LG Polls: Abdul Ganiyu Vinod Obasa, AVO 11 Points Agenda ...Empowering Agege for a Brighter Future

LG Polls: Abdul Ganiyu Vinod Obasa, AVO 11 Points Agenda

...Empowering Agege for a Brighter Future

AbdulGaniyu Vinod Obasa 

The journey to a greater Agege begins with a vision rooted in service, development and inclusion. Abdul-Ganiyu Vinod Obasa (AVO) is committed to transforming Agege into a model local government where infrastructure thrives, education is prioritised, healthcare is accessible, and every resident, young or old, has a voice and a stake in the future.This manifesto outlines the key areas of focus for the AVO 2025 campaign: a clear roadmap to sustainable growth, people-oriented governance, and meaningful empowerment for all. It is more than a promise; it is a pledge to serve, to uplift, and to lead with transparency and accountability.Together, we can build a brighter, better Agege.

1. Quality Education for AllWith 26 public primary schools within our Local Government Area and a growing number of pupils, we will:Strengthen the free school shuttle bus system to reduce transport costs for parents.Provide school bags every academic session and distribute writing materials each term to reduce the financial burden on parents.Renovate and reconstruct dilapidated school buildings, ensuring a conducive learning environment.Ensure no school-age child is left out of the education system.Facilitate regular engagement with teachers and students to promote excellence and accountability in education.Facilitate excellence through spelling B and debate competition, and encourage brilliance through One Day Chairman initiative.

2. Vocational and Adult EducationTo encourage our youth and increase literacy level within the Local Government Area, we will:Expand vocational training programmes to include diverse and in-demand skills for residents.Host regular entrepreneurship seminars to connect young people with business opportunities and service users.Introduce adult literacy classes for residents seeking to acquire basic education, regardless of age or background.

3. Accessible Healthcare for AllOur goal is to provide quality and affordable healthcare across all wards by:Equipping primary healthcare centres with modern medical facilities and essential medications.Introducing a community-based health insurance scheme to serve the poor and vulnerable.Creating a comprehensive social register to effectively plan and execute healthcare delivery.Recruiting additional medical personnel to meet the growing health needs of our residents.Constructing new and upgrading existing healthcare facilities (such that all the wards will be catered for).Introducing special care for the aged and engagement of physiotherapists.Ensuring 24-hour medical delivery services.

4. Environmental SustainabilityWe are committed to a cleaner, safer, and more sustainable Agege in all the 7 wards through:Implementation of a comprehensive waste management system.Regular evacuation of drainage silts to prevent flooding and health hazards.Expansion and maintenance of green public spaces.Provision of access to clean and safe water for all residents.Creation of an enforcement team on environmental offences Sensitisation of residents on proper waste management.

5. Infrastructure DevelopmentAgege Local Government Area comprises 304 streets and 13 major roads, of which 166 (54.6%) streets have already been constructed. Under the AVO administration, we will:Massively construct roads across the 7 wards.Install solar-powered streetlights to enhance safety and nighttime visibility.Construct solar-powered boreholes. Renovate and develop market hubs.

6. Economic Empowerment and Job CreationTo stimulate local economic growth, we will:Support small and medium-scale businesses with financial and technical assistance.Launch a youth employment initiative through public works and community development programs.Promote a digital, transparent revenue collection system to prevent financial leakages.Establish creative hubs to enhance skill acquisition and entrepreneurship in the ward.

7. Women and Youth EmpowermentWe believe in the power of women and youth and will:Provide training, mentorship, and internship opportunities to build capacity in Information Technology, entrepreneurship and leadership.Actively involve women and young people in community projects and local governance.Partner with relevant agencies to secure sustainable employment and leadership pathways for our women and youth.Provide special grants to women for economic development.Create opportunities for women.

8. Sports DevelopmentSports can shape futures and inspire dreams. Our administration will:Invest in sports infrastructure, including community fields and recreational centres.Initiate Agege Sports Fiesta, Catch Them Young, talent identification.Support budding athletes with the resources and exposure they need to excel.Establish the Agege Local Government Sports Club.

9. Community Engagement and Good GovernanceTrue leadership listens and acts. Our approach to governance will be:People-centred, inclusive, and transparent.Strengthened through active collaboration with Community Development Associations (CDAs), organised youth and other stakeholders.Anchored on regular town hall meetings and public accountability reports to ensure the government remains responsive to the people’s needs.

10. Security and Drug AbuseWe understand the importance of security and the implications of drug abuse. Our administration will:Sensitise and reorient people on the dangers of drugs and possible harms.Construct a rehabilitation centre along with vocational skills to assist victims of drug abuse. Support and work together with the security agencies. Strengthen and support the local crime fighters (Paramole) through training and empowerment.

11. Training and Capacity Development. Our administration will:Train and develop Local Government employees, council executives and lawmakers.Provide robust welfare packages for Local Government employees 

AVO 2025: For Progress, Prosperity, and People-Oriented Leadership in AgegeTogether, let's build an Agege where everyone thrives.

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GHANA CREATIVE AGENCY FORGES STRONGER CULTURAL TIES WITH LAGOS TOURISM MINISTRY

Yomi Durojaye 

As a way of deepening regional collaboration, while also strengthening the creative and tourism industries across West Africa, the Lagos State Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture on Friday hosted a high-level delegation from the Ghana Creative Arts Agency at the Ministry’s Headquarters in Alausa, Ikeja.

During the visit, the Lagos State Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mrs. Toke Benson-Awoyinka, described the engagement as a strategic opportunity for knowledge exchange, institutional partnerships, and sustainable growth in the creative sector.

“Lagos does not compete. We create and collaborate,” the Commissioner said. “It is a pleasure to host our brothers and sisters from Ghana. This engagement is about synergy, shared learning, and laying a foundation for cross-border support systems that benefit creatives throughout the region.”

Highlighting Lagos’ prominent role as a cultural and creative leader in Africa, Mrs. Benson-Awoyinka reaffirmed the Ministry’s dedication to developing a comprehensive, year-round calendar of tourism and cultural events. She noted that consistent programming would further position Lagos as a premier destination for arts, culture, and tourism.

She also emphasised the economic potential of the creative sector, describing it as a formal industry capable of boosting the local economy when properly harnessed. “Creativity is a vast industry, and everyone has a role to play in its advancement,” she added.

The Commissioner further pledged the Ministry’s full support for the upcoming Speed Boat Racing and Creative Summit, scheduled for October 2025, describing it as an innovative platform to showcase Lagos’ waterfront culture and diverse creative talents. 

She underscored the importance of institutional backing, sustainable public-private funding, and youth empowerment across all creative disciplines.

Speaking during the visit, Mrs. Bisi Omojare, Director of Creative Arts at the Ministry, elaborated on the Ministry’s operational framework, which encourages creatives - from architecture to comedy - to register with the Ministry. This system enables them to benefit from endorsements and receive government support for both local and international events.

