Author: Olamide Obayemi

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State, Alhaji Yaya Dosunmu has affirmed that Rt. Hon Wasiu Eshilokun Sanni is the most qualified candidate to represent Lagos Central Senatorial District in Red Chamber among those among the contestants struggling for the office.  Alhaji Dosunmu, who was once a member of the Lagos State House of Assembly, former Chairman of the old Eti Osa LGA and former Treasurer of the Alliance for Democracy in the state, stated this at WES’ engagement with strategic stakeholders at Shangotedo on Friday, 27 January, 2023. The octogenarian stated that Rt. Hon. Eshilokun,…

The lawmaker representing Eti-Osa State Constituency II in the Lagos State House of Assembly, Hon. Gbolahan Yishawu, has advised parents not to deprive their children of education. Yishawu spoke at the ongoing 10th Gbolahan Olusegun Yishawu (GOY) Free Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Form Distribution on Friday, 27 January, 2023, in Lagos. According to him, parents who train their children through school are setting their families on the right pedestal and creating the nation’s needed manpower. “I advise every parent within the confines of our state to ensure their children go to school. “It is a disservice to your…

The Nigeria Police Force has concluded the training of its officers attached to the Explosive Ordnance Disposal – Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear (EOD-CBRN) Unit. The training which discussed established protocols for safe explosives disposal and preventive measures ahead of the 2023 General Elections was approved by the Inspector-General of Police, Usman Alkali Baba, as part of his vision to ensure strategic and timely training and retraining of police officers, particularly those with dynamic specializations. Upon conclusion of the training and quarterly conference of Commanders and Heads of EOD formations across the country, where the Commissioner of Police in charge…

The House of Representatives Adhoc Committee on new naira re-design and naira swap policy has rejected the ten day extension granted by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) for the exchange of old naira notes. The CBN had fixed Tuesday, 31 January, 2023, as the deadline for the exchange of the old naira notes: N200, N500 and N1000. The CBN Governor, Godwin Emefiele on Sunday, 29 January, 2023, said President Muhammadu Buhari gave permission for the deadline to be extended to Friday, 10 February, 2023. In its swift reaction, the Adhoc Committee, chaired by the Leader of the House, Hon.…

Kafilat Adetola Ogbara has always stand tall among her peers. Since her days in the University of Lagos, she had always been a goal-getter and had always set higher standard of excellence for herself to achieve. Among her peers, she has always develop that leadership qualities that have endeared her to many. Today, Ogbara is the All Progressives Congress (APC) House of Representatives Candidate for Kosofe Federal Constituency and for those who have been monitoring political events in Kosofe Federal Constituency, majority believed that she is not only the candidate to beat in the election but many also see her…

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has finally extended the deadline for the swap of old naira notes at commercial banks by 10 days. In a press statement issued on Sunday, 29 January, 2023, Godwin Emefiele, CBN Governor, said the new deadline is now Friday, 10 February, 2023. However, Nigerians will still be able to deposit their old notes directly with the CBN until February 17, 2023 described as “grace period”. Nigerians had been complaining about the inability to swap their old notes for the new designs as the January 31 deadline loomed. Although banks are working through the weekend…

The Ikorodu Oga Development Association (IKODASS) has called for application from indigenes of Ikorodu for the Late Justice Mubasheer Akanbi Abiru Scholarship Scheme. The scheme is sponsored by the Senator representing Lagos East Senatorial District in the Upper Legislative Chamber, Senator Mukhail Adetokunbo Abiru. Applications for the scholarship opened on Friday, 20 January, 2023 and closes on Sunday, 20 February, 2023. Interested applicants are to apply via: https://www.ikoroduoga.com.ng/latejusticemubasheerakanbiabiru. According to a statement released on Thursday, 19 January, 2023, by the IKODASS Chairman, Mr Rotimi Erogbogbo, the application is opened for all indigenes who are 18 as at their last birthday and…

The Governor of Nasarawa State, Abdullahi Sule, has described the tragic death of his eldest son, Hassan, as a test of faith from Almighty Allah. Governor Sule stated this on Friday, 27 January, 2023, while receiving condolences at the palace of his father, the Sarkin Gudi, His Royal Highness Alhaji Sule Bawa. The Governor said that the experiences he had gathered from the Holy Qu’ran, Allah has vowed to test the faith of every believer. “I see this as a test of faith from Almighty Allah. I was the person consoling somebody that lost his 9 children and 70 cows…

The intention of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu not to attend the Governorship debate organised by the Platform is nothing but an excuse to save his face from impending embarrassment at the debate. It is disheartening to note that the incident referred to by the governor was orchestrated and perpetrated by his party members with these thugs shooting in two areas of the LGA before the campaign team of Dr. Abdul-Azeez Olajide Adediran arrived the local government. A responsible government who truly cares about the people should have received a briefing on the incident to know his party thugs were the ones…

