

“The Lagos Countdown 2024, #Greater Lagos Fiesta, has become an annual tradition, a celebration of music, entertainment, and the vibrant spirit of Lagos. This year, we are taking the event to a whole new level, with three days of non-stop excitement from December 29, 2023, to January 1, 2024.

“We are intentional in our focus of deliberately positioning Lagos State to favourably compete with developed cities of the world in terms of hosting tourism and entertainment events”, she added.

While noting that the annual fiesta has over the years proven to be a very engaging and mind-blowing event, providing fun activities and entertainment for Lagosians in their various localities across the five IBILE divisions of the state, the Commissioner maintained that the event is beyond just a musical show or fun event.

In her words: “Let me emphasise that this event is not just about the music. The end-of-the-year countdown, #Greater Lagos Fiesta, will also showcase the best of our local cuisine, arts and crafts, and traditional performances. Participants will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the sights, sounds, and flavours that make Lagos such a unique and vibrant city.

“The Lagos Countdown 2024 (#Greater Lagos Fiesta), will continue to serve the purpose of discovering and nurturing new talents, exposing young talented entertainers to bigger platforms while also serving as a mechanism for curbing youth restiveness that often characterises the festive period”, her words.

She affirmed that the three-day event, apart from showcasing the cultural activities and nurturing up-coming talented youngsters in the entertainment and creative industry, will also positively impact the State’s economy through massive sales of goods and services to thousands of fun and entertainment lovers throughout the event.

She listed the venues of the event to include Badagry Grammar School in Badagry, Agege Stadium, Agege, Ikorodu Town Hall Ikorodu, Sol Beach Oniru and Epe Recreational Centre, Epe.

“We have lined up an incredible array of music stars who will grace the stage and thrill all fun lovers from Badagry to Epe, Ikorodu, Lagos Island, and Ikeja featuring homegrown talents to international sensations, the best of Afro Beats, Highlife, Juju and Fuji’’, the Commissioner stated.

Toke Benson-Awoyinka also revealed that interested corporate sponsors ready to collaborate with the State Government to make the event a success are welcome.

#GreaterLagosFiesta

#entertainmentandtourism 

#AGreaterLagosRising 

#LASG

Why We Are Successful At Lagos Assembly, Obasa Reveals

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The Lagos State House of Assembly has become the most successful state parliament in Nigeria because of its reliance on God, Speaker Mudashiru Obasa has said.

Why We Are Successful At Lagos Assembly, Obasa Reveals

Addressing guests including the First Lady of Lagos, Dr. Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, traditional rulers and political leaders, the Speaker added that the House achieved its 2023 goals as a result of the diligence, commitment and dedication of lawmakers and staff. 

Dr. Obasa said this on Wednesday at the 21st anniversary of the annual thanksgiving and end of the year party held at the Lagos State House of Assembly.

"It is this commitment to God for excellence and unwavering faith that has led us to the successes we have achieved thus far.

"As we gather here today, we must acknowledge the incredible progress we have made as an Assembly and as individuals throughout the year.

"We have worked tirelessly, with dedication and integrity, to ensure that the needs and aspirations of our constituents are met. Proverbs 16:3 reminds us that if we commit our work to the Lord, our plans will succeed.

"Today, we come together in unity and gratitude, knowing that our collective efforts have not gone unnoticed," Obasa said.

Quoting James 1:17, the Speaker noted that the Lagos Assembly has become "a House above the common standards of excellence.

"Across the country, we are seen as passionate, a true reflection of the legislature as the focal point of democracy and an arm truly committed to the State's progress."

The Speaker, who commended his colleagues and the management for their dedication to duty, urged them to continue to strive for excellence so as to bring more positive changes to the society.

In his sermon on 'the spirit of excellence', Prophet Peter Adeniyi Olowoporoku of the Love of Christ Chapel Ministries, urged Nigerians to imbibe the spirit of discipline and constantly work to stand out in all that they do.

The event witnessed various guest artists including Evangelist Adeyinka Alaseyori.

#GREATERLAGOS FIESTA: Agege, Badagry, Ikorodu, Others To Host Fun Seekers As LASG Reveals Plans

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Lagos State Government, through the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, has unveiled plans to hold a 72-hour #Greater Lagos Fiesta - a non-stop entertainment show beginning from the 29th of December, 2023 to the early hours of 1st January, 2024.

2nd Left: Lagos State Commissioner for Tourism, Art and Culture, Mrs. Toke Benson-Awoyinka addressing the press

The three-day end-of-the-year event is part of activities conceived to herald the Y2024 with an anticipated number of participants of over 25,000 who will be thrilled with different types of entertainment including cultural performances, and children's corners, amongst others.

The State Commissioner for Tourism, Art and Culture, Mrs. Toke Benson-Awoyinka, who made this known on Friday at a news conference in Ikeja said that the Ministry will use the annual end-of-the-year event to also market its beach potential.

According to her, the grand finale which was usually held at Eko Atlantic City would now be held at Sol Beach in Iru-land as a way of exposing the State’s rich beachfront potential to fun lovers and tourists.

She added that interested participants who still want to join the countdown event at the Eko Atlantic City venue would be provided with a large viewing screen where the activities at the Sol Beach can be transmitted live, in addition to a dedicated channel on DSTV that would stream the event activities throughout the three days.

The Commissioner, alongside the Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor on Tourism, Arts, and Culture, Mr. Idris Aregbe, and Permanent Secretary Mrs. Oloruntoyin Atekoja, also assured participants of adequate security at all the designated venues of the countdown event.

She said: “We have put a lot in place for security, we are working actively with all security apparatus of the state, the Nigeria Police, DSS, Civil Defence, LASTM and Neighbourhood Watch, among other security operators in the state. 