Leading the Ghanaian delegation, Ag. Executive Secretary of the Creative Arts Agency of Ghana, Mr. Gideon Aryeequaye expressed admiration for Lagos’ structured approach to cultural development and affirmed Ghana’s commitment to building similar frameworks.

“We’ve always admired Lagos from afar, and this visit has confirmed why you are regarded as a big sister in the creative space,” he said. “Our purpose here is to learn, collaborate, and grow together.”

Commenting on the transformation of Ghana’s Creative Arts Agency following national reforms in 2020,  Mr. Aryeequaye suggested future immersive exchanges, joint talent showcases, and collaborative media projects that promote Afrocentric ownership of creative assets and resist cultural dilution between the two organisations.

JAMB 2025: Common Mistakes & How to Avoid Them

 Yomi Durojaye 

The first day of the JAMB UTME is always intense—some candidates breeze through smoothly, while others face avoidable setbacks. If you’re writing soon, don’t let simple mistakes ruin months of preparation. Here are the biggest slip-ups from Day 1 and how to steer clear of them:  

JAMB 2025: Common Mistakes & How to Avoid Them

1. Arriving Late to the Exam Centre:  

One of the most heartbreaking reports from Day 1 was candidates arriving late—some by just minutes—and being turned away. Traffic, wrong directions, and oversleeping were common culprits.  

How to Avoid It:

✔ Locate your centre a day before. Don’t rely on Google Maps alone—ask locals for confirmation.  

✔ Leave home extra early. If your exam is at 6:30 AM, aim to arrive by 5:30 AM.  

✔ Sleep early the night before. Set multiple alarms if needed.  

Missing your exam over lateness is painful—don’t let it happen to you.

2. Not Reprinting the Exam Slip:  

Several candidates showed up with outdated slips or none at all. Some printed theirs weeks ago and didn’t recheck for updates from JAMB.  

What to Do Instead:

✔ Reprint your slip 24-48 hours before your exam.  

✔ Print a physical copy (colour is best, but black & white works).  

✔ Do NOT rely on your phone—you won’t be allowed to use it at the gate.  

3. Forgetting Essential Materials:

JAMB doesn’t require much, but forgetting the few key items can get you disqualified.  

Must-Have Items:

✅ JAMB reprint slip (with correct date & centre)  

✅ HB pencil (for rough work, if allowed)  

✅ Valid ID (NIN slip or school ID, if required)  

✅ Transport money & light refreshments  

Pack everything the night before in a transparent file. 

4. Ignoring Instructions from Officials: Some candidates on Day 1 ignored simple rules—like seating arrangements or biometric procedures—and faced delays or disqualification.  

Key Tips:

✔ Listen carefully to invigilators—they’re there to help.  

✔ Follow biometric verification steps patiently.  

✔ Stay calm and polite, even if things seem slow.  

5. Panicking Over Different Question Sets: Many candidates were shocked that their questions didn’t match their neighbor’s. Some panicked, thinking theirs was harder.  

The Truth: 

🔹 JAMB shuffles questions to prevent cheating.  

🔹 The difficulty level is the same—just the order changes.  

🔹 Focus on your screen, not others’!  

6. Skipping On-Screen Instructions: In their rush, some candidates missed important directions on the computer, leading to errors like early submission or unanswered questions.  

What to Do:

📌 Take the first 2 minutes to read all instructions before clicking "Start."  

📌 Use "Next" and "Previous" buttons carefully.  

📌 Only click Submit when you’re 100% done.  

7. Not Confirming Exam Details Early:  

Some candidates went to the wrong centre or missed their slot because they didn’t double-check their slip.  

Avoid This Mistake:  

✔ Reconfirm your exam time and venue a day before.  

✔ If the centre is unfamiliar, visit beforehand or ask for directions.  

Final Advice for JAMB 2025 Candidates:

✅ Prepare early—don’t wait till the last minute.  

✅ Rest well before your exam—a tired brain underperforms.  

✅ Ignore exam "expo" scams—they’re fake and risky.  

✅ Stay confident! You’ve prepared for this.  

You’ve got this! Stay calm, follow these tips, and walk into that exam hall ready to succeed. Best of luck!   

Got questions or more tips? Drop them in the comments!.

LAGOS MINISTRY EMPOWERS 2,680 BUSINESS OWNERS WITH CASH GRANTS

 Yomi Durojaye 

2,680 Business owners have benefitted from the NG-CARES (Nigeria COVID-19 Action Recovery and Economic Stimulus) under the Lagos State Ministry of Wealth Creation and Employment which is aimed at alleviating the status of residents who are adversely affected by the pandemic.

LAGOS MINISTRY EMPOWERS 2,680 BUSINESS OWNERS WITH CASH GRANTS

The Commissioner for Wealth Creation and Employment, Hon. Akinyemi Bankole Ajigbotafe disclosed this during an interactive session held today, at the Academy Hotel and Suites Agidingbi, Ikeja, with NG-CARES beneficiaries of Lagos Cares Social Transfer delivery platform from LG/LCDAs  in Lagos State.

While congratulating the beneficiaries, Hon. Ajigbotafe reiterated that the pandemic did not just affect the health of residents but also disrupted livelihoods, businesses and the daily survival of millions of Nigerians, especially the poor and vulnerable.  

He emphasised that, in a swift response, the NG-CARES programme was part of social inclusion to restore businesses for recovery from challenges brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Ajigbotafe stated that one of the most commendable aspects of NG-CARES is that, it is performance-based and driven by the States Governments in Nigeria to ensure that, support reaches communities faster, more directly, and more efficiently.

He stated that the importance of the programme is to gather feedback and address concerns regarding the implementation and impact on the citizens.

The NG-Cares programme focuses on a more equitable distribution to under-serve populations categorized under targeted vulnerability profiles, namely: Aged, Chronically ill, People with Disability and Urban poor.

He implored beneficiaries to utilize the grant by investing in their businesses as tradesmen and he used the opportunity to state that, the state Government is preparing to onboard 5,500 beneficiaries in the next phase of the project.

Earlier in his welcome remarks, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Wealth Creation and Employment ESV. Olayinka Adebayo Wasiu reiterated that the session is a reflection and renewal of the State Government’s commitment to ensure that no one is left out of the THEMES Development Agenda of Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu’s Administration.

The event was well attended by partners from the Ministry of Economic Planning and Budget, representatives from Local Governments/Local council development Areas, and Directors in the Ministry of Wealth Creation and Employment amongst others.

"Go and Compete with My Children" MC Oluomo Fir£s Back at Critics Over His English

Eniola Ajose 

MC Oluomo has addressed those mocking his English, saying that while he may not be fluent, he has used his success to give his children a top-tier education.

 "Go and Compete with My Children" MC Oluomo Fir£s Back at Critics Over His English

Speaking at a public gathering, he shared his journey from a bus conductor to a top-ranking official in the transport union, attributing his rise to perseverance and hard work.