The Lagos State Government has noted the flood of comments sparked by the shocking video of a group of thugs shooting in broad daylight in Surulere. Security agencies are investigating the video, which has gone viral on the social media. We believe they will fish out and prosecute the evil actors, who are believed to be henchmen of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). We condemn this savagery that has portrayed our state, the safest in Nigeria, in a bad light. That is not who we are; we are civilized and cultured. Following advice from competent sources, including elders and…

The All Progressives Congress (APC) Ojo Federal Constituency Campaign Council continued its engagements with stakeholders in the Federal Constituency when it met the Council of Obas in Ojo, Iba and Oto Awori councils. The meeting which was held on Friday, 27 January, 2023 took place at the Council Chamber of Ojo Local Government Secretariat. Director General of the Campaign Council, Hon. Rosulu Olusola Idowu, while welcoming the traditional rulers to the meeting expressed appreciation to the the royal fathers for attending the parley praying that their reign be long and fruitful. He stated, that as custodians of tradition and cultural…

The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity (Office of the Vice President), Mr Laolu Akande, has bagged the University of Ibadan Alumni Group’s 2022 Special Recognition Award. The convener of “World of Uites”, organisers of the awards, Mr Tobilola Ogunbajo, assisted by a member of the group, Mr Onele Peter-Cole, made the presentation to Vice President’s spokesman on Friday, 27 January, 2023, in his office at the Presidential Villa. “The World of Uites – a virtual gathering of the University of Ibadan alumni, affiliated with the Lagos Chapter is recognising Mr Akande for his selfless service…

The APC sponsored thugs in Surulere local government of Lagos state unleash violence on persons and groups of people in the area ahead of the scheduled visitation of the PDP Gubernatorial candidate visit to the ward on Thursday – Friday, January 26-27, 2023 in continuation of his tour of the 245 wards in Lagos state. The hoodlums went to the Baale of Ojuoluwa in Empire area of the LGA to threaten him not to receive the entourage who was billed to pay him a courtesy visit. The gates leading to the entire empire area was locked and vehicular movement around…

By Abiodun Komolafe The sole essence of a man or the sum total of his personality profile is to be located in his character! In Bola Tinubu, as in other humans, the attributes of this character are consistent. Therefore, no matter what the naysayers may say, once one is able to reach him, Tinubu has such a large heart that he gives to people compulsively. Of course, whether he becomes Nigeria’s next president or not, those good deeds are to his credit! Unfortunately, none of the other presidential candidates currently jostling for the key to Aso Rock Villa could come…

By Elizabeth IseOluwa Iruonagbe Everyone has a physical appearance, but there is always a craving for enhancement. It is important to look good by dressing neat and with modesty. However, in the 21st century, physical appearance has gone beyond the normal. People have become engrossed in their physical look beyond the ordinary. Some people feel inadequate by their natural looks. There are all kinds of enhancement taking place, some out of the extraordinary. Nose enhancement, face lifting, lightening of the eyes, lips moulding, breast enhancement, liposuction among others are some ways people try to alter their natural physical appearance. We…

By Abraham Boluwatife Sewedo “Adulthood na scam” a song by a Nigerian popstar explains the harsh side of being an adult. The unusual increase in the price of everything in the nation has become quite unbearable. Even the cheapest things in the country are now expensive. Every now and then, you find people complain about the price hike. Gone are those days when a sachet of water was sold for N5, now three sachets are sold for N50. The increase in the price of everything is now annoying. The latest gist is about the increase in fuel price. Even students…

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu has congratulated the immediate past Governor and All Progressives Congress (APC) Governorship Candidate in the July 16, 2022 governorship election in Osun State, Mr. Gboyega Oyetola, on his victory at the Osun State Election Petitions Tribunal. Governor Sanwo-Olu, who was the Chairman of the APC Governorship Campaign Council for the last Osun State Governorship Election, commended the judiciary “for doing the right thing.” It would be recalled that the Osun Election Petitions Tribunal hearing Oyetola’s petition against the victory of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP’s Ademola Adeleke in Oshogbo, Osun State capital on Friday,…

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Friday, 27 January, 2023, signed the State’s N1.768 trillion “Budget of Continuity” into law to consolidate development strides of his administration and satisfy the yearnings of the residents. The Governor said the fiscal document not only “aggressively” focus on completing ongoing capital projects, it would also expand intervention programmes and intensify social support to citizens and their means of livelihoods. The budget was assented to at a short ceremony held at the Governor’s Office in Alausa. Sanwo-Olu said the spendings would further demonstrate his Government’s determination to scale up good governance and quality service…

Our attention has been drawn to the terror unleashed on innocent and law abiding citizens of Lagos state by the gubernatorial candidate of the PDP in the forthcoming national elections, Jide Adediran, otherwise known as Jandor in the course of his campaign in Surulere Local Government. The incident left in its wake several injured victims and three people reportedly died. We condemn in strong terms the unwarranted and unprovoked resort to violence on the citizens of the state in the name of electioneering campaign. In broad daylight, Jandor’s thugs fired guns at their hapless victims who ran for dear lives. …