“The Lagos Countdown 2024, #Greater Lagos Fiesta, has become an annual tradition, a celebration of music, entertainment, and the vibrant spirit of Lagos. This year, we are taking the event to a whole new level, with three days of non-stop excitement from December 29, 2023, to January 1, 2024.

“We are intentional in our focus of deliberately positioning Lagos State to favourably compete with developed cities of the world in terms of hosting tourism and entertainment events”, she added.

While noting that the annual fiesta has over the years proven to be a very engaging and mind-blowing event, providing fun activities and entertainment for Lagosians in their various localities across the five IBILE divisions of the state, the Commissioner maintained that the event is beyond just a musical show or fun event.

In her words: “Let me emphasise that this event is not just about the music. The end-of-the-year countdown, #Greater Lagos Fiesta, will also showcase the best of our local cuisine, arts and crafts, and traditional performances. Participants will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the sights, sounds, and flavours that make Lagos such a unique and vibrant city.

“The Lagos Countdown 2024 (#Greater Lagos Fiesta), will continue to serve the purpose of discovering and nurturing new talents, exposing young talented entertainers to bigger platforms while also serving as a mechanism for curbing youth restiveness that often characterises the festive period”, her words.

She affirmed that the three-day event, apart from showcasing the cultural activities and nurturing up-coming talented youngsters in the entertainment and creative industry, will also positively impact the State’s economy through massive sales of goods and services to thousands of fun and entertainment lovers throughout the event.

She listed the venues of the event to include Badagry Grammar School in Badagry, Agege Stadium, Agege, Ikorodu Town Hall Ikorodu, Sol Beach Oniru and Epe Recreational Centre, Epe.

“We have lined up an incredible array of music stars who will grace the stage and thrill all fun lovers from Badagry to Epe, Ikorodu, Lagos Island, and Ikeja featuring homegrown talents to international sensations, the best of Afro Beats, Highlife, Juju and Fuji’’, the Commissioner stated.

Toke Benson-Awoyinka also revealed that interested corporate sponsors ready to collaborate with the State Government to make the event a success are welcome.

#GreaterLagosFiesta

#entertainmentandtourism 

#AGreaterLagosRising 

#LASG

15,000 LAGOS TRADERS GET N50,000 CASH SUPPORT, AS SANWO-OLU LAUNCHES MARKET PALLIATIVE SCHEME

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-Governor commissions middle-level Fresh Food Market in Mushin, expands food supply chain

 15,000 LAGOS TRADERS GET N50,000 CASH SUPPORT, AS SANWO-OLU LAUNCHES MARKET PALLIATIVE SCHEME

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Sunday, launched a fresh palliative scheme for low-income traders across local markets in the State, as part of measures being taken to cushion the effect of the current economic realities. 

The Governor rolled out Lagos Market Trader Money, which, in the first phase, will provide N50,000 business support grants to 15,000 struggling traders across the 57 Local Government Areas of the State. 

Sanwo-Olu announced the scheme in Idi-Oro, Mushin, where he led the Deputy Governor, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat and cabinet members, to commission a newly constructed middle-level Fresh Food Agro hub built by the State Government to sustain food supply chain.

The Governor said market leaders in each council had been asked to nominate 200 each in community markets in all the councils, with the list cutting across small markets. Disbursement of funds to beneficiaries, he said, would begin on Monday (tomorrow), with Ministry of Agriculture coordinating the payment.

He said: “As part of the measures to cushion the effect of the current economic realities, we have come up with an intervention for all low-income market women and men struggling to sustain their micro and small businesses in this period. Today, we are launching Lagos Market Trader Money, which is a palliative measure to support traders in our local markets.

“The first 15,000 beneficiaries will be getting a support of N50,000 from the State Government. Traders in big markets are excluded from this scheme. Leaders of community markets across 57 local councils will submit 200 names each that must be divided among 10 markets in each domain. Beyond this, the Iyaloja and Babaloja (market leaders) will personally select additional 50 beneficiaries each.”

The scheme, Sanwo-Olu said, will be extended to markets in military and police barracks, which would provide 750 beneficiaries of the support grant.

The Governor said inauguration of the middle-level Fresh Food Agro Market in Mushin was another milestone achieved by his administration towards realising food security objectives. He stressed that the facility, which is the first in the State, heralded a turning point in Lagos food distribution system and modernisation of existing markets. 

The Sanwo-Olu administration, in 2021, initiated a roadmap for a coordinated food security and distribution network in Lagos, embarking on the construction of Food Security Systems and Central Logistics Park in Ketu-Ereyun, Epe. This central hub will serve middle-level markets across the Local Government Areas.

The State Government has a plan to build 50 middle-level agro hubs, with the Governor disclosing that plans were underway to construct three of such markets in Agege, Ajah and Abule Ado. 

Sanwo-Olu said his administration adopted food system transformation initiative as a measure to improve existing market system in Lagos, which, he said, was inundated by wastages, post-harvest losses, traffic congestion and logistical inefficiencies that regularly resulted in loss of over 50 per cent of perishable agricultural produce.

He said: “This formal commissioning of a middle-level Agro Produce hub in Idi Oro, Mushin, is another milestone towards achieving our food security objectives. This facility, which is the first in the State, heralds a turning point in the State food distribution system. This transformation journey is hinged on our five-year Agricultural Food System Roadmap, which reflects our passionate commitment to boosting food production, processing and marketing. 

The roadmap sets the stage for direct intervention, strategic collaboration and establishment of linkages with the private sector, financial institutions, foreign investors and multilateral agencies. Our food system are categorised into the Central Logistics Hub, Mid-level Agro-produce Hub, and the Last Mile Food Distribution outlets. Inefficiencies observed in the existing market system make it imperative to address the central problem of the food supply systems.