He said in the viral video, "I stayed there and worked hard, I wasn't educated. See, they said I said Kundus, is my son, not Kundus? You are educated; what have you done? They should go and compete with my children. I raised my children in wealth. My children are citizens of America, citizens of the UK. I worked hard to get to that level. Kundus, kudos, what's the difference? What do you want to hear? English is not my mother tongue, Yoruba is."

His message was clear, his achievements speak louder than his grammar, and he's proud of the legacy he's building through his children.

LG Poll: Why We'Re Rooting For Obasa's Son -Agege Youth Vanguard As Group Move To Purchase APC Nomination Form For Him

Yomi Durojaye 

A group,  Agege Youth Vanguard (AYV), has purchased  chairmanship nomination form  for Abdul Ganiyu Obasa, son of Speaker of  the  Lagos State House of Assembly, Dr Mudasiru Obasa.

 LG Poll: Why We'Re Rooting For Obasa's Son -Agege Youth Vanguard As Group Move To Purchase APC Nomination Form For Him

Mr Ismael Garba, the Coordinator of the group, announced this at a Press conference held today in Agege, Lagos.

Garba  said the purchase of the form,which costs N5 million, was to show support  for the young Obasa and endorse him for the July 12  election .

AbdulGaniyu Vinod Obasa 

Reports that support for Obasa to emerge as the next chairman of the local government has  grown in the area in recent days.

"The chief purpose of this gathering is to announce to you that we have a serious interest in the forthcoming local government election in Lagos in respect of Agege local government.

"Our interest is not about personal gain or to make Agege any political leader's private fiefdom as may be insinuated in some quarters. 

"We will all agree that the change we desire in Nigeria can only be achieved when the country is in good hands; and key to the development of a nation is its grassroots management. Therefore, for Nigeria to get out of its present hood, our local governments must get it right. 

"To us in Agege Youth Vanguard, the journey to the promised land starts with ensuring that the council does not fall into the wrong hands as regards the next Chairman and seven councilors who will manage the affairs of millions of residents and business operators that make up our community.

"Like they say in Lagos  political parlance, Itesiwaju Eko a  ju mo Jo se ni, we on our part did a thorough background checks on aspirants both for chairmanship and councillorship in all the wards based on information available to us; and arrived at the following decisions:

That the best man for the council’s Chairmanship job is Abdulganiyu Vinod Obasa.

"That his academic record beat that of all other chairmanship aspirants across all the parties. For your information, he has Bachelor's degree in Accounting and Finance from the University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield England, and a Masters Degree in Accounting and Finance from Aston University Birmingham, England.

"A PhD student at the Babcock University, Abdul-Ganiyu is an affiliate member of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountant (ACCA).

That the others' aspirants work experience are no match for his, which includes: Price Waterhouse Coopers (PWC), Providus Bank Limited, and Parallex Bank Limited where he was Head of Performance Management and Strategy.

"As we speak, he runs a private business, a going concern in real estate.

"That none of the chairmanship aspirants have his records in terms community service in Agege. This is marked by his football academy, VINOD, which as we speak has four football talents in Europe on the brink of signing professional contracts.

"That the fact that his father is the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly must not deny Agege of its best bet to reach a new height.

"That we will mobilise all the good people of Agege including his indifferent father to support him.

"Gentlemen of the press, we have put our money where our mouth is by contributing N5m among our members to buy APC Nomination form for Abdul-Ganiyu to enable him contest for the party primary

"In the same vein, seven councillorship aspirants across all the wards who we find worthy to manage the affairs of our local government with him will be given free APC nomination form by us.

 "At this juncture, we commend the outgoing Chairman of the Council, Alhaji Ganiyu Egunjobi(JP) for making our local government better than he met it.*

"Agege on his watch has witnessed tremendous development in terms  of infrastructure and human capital. Like they say, "The reward for good job is more job." So keep it up.*

APC LG aspirant backs Obasa’s son for Agege council poll

Yomi Durojaye 

The Vice Chairman of Agege Local Government and a leading aspirant in the July 12 council election, Mr Oluwagbenga Abiola, has welcomed his party’s decision to field Abdulganiyu Obasa as the APC’s flagbearer in the upcoming local government poll.

L,-R: Hon. Gbenga Abiola and AbdulGaniyu Obasa

Abiola is a political protégé of the Speaker, Lagos State House of Assembly and APC leader in Agege, Mr Mudashiru Obasa.

Speaking to the News Agency of Nigeria on Wednesday in Lagos, Abiola affirmed his loyalty to the party and to Obasa.

NAN recalls that on Monday, Agege stakeholders urged Obasa to allow his son, Abdulganiyu, to contest the council chairmanship.

According to them, this would reward the Speaker’s years of humanitarian service and political impact in Agege.

Reacting to claims that he faced pressure to withdraw, Abiola said he remained deeply grateful to Obasa for shaping his political journey.

He pledged total support for the Speaker’s leadership and said he would never oppose the party’s direction or Obasa’s guidance.

Abiola stated: “Let me make it clear — I will never go against my leader, Mudashiru Ajayi Obasa. This is the man who made me. He appointed me Special Assistant on Media when he became Speaker in 2015. In 2016, I was appointed Sole Administrator of Agege LG, thanks to his recommendation to the governor. That appointment made me the youngest council boss in Lagos State at the time.

According to them, this would reward the Speaker’s years of humanitarian service and political impact in Agege.

Reacting to claims that he faced pressure to withdraw, Abiola said he remained deeply grateful to Obasa for shaping his political journey.

He pledged total support for the Speaker’s leadership and said he would never oppose the party’s direction or Obasa’s guidance.

Abiola stated: “Let me make it clear — I will never go against my leader, Mudashiru Ajayi Obasa. This is the man who made me. He appointed me Special Assistant on Media when he became Speaker in 2015. In 2016, I was appointed Sole Administrator of Agege LG, thanks to his recommendation to the governor. That appointment made me the youngest council boss in Lagos State at the time.

“In 2017, I became Secretary to the Local Government, and in 2021, Vice Chairman — all through the party’s and Speaker’s support. So tell me, why would I oppose a man who built me politically and helped me grow in experience and influence?”

He admitted his ambition to become Chairman, but insisted he must submit to the party’s collective decision.

“Yes, I aspired. Every Vice Chairman dreams of becoming Chairman. But the party has spoken, and I fully agree. Leaders and stakeholders have united. They’ve asked the Speaker to allow his son to contest. I respect and support that. I stand with Obasa, with APC Agege, and with all decisions taken by the party and stakeholders,” he added.

Abiola noted that service to people was his true goal and believed more opportunities would come in the future.

“I trust my leader. He knows what’s best and can recommend me for even greater responsibilities when the time is right. I’m still young and full of energy. I’ll work for the party and ensure we achieve victory,” he said.

He added that he had instructed members of his Obasa Youth Alliance to fully support the party’s decision.

Lagos LG poll: Stakeholders urge Obasa to let son run for chairmanship in Agege

Eniola Ajose 

Stakeholders in Agege local government area of Lagos State have called on the Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Ajayi Obasa to let his son, Abdulganiyu Vinod Obasa run for the council’s chairmanship post.

 Lagos LG poll: Stakeholders urge Obasa to let son run for chairmanship in Agege

The Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission (LASIEC), recently announced July 12 for the chairmanship and councillorship election across the 20 LGs and 37 LCDAs in the state.

Ahead of the poll, aspirants from various political divides have hit the streets and online seeking to be made the candidates of their parties, with report of Lagos Speaker’s son aspiring to run for Agege council chairmanship under the banner of the ruling All Progressives Congress in the spotlight beyond the state.

Speaking at a press conference on Monday, Agege Stakeholders consisting of community and political leaders in the area called on Obasa to yield to their demand for his son to run for chairmanship.

“It’s our heartfelt wish that Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Ajayi Obasa rescinds his opposition to our collective aspiration of making Ganiyu Vinod Obasa our next council’s chairman.

“Our agitation stems from the indisputable fact that Vinod has the capacity to take Agege to a new height given his outstanding involvement in community service, experience, exposure and academic achievements.

“This is someone who has first and second degrees in universities in the UK in Accounting and Finance, and currently a PhD student at Babcock University.

He is equally not lacking in experience having worked for Price Waterhouse Coopers (PWC). He later joined Providus Bank before moving to Parallex Bank where he left as the Head of Performance Management and Strategy to start his own business, a going concern in the business of real estate and farming,” the spokesman for the stakeholders at the event, incumbent Executive Chairman of Agege local government, Chief Ganiyu Kola Egunjobi said.

Egunjobi who spoke on behalf of the stakeholders, which include: lawmaker representing Agege 02, Hon. Jubreel Abdulkareem, APC Party Chairman in the local government, Alhaji Tunde Disco, and Chief Safari Aderanijo further highlighted the junior Obasa’s records, saying his football academy, VINOD FA under the umbrella body, Kings Sports, is impacting positively on the community.

The stakeholders declared that the youthfulness of the Speaker’s son is consistent with what currently prevails in the council administration, adding that their motive for entreating the Speaker to support his son for the council’s chairmanship is to reward his commitments to the growth and development of Agege.

“How old was I when I became the Council Chairman 8 years ago? Same with the Vice chairman during my first term in office, he was much younger than me. Even the current Vice Chairman is way younger than me.

“We consider our earnest desire to have Abdulganiyu as our Council Chairman as a way of rewarding the numerous humanitarian endeavours of the Speaker in Agege land and beyond.

“Obasa has removed several families from poverty in terms of helping them to get jobs in the civil service and political appointments; and for most of us, this is a payback time,” Egunjobi affirmed.

How Police Recovered Firearm, ammunition From Tricycle Robbers In Lagos

Eniola Ajose 

The Lagos State Police Command said Thursday that it foiled an attempted tricycle robbery along Kudirat Abiola Way in the Oregun area of Ikeja, recovering a firearm, ammunition, and other dangerous weapons at the scene.

 How Police Recovered Firearm, ammunition Recovered From Tricycle Robbers In Lagos

The Command’s spokesperson, Benjamin Hundeyin, said in a statement that Alausa Police Division operatives on routine patrol spotted three men attempting to dispossess the rider his tricycle.

“Upon noticing the approaching police patrol van, the criminals took to their heels. The officers, undeterred and determined to prevent further harm, engaged in a hot pursuit,” Mr Hundeyin said.

He said the suspects abandoned a black bag while fleeing the scene. A search of the bag revealed a Beretta pistol, one live round of ammunition, a cutlass, a knife, and various charms.

The police stated that the tricyclist, who sustained machete injuries to the head and other parts of his body, was rushed to the Lagos State Emergency Centre where he is currently receiving treatment.

Meanwhile, the Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Owohunwa Jimoh, commended the swift response of the officers and reiterated the Command’s commitment to the safety of residents.

Mr Hundeyin urged members of the public to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious activity to the nearest police station.

Last year, the police in the state announced the arrest of four suspects for allegedly stealing three tricycles belonging to a mobility company in Lagos.

According to Mr Hundeyin, the company’s secretary reported the case to the Ogudu Police Division. He stated that investigations led to the recovery of the stolen vehicles in Lagos, Ondo, and Ogun States.

“The first suspect was arrested in Ondo Town with the first tricycle. The second was arrested at Mile 12 in Lagos with the second tricycle. 

The third and fourth suspects were apprehended at Idiroko, a boundary town between Lagos and Ogun States, with the third tricycle,” he said.

Mr Hundeyin added that the suspects will be arraigned upon the completion of the investigation.

Victims Rescue ongoing As LASEMA Releases Preliminary Report of Collapsed Building in Ojodu

Eniola Ajose 

Following distress alerts at 09:45hrs, the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency, LASEMA, activated the State’s Emergency Response Plans from Command and Control Centre, Alausa and Onipanu. 

Victims Rescued As LASEMA Releases Preliminary Report of Collapsed Building in Ojodu

*INCIDENT DESCRIPTION:*

Upon arrival of Agency’s Response Teams at the incident scene by 09:52hrs, it was discovered that a 3-storey building housing a Restaurant and Bar had collapsed, with several victims trapped under the debris at the aforementioned location. 

*CAUSE OF INCIDENT:*

- Cause of the collapsed building is yet to be ascertained as at the time of writing this report. 

*CASUALTY REPORT:*

- 8 victims has been rescued so far.

- One of the rescued victims attended by the LASEMA Pre-Hospital Care Unit has been transported to the hospital for further medical attention.

- Fatality: No deaths has been recorded so far from the incident as the time of writing this report. 

*ACTION TAKEN:*

- LASEMA Response Teams commenced Search and Rescue efforts immediately on arrival.

- Safety measures were activated with the operational area cordoned-off at the incident scene.

- The Agency`s Heavy-duty equipment, 'the escavator', has been activated and deployed to aid in the quick rescue of victims that may still be trapped beneath the collapsed structure

*CURRENT STATUS:*

- Search and Rescue operation is still ongoing.

 

*IN ATTENDANCE:*

- LASEMA Response Team (LRT) from Command and Control Centre, Alausa. 

- LASEMA Response Team (LRT) from Onipanu. 

- Lagos State Ambulance Service, LASAMBUS. 

- Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service. 

- LASTMA 

- FRSC 

- Nigerian Police Force

- LASEMA Pre-Hospital Care Unit.

- Lagos State Building Control Agency, LASBCA. 

- Chairman and representatives from Ojodu LCDA 

How CBEX Promoters Used EFCC, CAC Certificates To Deceive 600,000 Investors -

Eniola Ajose 

More details have emerged on how promoters of the fraudulent Ponzi scheme, Crypto Bridge Exchange, aka CBEX, convinced hundreds of thousands of investors to put money into the trading platform

How CBEX Promoters Used EFCC, CAC Certificates To Deceive 600,000 Investors -

CBEX, a digital investment platform, offered investors 100 per cent profit after 30 days of purported AI trading.

No fewer than 600,000 Nigerians reportedly invested in the scheme and lost N1.3tn after it collapsed on Monday.