“These efforts have continued to yield the desired result in increased food production. The middle-level Agro Produce hub will pave the way for the modernisation, reorganisation and presentation of state-of-the-art data-driven food and agriculture systems where players and actors in the marketing chain interact freely. This will also address prevailing market challenges of inadequate infrastructure, food shortage, high degree of fragmentation and standardisation.”

Commissioner for Agriculture, Ms. Abisola Olusanya, said the middle-level Fresh Food market maximized storage of wet and dry food to cut down losses and waste. She added that the facility had addressed unhealthy display of food items by traders, while affording consumers to utilise economic of scale and buy large quantities of fresh farm produce at the affordable prices. 

“This will give consumers a new experience of shopping for fresh Agro products in a safe environment that caters for their needs. This sustainable model of food production and supply system is being pioneered by Governor Sanwo-Olu. This is the right way to go for us as a country to ensure food security is taken seriously,” the Commissioner said.

Iyaloja of Mushin, Alhaja Taibat Borokinni, led traders to the Governor to show their appreciation for the completion of the market and the palliative scheme.

She said: “It is our turn today to benefit from the good initiative introduced by our Governor to improve our markets. This gesture is the reciprocation of our support for Governor. We have never regretted our decision and we will support other initiatives being taken to better the lives of market men and women.”

Member representing Mushin Federal Constituency 2, Hon. Toyin Fayinka, thanked the Sanwo-Olu for seeing to the completion of the market project. He said Mushin became the first council to make the food security vision of the Governor a reality.

“This is a wake up call to other Local Governments to give chance to projects like this in their domains in order to support food security agenda of the State Government,” Fayinka said.

Lagos trains 376 Councillors on Capacity Building

…Urges Councillors to initiate laws for the good of the people

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As part of the efforts of the State Government in ensuring that Councillors are equipped with requisite skills to perform their legislative functions, Lagos State Government organised a two-day Capacity Building Workshop for 376 Councillors across the 57 Councils of the State.

Third from left: HC, MLGCA&RD, Mr Bolaji Kayode Robert; Fourth from left: PS & Accountant-General, State Treasury Office, Dr Biodun Muritala; PS, MLGCA&RD, Mrs Kikelomo Bolarinwa; the Director, Local Government Administration, Mr Razaq Amodu at the Capacity Building Workshop for Local Government Councillors across the 57 Councils in Lagos State held at Odeya Centre, Ikoyi, on Thursday, November 7, 2023

The event which commenced on Thursday, November 7, 2023 at Odeya Centre, Awolowo Road, Ikoyi Lagos is a strategic effort of the Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs and Rural Development geared towards aligning Councillors with the T.H.E.M.E.S. Agenda of the administration of Mr Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu to cascade these policies to the grassroots, thereby engendering social and infrastructural development at the grassroots.

HC, MLGCA&RD, Mr Bolaji Kayode Robert; 

Speaking at the event, the Honourable Commissioner, Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs and Rural Development; Mr Bolaji Kayode Robert applauded the Governor of Lagos State, Mr Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, for providing the workshop to equip Councillors to perform better as they discharge their legislative duties.

Mr Bolaji while delivering his keynote address, urged participants at the event to see the workshop as a platform to interface with other Councillors across the State to birth a synergy between the Chairmen and Councillors that would make the dream of a Greater Lagos possible and bring us closer to the reality of the Lagos of our dreams.

He added that this workshop would be the berthing of conversations relating to efficient management of resources, creation of a better outlook and modality for governance, which would promote good governance at the grassroots and equally give clarity to governance through the appraisal of constitutional and political principles on which governance and law making at the grassroots is premised.

Similarly, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs and Rural Development; Mrs Kikelomo Bolarinwa,

Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs and Rural Development; Mrs Kikelomo Bolarinwa,

while speaking with the press, reiterated the commitment of the State Government to continually build capacity for Councillors who have been entrusted with the responsibility of making laws at the Local Government Level, as it is the closest to the grassroots, hence the need to build strong foundation through strategic workshops such as this.

Earlier, while delivering her welcome address, Mrs Kikelomo Bolarinwa disclosed that the essence of the workshop is to help Councillors make better legislations and to understand the principles behind making legislations that would engender productive and citizen-friendly collaborations with their principals at the various Local Government Level.

While rounding off her speech, Mrs Bolarinwa urged every participant to seize the opportunity to learn and relearn news ways of legislating and collaborating with their chairmen in way that citizens in their Councils would benefit from the dividends that democracy offers.

Chairman, Lagos State Local Government Councillors Forum; Honourable Alimi Nurudeen, commended the State Government for organising the workshop to keep Councillors abreast with standard practices for Local Government Legislation. He added that the workshop would equip Councillors on improved methods to represent the good people of Lagos State as it concerns legislation and bringing the dividends of democracy the people at the grassroots

Cross section of participating councilors at the capacity building training 

Honourable Nurudeen also assured that Councillors would take the lessons from the workshop to heart and use it to influence legislation that would improve the lives of citizens at the grassroots.

The Two-Day Capacity Building Workshop, which had speakers who engaged the Councillors on conversations around Managing in a VUCA Public Service, Training and Certification on the Legislative Process, Process of Making Laws in Nigeria and other valid issues, had in attendance the Honourable Commissioner, Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs and Rural Development, Mr Bolaji Kayode Robert; the Permanent Secretary and Accountant-General, State Treasury Office, Dr Biodun Muritala; the Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs and Rural Development, Mrs Kikelomo Bolarinwa; the Director, Local Government Administration, Mr Razaq Amodu and other seasoned facilitators.

LASG Reiterates Support For Real Estate Sector... … Promises to Initiate Friendly Policies

 

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Lagos State Government has expressed its readiness to put in place deliberate initiatives and policies that will support real estate practice in the state.