Findings by Saturday PUNCH revealed that the promoters of the platform operated under a company registered as ST Technologies International Limited.

ST Technologies was registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission on September 25, 2024, and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission’s Special Control Unit Against Money Laundering on January 16, 2025.

Copies of the certificates were obtained by our correspondents.

One of the documents was titled, ‘Certificate of Increase in Issued Share Capital of ST Technologies International Limited Company Registration No. 7955973.’

It read, “The Registrar-General of the Corporate Affairs Commission hereby certifies that pursuant to the resolution and notice of increase in share capital dated 4th December 2024, and presented for filing on 5th December 2024, in respect of the above-named company, the increase in share capital from N1,000,000 to N201,000,000—by the creation of 200,000,000 ordinary shares of N1 each and preference shares of N0 each—has been registered with the commission. Given under my hand at Abuja this 17th day of December 2024.”

Similarly, the EFCC’s certificate of January 16, 2025, stated, “ST Technologies International Limited has been duly registered in accordance with the provisions of Section 17(2)(a) of the Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act 2022, and any other applicable law or regulation.”

Some of the victims, who spoke to Saturday PUNCH, said the registration certificates gave them confidence that the scheme was authentic.

“They were also doing charity, hospital outreach, paying hospital bills… it was a coordinated approach,” an investor who asked not to be identified said.

A check on the CAC’s website confirmed that the company remained active, though Saturday PUNCH could not access the names of its board of directors.

Open-source intelligence platforms such as NgCheck, B2BHint, and Finelib did not display the company’s address, board members, and other critical information.

A video clip from a Nigerian television station, ITV, identified one Adefowora Abiodun as the leader of ST Technologies International Limited, while another official, Oluwanisola Adefowora, was introduced as the company’s representative in Nigeria.

In the footage, the duo encouraged Nigerians to invest in the scheme and invite others to join, claiming it would help improve their standard of living.

“With the help of ST, you will not lose money. All you need to do is just to follow the order. They give advice; go in that direction. They are a group of analysts based in the United Kingdom,” Adefowora said.

The video was recorded on February 10, 2025 during the inauguration of the firm’s Abuja office attended by a crowd.

The Telegram groups

Findings by Saturday PUNCH showed that promoters of the scheme maintained different Telegram groups for users.

Our correspondents had access to three.

The first group, ‘ST Customer Support,’ had 144,460 members.

The other group, ‘Newcomer Advance Group,’ had 58,186, while the third platform, ‘ST Signal Group IV,’ had 87,864 members as of the first day of the crash.

However, all the Telegram accounts were locked following the crash of the platform on Monday.

Saturday PUNCH observed that the administrators of the groups used mostly UK mobile numbers with animated pictures for their profiles. They did not use their real photos.

LAGOS COMMENCES VACCINATION EXERCISE FOR 2025 HAJJ INTENDING PILGRIMS

 Eniola Ajose 

… Constitutes Working Committee, LGA Coordinators

The Lagos State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board has commenced the vaccination of its intending pilgrims against polio, meningitis, and yellow fever ahead of the 2025 Hajj exercise in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

The vaccination, which started on Wednesday, April 16 (day one) at the Shamsi Adisa Thomas (SAT) Mosque Hall, GRA, Ikeja, has intending pilgrims from Agege, Amuwo Odofin, Badagry and Mushin Local Government Areas being attended to. 

According to the roster of the exercise, intending pilgrims from other local government areas would be attended to as scheduled. On day two (Thursday, April 17), intending pilgrims from Ajeromi Ifelodun, Eti-Osa, Kosofe, and Oshodi Isolo would be vaccinated, while Alimosho, Epe, Ifako Ijaiye and Lagos Mainland would have theirs on Tuesday, April 22.

Apapa, Surulere, Ikeja and Lagos Island would be attended to on day four, Wednesday, April 23, while on day five, Thursday, April 24, Shomolu, Ojo, Ikorodu and JAIZ Bank, NIA and Royal intending pilgrims would be vaccinated. The last day, Monday, April 28, would be the turn of government officials and outstanding/leftover pilgrims. 

The Board Secretary, Mr AbdulHakeem Ajomagberin, said that the vaccination exercise was in fulfilment of the requirements for international travel. He, therefore, urged the intending pilgrims to make themselves available on the date appointed for their respective local governments. 

He added that officials of the Port Health Service (Federal Ministry of Health) would provide them with a yellow card after the vaccination.

Meanwhile, the State Government has constituted a 13-man central working committee to oversee and ensure the success of the 2025 Holy Pilgrimage in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. 

The Board Secretary said that the Special Adviser to the Governor on Islamic Matters, Dr. Ahmad Abdullahi Jebe has been appointed as the Chairman of the committee, adding that 21 Schedule Officers (Coordinators) have been appointed for the Local Government Areas of the State. 

He emphasised that the committee would be responsible for the Hajj operation both in Nigeria and the Holy Land, by ensuring that everything necessary is put in place for the pilgrims to perform the Hajj rites both in Makkah and Madinah seamlessly. 

  

Also, the coordinators would work closely with the committee to ensure that the needs of the pilgrims are met and their journey made as comfortable as possible.

Ajomagberin, who was recently appointed as the Board Secretary, explained that each member of the committee would chair the sub-committees constituted for the success of the pilgrimage exercise.

According to him, the sub-committees and their chairmen include Imam (Engr.) Shakiru Ayinde Gafar (Muna, Madinah and Arafah); Prof. Kabir Paramole (Dawah & Sensitization); Dr. (Mrs.) Faosat Dabiri (Medical); Alhaji Yusuf Ara (Bags and Luggage); Alhaji Mojeed Sanni (Transportation); Hon. Waheed Lolade Shonibare (Airlifting and Manifest) and Hon. Mayegun Musiliudeen (Accommodation). 

Others are; Alh. Agoro Ibrahim (Security); Issa Akeredolu (Media and Publicity); Imam Nurain AbdulAzeez (Tribunal); Alhaja Oluwakemi Okunola and Alhaja Idayat Elegbede (Special duties) and Board Secretary (Passport and Visa). 

He listed the appointed Local Government Coordinators as Anileleye Maimuna (Kosofe); Ige Kolawole (Agege); Adele-Sanyaolu Mariam (Amuwo-Odofin); Saidat Alogba- Kalejaye (Ikorodu); Musa Lawal (Eti-Osa); Ajarat Sanusi-Alaka (Alimosho); Khadijat Oluwa-Adegbola (Surulere); Fatimah Jaji (JAIZ Bank, NIA and Royal); Ahmed Rukayat (Lagos Mainland); Muhammed Abiola (Ikeja); Hassan Ismaila (Ojo) and Suraj Akinyemi (Apapa). 

Others are Lawal Abdullahi (Epe);  Abubakar Aliyu (Oshodi Isolo); Abubakar Lawal (Lagos Island); Bisiriyu Lookman (Ajeromi Ifelodun); AbdulSalam Silifat ((Mushin); Gafar Mujib (Badagry); Taiwo Anibaba (Shomolu); Bello Rashidat (Ifako Ijaye) while  Murtador Saudat will coordinate the Government officials. 

Ajomagberin said that the committees and LGA coordinators are expected to work collectively as a team with other stakeholders to address every aspect of the pilgrimage exercise to ensure a smooth, convenient and remarkable experience for the pilgrims.

Exam malpractice: WAEC revokes licences of 574 schools,

 Eniola Ajose 

The West African Examinations Council, WAEC, Nigeria has revoked the licences of 574 schools.

WAEC announced that the affected schools were found guilty of examination malpractices.

The examination body also stated that the schools will not be allowed to conduct examinations even as the 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination, WASSCE, commences from Thursday, April 24, 2025. Continue reading...

2025 UTME MOCK: JAMB TO PENALISE 180 CANDIDATES FOR EXAM FRAUD

Eniola Ajose 

No fewer than 211,000 candidates on Thursday sat for the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination Mock exam conducted by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board across designated Computer-Based Test in the country.

2025 UTME MOCK: JAMB TO PENALISE 180 CANDIDATES FOR EXAM FRAUD

JAMB Registrar, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, who disclosed this while monitoring the exercise at a CBT centre in Bwari, Abuja, revealed that the results of the mock examination will be released on Friday.

“They will have the results today. The results will be ready. Those who finished, we are working now on their results, but we want to compare with the second batch, the third batch, and so on. And see that everything is working well. But later by Friday, they will have the results,” he said.

Explaining the purpose of the UTME Mock, Oloyede said the exercise was aimed at testing the board’s readiness for the main examination and experimenting with new strategies to improve the process.

“The word is mock, and we want to say so far so good. What we want to do is to try some things. As students are getting wiser, we are also getting better.

“Because we are doing certain things to ensure that those things are done. So we are trying to make sure that when we go for the exam, we will have taken experience and taken some lessons from our experience at the Mock level. So, so far, so good,” he said.

The Registrar, who said the only way to pass UTME is by studying hard, expressed concerns that some candidates are patronisng rogue websites in order to cheat in the exam, adding that JAMB has also opened a decoy website targeting such individuals.

“We need to let the students know that the best way to pass the examination, UTME in particular, is to study. We are aware of some rogue websites asking people to come and pay that they can help.

“It cannot work. We have also opened our own rogue website. And as of this morning, about 180 students have paid.

“So those students, because to attempt to cheat is already an infraction. So those who paid into that account, looking for questions, we are going to deal firmly with them. And many of the institutions, UTME is not a school-based examination.

“We register students individually. And that is why we tell the students, do not give (out) your registration number. Do not register by proxy.

“Do not give your registration number to anybody. Because some of these schools want to be able to brag that, oh, my 10 students from my school scored 280. There was a state where even the governor of a state was misinformed, and they were celebrating nothing. So this type of thing that people want to cut corners, we are abreast of all this. And we are doing everything possible (to stop it).

“We have about 180 of them. And we are going to deal with them firmly. We are going to cancel their results, both UTME and DE,” Oloyede said.

He advised candidates to steer clear of fraudulent websites and individuals claiming to offer assistance during the examination.

“Some of them are paying N30,000 for something that will never work. And to some, when I look at those who have paid to us this money, I smile,” he added.

Recall that the 2025 UTME is scheduled to commence on April 25 at approved CBT centres across the country.

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Firearm, ammunition recovered from attempted tricycle robbers – Police

 Eniola Ajose 

The Lagos State Police Command said Thursday that it foiled an attempted tricycle robbery along Kudirat Abiola Way in the Oregun area of Ikeja, recovering a firearm, ammunition, and other dangerous weapons at the scene.

Firearm, ammunition recovered from attempted tricycle robbers – Police

The Command’s spokesperson, Benjamin Hundeyin, said in a statement that Alausa Police Division operatives on routine patrol spotted three men attempting to dispossess the rider his tricycle.

“Upon noticing the approaching police patrol van, the criminals took to their heels. The officers, undeterred and determined to prevent further harm, engaged in a hot pursuit,” Mr Hundeyin said.

He said the suspects abandoned a black bag while fleeing the scene. A search of the bag revealed a Beretta pistol, one live round of ammunition, a cutlass, a knife, and various charms.

The police stated that the tricyclist, who sustained machete injuries to the head and other parts of his body, was rushed to the Lagos State Emergency Centre where he is currently receiving treatment.

Meanwhile, the Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Owohunwa Jimoh, commended the swift response of the officers and reiterated the Command’s commitment to the safety of residents.

Mr Hundeyin urged members of the public to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious activity to the nearest police station.

Last year, the police in the state announced the arrest of four suspects for allegedly stealing three tricycles belonging to a mobility company in Lagos.

According to Mr Hundeyin, the company’s secretary reported the case to the Ogudu Police Division. He stated that investigations led to the recovery of the stolen vehicles in Lagos, Ondo, and Ogun States.

“The first suspect was arrested in Ondo Town with the first tricycle. The second was arrested at Mile 12 in Lagos with the second tricycle. 

The third and fourth suspects were apprehended at Idiroko, a boundary town between Lagos and Ogun States, with the third tricycle,” he said.

Mr Hundeyin added that the suspects will be arraigned upon the completion of the investigation.

Drama As Man Locks Wife And Lover Inside Shop Over Allegedly Cheating (Photo) - Family

Eniola Ajose 

A man allegedly caught his wife with her lover inside a shop and decided to lock them in, taking the padlock keys with him. shocked

The dramatic moment, captured in now-circulating footage, shows the husband found his wife and the alleged lover inside the shop. Instead of confronting them verbally, he allegedly locked them inside the shop and calmly walked away with the keys.

The video shows a growing crowd outside the shop, desperately trying to intervene. Several bystanders can be seen using various tools to cut the padlocks and free the allegedly trapped couple. The wife and her alleged lover were visibly sweating and uncomfortable due to the heat inside the shop.

Adekunle Gold Visits Lagos Tourism Commissioner, Toke Benson-Awoyinka

Eniola Ajose 

The Lagos State Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mrs Toke Benson-Awoyinka, and the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Mr. Olanrewaju Bajulaiye, welcomed one of Nigeria's worthy music ambassadors, Mr. Adekunle Kosoko, popularly known as Adekunle Gold.

Adekunle Gold Visits Lagos Tourism Commissioner, Toke Benson-Awoyinka

The courtesy visit which took place on Wednesday, aimed to explore and establish strategic partnerships that would enhance the promotion of Lagos State's rich and diverse cultural heritage.

The discussion centred on key issues that included collaborative initiatives specifically designed to highlight and celebrate Indigenous music genres, with an emphasis on integrating traditional sounds into modern contexts. Additionally, the conversation explored avenues for empowering young talents in the creative sector through mentorship programs and workshops.

Overall, the objective is to solidify Lagos' position as a premier cultural and tourism destination on the global stage, attracting both local and international visitors to experience the vibrancy of its artistic community.