SA to Governor on Housing, Barr. Barakat Odunuga-Bakare

The Special Adviser to the State Governor on Housing, Barr. Barakat Odunuga-Bakare gave the assurance during a stakeholders engagement/interactive session organised by the Lagos State Real Estate Regulatory Authority (LASRERA) with stakeholders in the built sector at Ikeja on Tuesday. 

Odunuga-Bakare explained that it is through collaboration that the State Government can guarantee the regulatory landscape that is not just a set of rules, but a dynamic force that nurtures responsible growth and development in the Real Estate industry.

She vowed that the agency will scale up its enforcement drive against sharp practices in the real estate sector, maintaining that 2024 will no longer be business as usual for perpetrators of fraudulent acts in the real estate sector and unregistered practitioners.

Odunuga-Bakare urged Nigerians in the Diaspora who intend to invest in the sector to always check the website of LASRERA: lasrera.lagosstate.gov.ng for adequate information before sealing any transactions.

Speaking on the ongoing demolition of some structures across the State, the Special Adviser said, “We will launch a proper investigation on complaints by some operators over the demolition of their buildings in some parts of the state to ascertain the claims by some of the developers.

“The Tenancy law is in the process of protecting both the sellers and buyers of properties in the state, and we are collaborating with the Ministry of Justice in addressing issues and challenges raised by some practitioners”, Odunuga-Bakare said 

Responding to some of the questions by the operators, the Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Lands Bureau, Mr. Kamal Olowosago urged stakeholders to always conduct a proper search before going ahead with any transactions.

He said the State Government is digitalizing the land registration processes to reduce bottlenecks surrounding land administration in the state.

He maintained that Governor Sanwo-Olu is passionate about curbing the issues of land grabbing with the setting up of the Committee on Land Grabbers in the State.

Olowosago also promised to revisit cases of forceful takeover of some lands and property from operators, especially in the Lekki area of the state.

Earlier, the Chairman, Real Estate Developers Association of Nigeria, (REDAN), Lagos State Chapter, Dr. Bamidele Onalaja noted that the real estate industry plays a pivotal role in shaping the landscape of Lagos, hence the need to collaboratively explore innovative solutions that will drive the sustainable growth of the sector in Lagos.

He said REDAN is working with the government to curb recurring building collapses in Lagos, urging developers to get the necessary documents before they set out to build.

Leading the stakeholders in discussion at the forum, the Chairman of MKH Group, Mr. Muibi Kehinde Hammed said that the Lagos State Government must adhere strictly to enforcement in the industry.

On her part, the Managing Director, Hafsam Properties, Hafsat Balogun lamented the increase in overnight agents infiltrating the industry.

The event had in attendance consultants, agents, investors, developers and realtors among others.

Y2023 World Food Day: Obele Community School, Wins Lagos "Agric-Quiz Competition", As Ministry Holds Sensitisation Walk

 

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Obele Community Senior High School, Surulere has emerged the champion of the 2023 Ministry of Agriculture Quiz Competition, for secondary students in Lagos, organised by the Lagos State Ministry of Agriculture to mark this year World Food Day, Theme: "Water Is Life, Water Is Food, Leave No One Behind". 

The event was recently held at Adeyemi Bero Hall, Alausa Secretariat, Ikeja, Lagos.

Speaking at the event, the Honourable Commissioner for Agriculture, Ms. Abisola Olusanya highlighted several ministry's program geared towards helping student to choose Agriculture as the first choice of studies in schools.

Hon. Commissioner for Agric, Mrs. Abisola Olusanya

"At the Ministry, we run several programmes in trying to bring to your knowledge the benefit of studying agriculture. We run a summer school programme every year which is usually in the month of August. We also have the Lagos Agric Scholars Programme, where we setup a smart system of poultry, aquaculture and horticulture in schools 

"We have initiatives plans with different multilateral and bilateral agencies in trying to push the narrative that agriculture is not a backward sector in Lagos and Nigeria.

"The truth of the matter is that some of the things that you put on, like uniform are made of cottons which is an agricultural crop. It therefore means that agriculture is embedded in your everyday lives. The hair cream that you usually apply on your hair, be it coconut oil or any other food items and addictive are products of agriculture.

The Honorable Commissioner also stated the importance of water and it's usefulness.  "They said that you can live without water for a long time, but you cannot live without water without seeing the effects on you. That is the importance of water and that is why even as students we must learn the effective use of water at all times." She concluded.

Gladly expressing himself, The Winner, Master Chibuike Nmesoma, from Obele Community School, Surulere expressed his happiness at winning the competition for his school. 

“I'm very glad for the Lagos State Ministry for Agriculture’s School Quiz that we had today (Thursday). Our school came first and I was awarded with a lot of prizes for representing my school”, he said. 

“I'm so glad to bring honour to my state, my school and to my people. I pray that God will continue to be glorified in Jesus name. Amen”, he added.

Also participating,  Agindingbi Senior Community Secondary School, Ikeja and Alaro Senior High School, Epe came second and third respectively.

Earlier, the Lagos State Ministry of Agriculture also held a "Road Walk" as part of the activities to commemorate the year 2023 "World Food Day" in Lagos.

LAGOS, STERLING BANK CELEBRATE WORLD TOURISM DAY

 

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LAGOS, STERLING BANK CELEBRATE WORLD TOURISM DAY

The Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture has partnered with Sterling Bank to celebrate the 2023 World Tourism Day with a series of events and activities to mark the Day since the 27th September, 2023.

Speaking at a recent event held at Tafawa Balewa Square, Lagos, the Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mrs Toke Benson-Awoyinka said the time has come to place value on what we have in Lagos because it is the only way Tourism can achieve its true potential in the State, noting that the country also needs tourism as an alternative source of revenue from oil.

Praising Sterling Bank for collaborating with the Lagos State Government in organising the events, the Commissioner averred that it is the responsibility of the Government to provide an enabling environment for businesses to thrive and Lagos has been doing the needful and will continue to collaborate with the private sector for a Greater Lagos.

Speaking also at the event, the Managing Director of Sterling Bank, Mr. Abubakar Sulaiman posited that we need to encourage ourselves and reawaken our curiosity, maintaining that it is time Nigerians change the narratives about Nigeria by promoting local culture, arts and tourism.

In his words: "The problem is our advocacy, we tell the world everything that is wrong with Nigeria but never tell them about the good things. There is only one way to make Lagos or Nigeria a top tourism destination and that is to come together to curate and say positive things about the country, talk about the culture, language, fashion and food among others”.

Also speaking at the event the Chairman of GAC Motors, Diane Jones commended the Lagos State Government for giving good brand promotion, noting that GAC Motors also supports zero carbon emissions like Lagos State and that its electric cars are on their way into the country.

World Tourism Day is an annual global event established to cultivate and create global awareness of the significance of tourism.

Top Government officials and dignitaries present at the event include the Special Adviser on Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mr. Idris Aregbe; Speaker of Osun State House of Assembly, Hon. Adewale Egbedun and Veteran Actress Joke Silva amongst others.

Lagos Airlifts 310 Pilgrims From Israel

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The Lagos State Government has successfully airlifted and returned 310 citizens who went on pilgrimage to Jerusalem, Israel.

Lagos Airlifts 310 Pilgrims From Israel

This was announced by the Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, via his X handle on Tuesday.

Sanwo-Olu tweeted, "I'm happy to announce that we have successfully airlifted and returned all three hundred and ten citizens who went on pilgrimage to Jerusalem, Israel.

"I want to thank you all for your concern and I must also express my joy to our Ministry of Home Affairs for a job well done."

The PUNCH also reports that the Nigerian Christian Pilgrims Commission has announced the suspension of all pilgrimages to Israel and Jordan, as a result of the ongoing crisis.

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BREAKING: Police officer who killed Lagos lawyer Bolanle Raheem to die by hanging– Court

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BREAKING: Police officer who killed Lagos lawyer Bolanle Raheem to die by hanging– Court

The judge Ibironke Harrison on Monday found the police officer guilty of murder of Bolanle Raheem.

The Lagos State High Court has sentenced Drambi Vandi, who fatally shot Bolanle Raheem, a Lagos based lawyer, to death by hanging.

The judge Ibironke Harrison on Monday found the police officer guilty of murder.

“The court found the defendant guilty on one count of murder. You will be hanged by the neck till you are dead,”

No More Business As Usual - Obasa Warns Council Chairmen, Others

 

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... says policy of one project every quarter now compulsory

No More Business As Usual - Obasa Warns Council Chairmen, Others

...says council chairmen, vice, councillors now under close monitoring

Local government chairmen, vice chairmen, councillors and other top officials of the 57 councils in Lagos State will henceforth face strict monitoring to make them meet the yearnings and aspirations of their people, Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa has declared.

Dr. Obasa said reports available to the House have shown that some of the council chairmen have not met the expectations of their people, so far. He warned that it will no longer be business as usual in the councils as the Assembly will now ensure strict compliance to serving the interests of the people.

At separate meetings with the council chairmen, vice chairmen, councillors and senior staff of the councils in Lagos recently, the Speaker frowned at the aloofness that these set of public office holders have exhibited at that level of government to the detriment of the expectations of Lagosians.

Obasa, who noted that council officials in Lagos were the only ones with four-year terms in Nigeria, added that it is disheartening how some of these chairmen personalise monthly allocations while their communities are crying for infrastructure and other forms of developmental initiatives.

"I wonder how you sleep with your eyes closed while your council cannot even build and equip a good maternity centre. You can't justify the fact that in six months, there is no meaningful project done by you in your community.

"Some councils have no single project for over two years, you treat the vice chairmen and councillors like they must be subservient even when you are going astray. Some of your councillors have not received official vehicles up till now.

"Some of your councils do not have legislative chambers, meaning that the councillors have not been holding sittings. How then do you get approvals for the money you spend?

"We are aware of how some of these councils go ahead to borrow money up to nine-digit figures without approvals or due process and how they lease council property without caution. We won't allow these to happen again.

"It is now strictly going to be true governance at the grassroots level. If you don't develop your communities, where would you fall back to when you leave office? How would the people see you?" The Speaker asked while urging the councillors to up their effectiveness. 

Obasa maintained that having a well-equipped maternity centre in every ward of the local governments for residents to easily access healthcare is not impossible. He also enjoined the chairmen to embark on creation of parks and gardens in their local government councils and areas for the well-being of the people.

Going forward, he said, each council chairman must adopt "a policy that every quarter, there must be something to show that you are truly in office. Let there be something to commission.

"If you're to construct a road, it shouldn't be one that would last for a month or a year. It should be something that would make people pray for you each time they pass through it. Let's truly serve our people."

He warned the chairmen, the council managers and treasurers against constituting themselves into a power bloc that runs the councils without inputs from vice chairmen and councillors, who are supposed to issue approvals for spending and projects.

"We are here today to talk to each other. This is no witch-hunt. But I want you to always ask yourselves if you have been doing well for the people who voted you into office. How well have you been treating your vice chairmen, councillors and staff too?

"Some of you were vice chairmen before and you bitterly complained about your chairmen. Now that you are chairmen, what have you done to change what you complained about? How have you bettered those working with you? How have you changed the lives of your councillors?

"You need to have the fear of God and treat the people around you right. We (my colleagues and I) seriously made efforts, passed through a lot to amend the law for your benefits and to make you stay in office for four years. You need to think about the public and how to touch them.

"The best way to handle your office is to touch lives and do things that would make people speak well of you later in life. We have not asked you for money. All we are saying is that you do things for the progress of our state.