JUST IN: Dangote refinery slashes petrol price again, now N835/litre

 By Eniola Ajose 

Fresh from implementing a N15 price reduction in its loading cost for Premium Motor Spirit, also known as petrol, the Dangote refinery has again slashed its refined products prices to make them cheaper, cutting its ex-depot rate to N835 per litre.

The new price is a reduction of N30 from N865 per litre implemented six days ago, marking a 3.5 per cent decrease and N45 from N880 per litre sold by the facility last Wednesday.

This price slash also marks Dangote’s third downward adjustment in under six weeks.

PUNCH Online gathered that the refinery informed its customers in a notice sent out on Wednesday morning.

It said the new price is inclusive of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority charges.

On Wednesday, PUNCH Online hinted at a possible price slash after the landing cost of imported petrol dropped to N853 per litre on Tuesday.

BREAKING: Court Nullifies Obasa’s Removal As Lagos Speaker, Voids Assembly Proceedings...Awards N500k As Damages

 Eniola Ajose 

BREAKING: Court Nullifies Obasa’s Removal As Lagos Speaker, Voids Assembly Proceedings...Awards N500k As Damages

Justice Yetunde Pinheiro of the Lagos State High Court, sitting in Ikeja, has nullified the removal of the reinstated speaker of the Lagos House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, which took place on January 13, 2025.

The court held that the action of the majority lawmakers, including the deputy speaker Mojisola Meranda, in which she emerged as the speaker, was unconstitutional.

The court also set aside all other resolutions and decisions made from the controversial sitting of Jan. 13 and awarded N500,000 to Mr. Obasa as damages.

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LG Polls: Lagos electoral commission meets political parties, pledges impartiality

Eniola Ajose 

The Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission (LASIEC) has assured political parties that it will ensure the credible conduct of the July 12 local government election.

 LG Polls: Lagos electoral commission meets political parties, pledges impartiality

The commission’s chairman, Mobolanle Okikiolu-Ighile, gave the assurance during a meeting with representatives of registered political parties in Lagos on Tuesday.

LASIEC announced on Friday that July 12 would be the election date in 20 local government areas and 37 local council development areas (LCDAs).

Ms Okikiolu-Ighile also pledged a level playing field for each political party before and during the election and sought their support for the exercise.

“Nobody among us is a card-carrying member of any political party. Let us be nice to ourselves. We are not your opponent; we are working for the betterment of this election.

“We are prepared, we are working, we have sworn an oath, and we are going to stick to the oath,” Ms Okikioly-Ighile said.

The LASIEC boss, while speaking on the election guidelines, encouraged political parties and aspirants to strictly follow the electoral timetable and the guidelines.

She said political parties must visit the LASIEC headquarters to obtain nomination forms, adding that they would pay administrative fees for processing the nomination of their respective candidates.

Ms Okikiolu-Ighile, however, stated that female candidates were to pay half of the administrative fees.

She said the details of the revenue code and agency code for the payment would be stated in the guidelines. Also, verification of candidates’ documents will take place at the commission’s headquarters.

The LASIEC boss said the election guidelines would be published on April 17, while campaigns and rallies would start on April 18 and end on July 9.

“Political parties are to submit details of their party agents between June 23 and June 28. The political parties are to give verifiable party secretariat addresses to the commission,” she added.

Meanwhile, Temilola Akinade, the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) chairperson in Lagos State, has expressed displeasure over the council’s neglect by the new LASIEC board.

Ms Akinade said the commission erred in how it released the election notice without the contributions of IPAC and other critical stakeholders.

According to her, important issues remain unresolved as regards the appropriate interpretation of the Supreme Court’s pronouncements on LG autonomy and how that will impact the 37 LCDAs established by the state government.

Ayinde Olawale of the African Action Congress (AAC) said the party would not participate in any local government election recognising the 37 LCDAs in the state.

Dele Oladeji, the state chairman of the Accord Party, urged the new board to always carry political parties along in the process.

Other party leaders took turns to express displeasure over the revised LASIEC law empowering the agency to conduct executive elections into 57 LGs/LCDAs, without the knowledge of stakeholders.

They said many political parties had yet to access the new law, stating that such critical legislation should be in the public domain.

Responding, the LASIEC boss said she could not meet IPAC earlier due to the huge workload and the need to put things right.

She explained that the law requires the commission to meet with IPAC only before the release of guidelines.

“The commission regards and respects IPAC and political parties a lot. The issue of guidelines is why we called for this critical stakeholders meeting to have your input,” she said.

Representatives of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Labour Party (LP), National Rescue Movement (NRM), African Democratic Congress (ADC), Accord, Youth Party (YP) and Action Democratic Party (ADP) attended the meeting 

Sola Osolana Declares For Agege Chairmanship Election...To Launch Billion Naira Plastic Industry

Eniola Ajose 

Sola Osolana Declares For Agege Chairmanship Election...To Launch Billion Naira Plastic Industry

Agege Business mogul turned politician, Hon. Sola Osolana has revealed that he will soon commission his newly built Plastic Industry in Ogun State and declared his ambition to run for Agege Chairmanship election.

According to Sola Osolana  Campaign Organization, Osolana declared his Chairmanship ambition to bring succour to Agege residents who will be directly employed at the factory.

Recall that Sola Osolana who was the Chairmanship Candidate of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in 2021; has moved to All Progressives Congress (APC) after  appeals from many party members.

He later urged APC members to support his candidature in the upcoming party primaries.

STRUCTURE OF JAMB USE oF ENGLISH EXAM:

 Eniola Ajose 

The JAMB Use of English exam is divided into three sections:

Section A: Comprehension and Summary  

Comprehension Passage: 1 passage with 5 questions  

- Cloze Passage: 1 passage with 10 questions  

- Reading Text: 1 text with 10 questions  

Total Questions in Section A: 25

Section B: Lexis and Structure  

- Sentence Interpretation: 5 questions  

- Antonyms: 5 questions  

- Synonyms: 5 questions  

- Basic Grammar: 10 questions  

Total Questions in Section B: 25

Section C: Oral Forms  

- Vowels: 2 questions  

- Consonants: 2 questions  

- Rhymes: 2 questions  

- Word Stress: 2 questions  

- Emphatic Stress: 2 questions  

Total Questions in Section C: 10

Grand Total:  

The Use of English exam consists of 60 questions in total.

HSC COMMISSIONERS EMBARK ON HOSPITAL FACT-FINDING MISSION

By Eniola Ajose 

In a proactive move to bolster operational efficiency and prioritise the well-being of healthcare personnel, members of the Lagos State Health Service Commission (HSC) have commenced their Y2025 fact-finding mission to all 30 General Hospitals across the state.

The Commission's initiative, which aligns with its statutory responsibilities, aims to gain firsthand insights into hospital operations while championing improved welfare packages for dedicated healthcare staff. 

The visits also serve as an opportunity to formally introduce the newly appointed Commission Members to the Medical Directors and management teams of the various hospitals.