"The governor of our state cannot do it all alone. You are, therefore, supposed to be the nearest to the grassroots and help him with your own efforts.

"We must try to move with the moment. The world is moving and we can't continue to do things like we live in the past," he said while advising the Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy to always guide the chairmen and other officials to deliver democratic dividends to their people.

In his comment, the chairman of Conference57, Kolade Alabi David, commended the Speaker for his advice and promised that there would be changes in the way the chairmen ran the affairs of their council areas.

Govt Reopens Ladipo, Oyingbo, Other Markets

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Govt Reopens Ladipo, Oyingbo, Other Markets

    

... Warns that future violation will attract stiffer penalties

The Lagos Waste  Management Authority, (LAWMA) has announced the reopening of Ladipo, Oyingbo, Alamutu Ologede and Ile-Epo markets, recently sealed for filth and gross environmental abuse.

The Managing Director/CEO of LAWMA, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, who made this known, emphasised the importance of stringent compliance measures in safeguarding public health and shielding residents against future health crises.

The reopening followed full compliance with requisite conditions. He said, "Following extensive renovations and compliance measures including, the implementation of stringent conditions and a written mandatory undertaking for reopening, Ladipo Market, Oyingbo Market, Alamutu Ologede Market, and Ile-Epo Oke Odo Market, have been reopened today for business transactions."

Dr. Gbadegesin stated that the reopened markets had to comply with a set of mandatory conditions listed for them prior to resuming operations. These conditions include providing a designated waste point; installation of block work fence and platforms for the placement of double dino bins; procurement of double dino bins for waste containerisation; commitment to putting in place sustainable market waste policing to guarantee constant cleanliness of the market environment and enforce proper waste disposal regulations; engagement of bin keepers; collaboration with accredited psp operators for timely evacuation; prompt payment of waste bills, as well as, dislodging Street traders from road medians and setbacks, preventing unauthorised vending. 

"A filthy market is a breeding ground for terrible diseases like cholera, typhoid, Lassa fever, ebola, malaria and others. We cannot stand by and watch some markets expose the people of Lagos State to such conditions which are clearly avoidable if they do the right things", he stressed.

Speaking further, he said, "We want to make it abundantly clear, that any future violations will attract stiffer sanctions, including the permanent closure of the offending market".

Gbadegesin implored the executive members of markets in the state, to live up to their responsibilities, urging traders to be public-minded by being hygienic in their trading activities, as that would be usually beneficial to them, their customers and added that, local government authorities would be entrusted with the responsibility of monitoring market operations' adherence to set conditions, urging members of the public to play a pivotal role in this process by promptly reporting any observed lapses in sanitation to LAWMA.

He reminded markets around the state that LAWMA's zero tolerance policy for reckless waste dumping in markets was still on course, warning that defaulting markets risked a closure and hefty fine.

For waste management related issues in your area, call LAWMA toll-free number: 07080601020 and 617

Breaking: Police Declare MohBad's Ally, Primeboy, Wanted, Offer N1m Reward

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Ibrahim Owodunni

The Lagos State Police Command, on Wednesday, declared Owodunni Ibrahim, also known as Primeboy, wanted in relation to the death of singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, aka Mohbad.

This was disclosed in a statement posted on the Instagram page of the Lagos State Police Public Relations Officer, Benjamin Hundeyin, on Wednesday.

The statement reads, "Following his failure to honour police invitation successfully sent to him since the commencement of investigation into the circumstances leading to the death of Mr Ilerioluwa Aloba aka Mohbad, the Lagos State Police Command hereby declares wanted Owodunni Ibrahim aka Primeboy."

It further reads, "The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP Idowu Owohunwa, hereby offers a handsome reward of N1,000,000 to anyone with useful information leading to his arrest.

"Ibrahim is approximately 1.64-m tall, male, dark-complexioned with tribal marks and Yoruba by tribe. His last known address is 3rd Power, Oke Eletu, Ikorodu.

"If seen, contact the nearest police station or call 0803 688 5727."

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17 independent power distributors get licences, 10 operational

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 17 independent power distributors get licences, 10 operational

The Federal Government has issued licenses to 17 Independent Electricity Distribution Networks operators, among which 10 are currently operational, the government announced on Tuesday.

It disclosed this in the 2022 Market Competition Report released on Tuesday by the Nigeria Electricity Regulatory Commission, an agency of the Federal Government.

The government revealed this while providing a breakdown of the country’s power distribution segment. Nigeria’s power sector is basically categorised into the electricity generation, transmission and distribution segments.

In November 2013 when the sector was unbundled into the three segments, 11 successor distribution companies were created and were privatised, as they have been serving the country since then, amidst complaints by consumers.

But in the just released 2022 Market Competition Report, the NERC said, “All the 11 successor Discos (distribution companies) have been privatised. Ownership and management of the Discos have been transferred to private investors.

Additional private distribution company has been licensed in a specified franchised area. 17 Independent Electricity Distribution Networks’ operators have been licenced, of which 10 are operational as at December 2022.

“The regulator explained that the market competition report was prepared in compliance with Section 24(2) of the Electric Power Sector Reform Act 2004, which mandates the commission to prepare an annual report for the minister as to the potential for competition in the Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry.

“The regulator explained that the market competition report was prepared in compliance with Section 24(2) of the Electric Power Sector Reform Act 2004, which mandates the commission to prepare an annual report for the minister as to the potential for competition in the Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry.

“This report provides a review of the level of competition in the NESI and assesses the progress for a transition to a more competitive market. The report further provides recommendations for transition to a more competitive market pursuant to Section 26 of ESPRA.

“The report is directed at a wide spectrum of readers including government officials and institutions, private sector, energy economists, engineers, financial and market analysts, potential investors as well as general readers,” the commission stated.

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Valedictory Service: Principal Govt. College Agege, Alamu Commends Sanwo-Olu, Alumni As 6 students received Scholarship Awards

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 6 students received Scholarship Awards

 Government Senior College, Agege area of Lagos, in Education District 1 has celebrated the out-gone 2022/2023 set, themed,  "The Release of the Eagles".

The event was held  In an atmosphere filled up with excitement and exhortations, one of the notable girls only schools in Lagos has held Valedictory Service for her 328 students at the school hall.

Speaking at the event,  the Former Permanent Secretary of Lagos Ministry of Education, Mrs. Abosede Adelaja, said that Government College Agege is known for producing notable personalities.

She charged the graduands to see themselves as stars that will make a difference in their world.

Adelaja, who is also an old student of the school urged the parents and guidances to Continually support the students in their endeavors.

In a remark by the Tutor-General Permanent Secretary of Education District 1, Mr. Adebowale Bashir congratulated the graduands for achieving the milestone.

Represented by the Director, School Administration, Mrs Maria Ojo, inspired the graduands to continue on the path of success as the District commended the school scorecards.

Speaking on the Valedictory lecture, the keynote speaker, President, National Association of Proprietor of Private Schools, Chief Yomi Otubela , charged the graduands on life after secondary School Education.

Otubela, spoke on Bad Companion Corrupts Good Character: Don't be deceived.

According to him, bad friends can influence someone with sound character.

He noted that imbibing values, such as integrity and honesty can see them through to adulthood.

The Educationist is optimistic of seeing the graduands excel in life with the values that have been imbibed in them.

The chairman of the event, Chairman, Strong Tower, Dr. Lekan Owodunni charge parents not to abandoned the upbringing of the children to caregivers alone.

In a remark by the Principal of the school, Mrs Bola Olushola Bola Alamu commended the academic attainment of the 328 Out-gone Students.

Attested to laudable performance of the students in the just concluded WASSCE, UTME and Post UTME.

The elated principal boosted that some of them have gained admission into university already.

Alamu Bola revealed facilities in the school such as the state of the Art ICT CENTRE STEM CENTRE, E - LIBRARY, PHYSICAL LIBRARY amongst others co-curricular activities have been very helpful to the students.

She commended the Old Students Associations, which of boost of notable personalities from various walks of life, including retired and serving Permanent Secretaries in Lagos State, for their unflinching support.

Alamu, thanked Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu T.H.E.M.E.S PLUS agenda on Education for providing facilities needed for learners to excel.

The high point of the event was presentation of awards and scholarship to 6 students by Seedtime Foundation; J.A Ade Foundation and MRA Odunsi Scholarship Awards

Some of awardees include Yetunde Temilade Okesade ; Ibukun Bose Akinola ; Paris Chukwudumebi Nwaide; Ifeoluwa Adeyemo; Sofiat Rasheedat; Aliyah Oyebanji.

Why We Built A Modern Market At Moshalashi, Agege - Egunjobi

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 Why We Built A Modern Market At Moshalashi, Agege - Egunjobi

The Executive Chairman, Agege LG, Alh. Chief  Ganiyu Egunjobi has revealed why his Administration deemed it to build a modern market at Moshalashi Alhaja Agege, Lagos. 

Egunjobi said that, part of the activities of the government was to create enabling environment for traders and boost economy of the area. "The market was built for convenient  use of traders, their  customers and residents.

” This  ultra modern market was built to bring succour to the traders and  residents.

“Before now, this place was a  hideout for  hoodlums and criminals , but we converted  it to this beautiful  market for the benefit of  traders ,their customers and residents “,he said.

The council chairman added that the lock-up shops could accommodate no fewer than  100 traders, apart from dozens of petty traders that could  be accommodated in the new market. He appealed to traders to shun roadside trading and  take advantage of the new market.

The market was  Inaugurated by the wife of Lagos State Speaker, Princess Bukonla Obasa, Wife of the Speaker, Lagos State House of Assembly.

Mrs. Obasa, who was ably represented by her  Personal Assistant, Mrs Kanyinsola Adebeshin, said the market  was provided by the council to address  inadequate market spaces for   traders and the attendant problem of street trading.

She urged traders in the community  to shun street trading and move into the new market for their convenience and that of their customers.

“We appeal to traders to shun roadside trading and  take advantage of the new  market.

In a brief interview with the Iyaloja General Agege, Alhaja  Taibat Tijani-Lawal, thanked the council chairman for the market, saying the traders would ensure proper use of the facilities  therein.

According to her, no trader will be allowed to trade by  the roadside  .

“Any interested trader will need to obtain a  form and follow the normal process before he or she can get a space in  the market ” she said.

Mrs Abosede Lawal, one of the traders ,also thanked the council boss for the market project, saying that the new facility would go a long way to help traders do their business safely.

Vice Chairman of the Council, Hon Gbenga Abiola, members of the Council Cabinet, the Baale of Panada in Agege, High Chief Wakilu Abayomi Sunmola, Iyaloja general of Agege, Alhaja Taibat Tijani, members of the market committee were top dignitary at the event.

Others include, The Contractor Mr. Tosin, Alhaji Olaniyi Oladeebo Okadigbo, Environmental health workers, Kick Against Indiscipline KAI personnel and Ministry of Environment MOE Enforcement Unit amongst others

Outrage As LUTH Doctor Dies After 72-hour Non-stop Shift

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Outrage As LUTH Doctor Dies After 72-hour Non-stop Shift

Tweeps have taken to X to share their thoughts on the death of a young doctor, identified as Dr. Umoh Michael, who died on Sunday after allegedly working 72 hours straight.

According to reports, Michael died during a church service at the United Evangelical Church on September 17. He was said to have worked a 72-hour non-stop shift at the Lagos University Teaching Hospital, Idi-Araba, where he was a resident doctor.