So far, the HSC team has visited Harvey Road General Hospital, Mainland General Hospital (Infectious Disease Hospital - IDH), and Somolu General Hospital.

Upon arrival at each facility, the delegation, led by the Chairman, Dr. (Mrs.) Atinuke Onayiga, was received by the respective Medical Directors and their management teams. Subsequent meetings held in the hospitals' conference rooms centred on strategies for ensuring seamless operations, advocating enhanced staff welfare, and the formal introduction of the new Commission Members.

The visiting HSC team comprises experienced Commissioners, including Dr. Olumuyiwa Adetokunbo Solanke (Commissioner I), Dr. Mobolaji Ayotunde Olukoya (Commissioner II), and the newly inducted members, Dr. (Pharm.) Moyosore Adejumo (Commissioner II) and Dr. (Nurse) Ololade Fadipe (Commissioner IV).

During the engagements, Dr. Onayiga passionately advocated greater attention to staff welfare, emphasising that prioritising the happiness of healthcare professionals is paramount to achieving efficient service delivery, fostering loyalty, and ensuring unwavering commitment to duty. "With the inclusion of our new members, the Commission now has a complete and strengthened voice," Dr. Onayiga affirmed.

Other Commission Members echoed these sentiments, contributing valuable perspectives on strategies to further enhance the quality of healthcare services across the state.

Also part of the visiting team from the HSC were Dr. Olubunmi Adebiyi and Dr. Zainab Salisu from the Medical Services Department, and Mrs. Olufunmilayo Meadows, representing Administration and Human Resources.

This fact-finding mission underscores the Lagos State Health Service Commission's proactive approach to ensuring optimal functionality within its hospital network and its unwavering commitment to the welfare of the healthcare professionals who serve the citizens of Lagos State.

Lagos First Lady Empowers 500 Beneficiaries with Tools to Strengthen Livelihoods

 Eniola Ajose 

Today, 500 beneficiaries from across Lagos State received various empowerment tools; ranging From construction Vocations namely: Bricklaying, Plumbing, Welding, Auto Electric, Aluminum, Carpentry, Tiling, just to mention a few. 

Others are: Tailoring, Catering, Grinding Machines, Popcorn Machines, Spraying Machines, Mechanical Tools, among others, during an event hosted by the First Lady of Lagos State, Dr. (Mrs.) Claudiana Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, at Lagos House, Ikeja.

The initiative, designed to foster self-reliance and economic growth, was made possible through the collaborative support of development partners including @FCMBNigeria, @ProvidusBank, @LSETF, and the Lagos State Ministry of Commerce, Trade & Investment. 

The event was graced by the wife of the Deputy Governor, Mrs. Oluremi Hamzat, who represented the First Lady, alongside other top government officials. 

Congratulations to all the beneficiaries! With these tools, they are now equipped to create value, build sustainable livelihoods, and empower others within their communities.

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Why Hon. Ibrahim Adenekan Deserved a Second Term as Councilor

 

One Good Turn Deserves Another: Why Hon. Ibrahim Adenekan Deserves a Second Term as Councilor for Ward C2, Ifako Ijaiye Legislative Arm

In the heart of Ifako Ijaiye, one name continues to resonate with the people for his dedication, hard work, and relentless pursuit of progress: Hon. Ibrahim Adenekan, the councilor representing Ward C2 in Ifako Ijaiye legislative arm.

Having served a remarkable first term, it is only fitting that the people of his ward rally behind him once again, as one good turn deserves another.

Since assuming office, Hon. Adenekan has shown exceptional commitment to the cause of his constituents. His legislative acumen and people-oriented policies have distinguished him as a servant leader and a believer who truly understands the needs of the people. 

From infrastructural developments,welfarism & empowerment, community engagement to social interventions, Adenekan’s tenure has been marked by impactful projects that have improved the standard of living for the residents of Ward C2.

Egbin Power Bags Sustainable Development Company Award, Reaffirms Drive for Excellence

Yomi Durojaye 

 

Egbin Power Plc, Nigeria’s largest power generation company, has once again affirmed its leadership in sustainability, clinching the Sustainable Development Company of the Year title at the industry-focused Energy Times Awards 2024.

 

Head, Corporate Communications & Branding, Egbin Power, Felix Ofulue (right), while receiving the Sustainable Development Company of the Year Award won by Egbin Power Plc from the District Overseer, New Oko-Oba Foursquare Gospel Church of Nigeria, Rev. Dr. Wole Adebayo (middle), and Chairman, Editorial Board of Energy Times, Mallam Yakubu Lawal (left) at the Energy Times Awards 2024 held in Lagos.

The company was recognized for incorporating sustainability into its core operations, successfully integrating economic growth, social impact, and environmental stewardship. The award organisers referred to Egbin Power's approach as a blueprint for the future of energy development in Nigeria.

 

According to the award organisers, “Egbin has demonstrated what it means to lead with purpose through innovation, strategic collaborations, and strong community engagement. The company is not only generating power but also fostering sustainable development by promoting growth, reducing environmental impact, and improving lives.”

 

Speaking on the award, Mokhtar Bounour, CEO of Egbin Power, stated that it validates the company’s long-standing commitment to excellence and social impact. He said, “This recognition reflects the unwavering dedication of our team and partners. At Egbin, we don’t just talk about sustainability; we live it through every initiative, investment, and innovation. We are committed to leading the charge in sustainable energy practices in Nigeria’s energy landscape.”

 

“Our journey towards sustainability is ongoing, and we are determined to innovate and inspire others in the industry. Together, we can create a more sustainable future for generations to come,” he added.

 

The Energy Times Awards ceremony gathered key players from across the energy value chain, including government dignitaries, industry experts, and corporate leaders, highlighting the significance of the recognition.

Egbin Power has consistently shown its commitment to sustainability by implementing cutting-edge technologies and practices that minimise environmental impact while maximising efficiency. The company has deployed clean energy transportation methods, such as electric scooters and bicycles, and initiated walk-to-work initiatives. Egbin also organizes shoreline clean-ups and afforestation campaigns, setting a new standard for responsible corporate citizenship.

 

Moreover, the company’s impact goes beyond its operations. Through strategic social interventions, Egbin addresses critical infrastructure and development gaps in its host communities, focusing on sustainable development initiatives. These efforts include providing a fully furnished 5-bed Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at General Hospital Ijede, making quarterly donations of medication and medical supplies to the hospital and Primary Health Care Centres (PHC), and offering access to quality healthcare through its annual medical outreach in host communities.

 

Other programs by Egbin Power, such as the donation of solar-powered boreholes, annual scholarships, community football competitions, and empowerment schemes, are designed to promote economic growth and sustainable development.

 

As global attention on sustainability intensifies, Egbin Power is positioning itself not just as a power generator but as a force for good, setting a precedent for responsible sustainable development in Nigeria’s energy landscape. The company remains focused on innovation and sustainability, establishing benchmarks for other organisations in the region.

 

The Energy Times Awards celebrate excellence in the energy sector, recognizing companies and individuals who have made significant contributions to the industry.