Doctors under the aegis of the Association of Resident Doctors, LUTH chapter, in a letter addressed to the Chief Medical Director, LUTH, Prof. Wasiu Lanre Adeyemo, attested to the fact that the young doctor was overworked.

They claimed Michael returned home at about 3:00 a.m. Sunday after a 72-hour shift in the hospital, adding that he had barely slept in their apartment before that day.

The statement partly read, “We the house officers are in deep grief over the loss of our colleague, a co-house officer (Dr Umoh Michael) who died on 17th September, 2023, after having a 72hrs call in the Neurosurgery Unit. 

"He is said to have been on call 72hrs before arriving home on Sunday morning to get set for church service, reaching his worship center (United Evangelical Church) where he slumped in the church at about 11 am.”

“His roommate attested to the fact that Umoh Michael had barely slept in their apartment over the past one week as he was always on call or the day he returned home was around 3 a.m. after surgeries and other activities in the Neurosurgery Unit.”

Reacting to the sad incident, LUTH’s Public Relations Officer, Omolola Fakeye, who spoke on an online platform (not PUNCH) Online said, “It is not true that anybody worked for 72 hours. I have not been briefed about his death. 

"We were at a programme yesterday (Monday), but I will find out; I can’t say anything now. I will check the medical report of what could have happened because anybody can say anything, but the medical report will show us what happened."

Tweeps have since taken to X to share their thoughts on the alleged inhumane treatment meted out to the doctors.

A tweep, drfynrekins, tweeted, "I salute my Hippocratic colleague & wish him farewell on his journey to the great beyond. I hope #nmanigeria would come out strongly and protect these young doctors. These deaths are devastating and unacceptable, and it would further deplete the numbers of those practicing in Nigeria and discourage those still in medical school. Unfortunately, the young doctors are the ones bearing the brunt of the decay in the healthcare system in Nigeria but this trend must be stopped."

Another X user, Doingood, tweeted, "We all need to be resting. Employers should please help us. May his Soul RIP ."

OgechukwuChime tweeted, "He is taking care of others and forgot to take care of himself."

Kuwait_magic also tweeted, "He lost his own life in the process of saving other people's lives. God knows I can’t be this good. I no fit die to make you live."

Camax3000 wrote, "Overworked, Rest in Peace."

Mazi_Ibem tweeted, "Lagos State Government should get more doctors from the already saturated labour market to assist. The daily pressure these doctors go through affects their health as well."

JoelUdanyi also wrote, "This is sad. Result of a health institution being understaffed…if not what else?"

"In a sane environment, it is a crime to work more than 11:30. You are entitled to 1-hour break as well," Kasalimi2029 tweeted.

Lagos varsity makes Yoruba Language a compulsory course for all students, names it GNS104

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The Lagos State University (LASU) in an obvious move to preserve Nigeria’s rich cultural heritage, has announced the inclusion of Yoruba Language as a compulsory course for all its students.

Lagos varsity makes Yoruba Language a compulsory course for all students, names it GNS104.

The new course added to the school’s curriculum from the 2023/2024 academic session is titled GNS 104 (Yoruba Language Studies).

LASU’s decision to introduce this course aligns with the broader national effort to preserve Nigeria’s diverse linguistic and cultural heritage.

The course, Yoruba Language Studies, is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the Yoruba language, one of Nigeria’s prominent indigenous languages.

It aims to equip students with language skills, cultural knowledge, and historical context, fostering a deeper appreciation for the Yoruba culture.

Speaking on the development, Professor T.M Salisu, the Dean of LASU Faculty of Arts and Humanities, expressed his enthusiasm for the introduction of the course. He emphasized its potential to strengthen students’ connections to their roots and promote cultural diversity.

“GNS 104 will not only enhance language proficiency but also encourage a more profound understanding of the Yoruba people, their customs, and traditions,” he stated.

The Yoruba Language Studies course will cover various aspects of Yoruba culture, including language structure, literature, history, folklore, and contemporary issues.

It will be open to students from all faculties as part of the General Nigerian Studies (GNS) program, reflecting LASU’s commitment to interdisciplinary learning.

Recall that the Lagos state assembly in conscious efforts to preserve Yoruba culture, heritage, and the use of the language in public places passed a bill in 2017 that made teaching of Yoruba compulsory for all schools in the state.

The assembly early this year also started using the Yoruba language for legislative activities.

Agege Local Government Executive Chairman Distributes Free Exercise Books To All Primary Schools Pupils In Agege

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To complement parents’ effort as another school calendar commences, Agege Local Government Executive Chairman,  Alhaji Ganiyu Kola Egunjobi, on Monday distributed free exercise books to some pupils.

Agege Local  Government Executive Chairman Distributes Free Exercise Books To All  Primary Schools Pupils In Agege

The Executive Chairman, who was ably represented by the Super for WAPA, Alhaja Aramide Aminat Abdulsalam at Dopemu Primary School and Leader of Agege Legislative Arms, Hon. Alliu Najeem Olohuntoyin, at Salvation Army Primary School.

Hon. Alliu Najeem Olohuntoyin, in his remarks, said the exercise was to serve humanity.

“Anything we do, we make sure to do it for the benefit of our community at large, making sure we do the little we can do to support education.

The Super for WAPA, Alhaja Aramide Aminat Abdulsalam, in her remarks, said the provision of the free exercise books would go a long way in ameliorating the life of the indigent pupils and their parents.

Head Teachers of Dopemu Primary School and Salvation Army Primary School, were excited thanked the executive chairman of Agege Local Government, Alhaji Ganiyu  Kola Egunjobi for the humanitarian gesture.

“Thank you for the exercise books. It was very thoughtful of you. Some of the students here don’t have note books.