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01/04/2024

Wahala!

Eniola Alao and Bobrisky showed up at Cinema for Ajakaju film.

This is coming few days after Eniola Alao apologized to the public for been dragged by Netizens for presenting a 'sisterhood' award to a crossdresser.

27/03/2024

LAGOS RECEIVES DANGOTE’S RICE SUPPORT FOR VULNERABLE HOUSEHOLDS

•‘This is extreme kindness, compassion’ — Sanwo-Olu hails Dangote Foundation’s largesse

Lagos State Government has received 80,000 bags of 10 kilogrammes of rice to bolster its interventions targeted at ameliorating the impacts of current hardship on vulnerable households in the State.

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Wednesday, personally received fully loaded trucks laden with 80,000 units of 10kg bags of rice supplied by Aliko Dangote Foundation for immediate distribution to various segments of the vulnerable population.

Africa's richest man and Chairman of Aliko Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, was accompanied by his billionaire associate, Mr. Femi Otedola, and daughter, Fatimah Dangote, to fulfil the corporate social responsibility aimed at supporting the nutritional needs of residents in the fasting period and easing the prevailing situation of hardship.

The intervention was part of the Foundation’s ongoing rollout of one million bags of 10kg rice to vulnerable families across 36 states of the federation and the Federal Capital Territory, with Lagos taking the second largest share of the largesse.

Sanwo-Olu described the gesture as “extreme act of kindness”, noting that Dangote had always stood out as a “unique breed of citizen” enamoured with love and compassion for the downtrodden.

The Governor said: “For extending this gesture of love and kindness to the needy and vulnerable people in the country, Alhaji Dangote has shown that he is a Nigerian that has chosen to be different. The trait of Dangote’s humanity is not just living in his body; he has, by this huge intervention, openly demonstrated the trait of human kindness he possesses in no small measure.

“The donation of 80,000 units of 10kg bags of rice demonstrates that philosophy of the Foundation. This is extending empathy to those in need of little assistance in these difficult times. This direct intervention translates to compassion and goes beyond the pursuit of only profit and wealth. This is a period the Government and private sector need to take joint action to ameliorate the pains being experienced by citizens due to inflation.”

Sanwo-Olu said the supplies would shore up the State-led interventions and help to alleviate the food shortage caused by inflation.

The Governor said his administration had rolled out key multi-sectoral initiatives to assist Lagosians cope, including slashing of fares for public transport, reviving of health palliative, and discounted food items supplies across the State.

Sanwo-Olu disclosed that the State Government would be distributing 100,000 combo boxes of food items to thousands of households free of charge, urging private organisations to emulate the Foundation’s gesture and support the ongoing efforts by the State to ramp up its interventions.

He said: “We have also secured 100,000 units of combo food packs for distribution to various segments of vulnerable communities in the State. We are finalising the logistics for the delivery. This is in addition to the weekly supply of discounted food items to various community markets.

“We embark on these initiatives in order to accommodate and assist the majority of the population cope in this period. I thank Lagosians for their patience and demonstration of resilience despite the challenges we are all passing through. When we work together, we will come out of this situation better and stronger.”

Dangote said the gesture underscored the Dangote Group’s commitment to exhibit spirit of compassion and solidarity with the vulnerable people, noting that the Foundation had fulfilled the mission yearly over the past 30 years to support Nigerians during fasting periods.

Dangote said Lagos became the second State after Kano where distribution of rice was being done, stressing that Lagos had strategic importance for the success of the outreach.

He said: “We recognise that the current circumstances where a significant number of Nigerians are experiencing hardship due to prevailing food prices inflation requires that we, the Dangote Foundation, provide succour for those affected. That is why we have reserved 200,000 metric tons of rice for distribution across 774 Local Government Areas in the country.”

The Foundation’s Managing Director, Ms. Zouera Youssoufou, said the coincidence of Ramadan and Lent compelled the organisation to raise the volume of food items, pointing out that the largesse was being extended to all faiths.

She said the Foundation would handle the distribution of the items, while Lagos Government would provide the beneficiaries.

24/03/2024

Renewed Hope: Lagos First Lady Presents Cash, Gifts To New Set Of Beneficiaries

•••80 Senior Citizens Get Cash To Cushion Effect Of Economic Hardship

Lagos State First Lady, Dr. Claudiana Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu has presented cash token and gift items to new beneficiaries of the Renewed Hope Initiative Elderly Support Scheme (RHIESS), emphasizing that the government will continue to support Senior Citizens and positively influence their lives.

The presentation was held at the Banquet Hall, Lagos House, Ikeja on Saturday.

She said the initiative championed by Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu (CON), was borne out of her steadfast commitment to the well-being of elderly citizens, noting that this significant stride is in the government’s collective pursuit of a more inclusive and compassionate society.

Dr. Sanwo-Olu recalled that the RHIESS initiative launched in December, last year by Senator Oluremi Tinubu produced 250 beneficiaries from each of the 36 States of the federation, emphasizing that the Lagos Edition being launched on Saturday was targeted at 80 beneficiaries in the first instance.

The First Lady said the gesture will further cushion the effect of the economic situation and alleviate the burdens of the beneficiaries during this Ramadan period and Easter celebration.

She encouraged the senior citizens to prioritize their wellbeing and health. “To our senior citizens, I urge you to embrace life to the fullest, prioritize your health, nurture your minds, and strengthen your bonds with loved ones and with God. These are the keys to a rich and fulfilling life in your golden years,” she said.

The event was attended by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Youth and Social Development, Pharm. Toyin Oke-Osayintolu; Representative of the Permanent Secretary, Office of the Chief of Staff, Mr Akinrinade Morakinyo Oluwola, and staff of the Office of the First Lady.

24/03/2024

BREAKING!
287 kidnapped students in kuriga, Kaduna State Regain Freedom after 16 days in captivity.

17/03/2024

Lagos Subeb Board Member, Dr. Adedoyin Distributes Food items to Constituents
..Dedicate gesture to late mum, Lagos Speaker

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The Permanent Board Member, Lagos State Universal Basic Education Board, Lagos SUBEB, Dr Abiodun Olanrewaju Adedoyin has doled out food items to women in the Agege area of Lagos.

The event which was in honour of her late mum, Alhaja Sanusi, held at the Constituency office of Lagos State House of Assembly Speaker, in Agege.

Dr. Sherifat Abiodun Adedoyin who also doubled as the Convener, of Obasa Progressive Women Forum, used the occasion to commend the women for their support during the funeral ceremony of her late mum, who died a few days ago.

She advocated for unity amongst the woman folks in Agege, especially, the All Progressive Congress, saying that showing kindness to people around them would to the advantage of the party during any elections.

Dr. Adedoyin seeks more support for the leadership of Rt. Hon. Dr. Mudashiru Obasa.

The high point of the gathering was the presentation of the food items to the women present.

16/03/2024

‘OUNJE EKO’ FOOD MARKETS OPEN ACROSS LAGOS FROM SUNDAY

Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu has directed that 'Ounje Eko' food markets should commence discounted sale of food items across the five divisions of Lagos effective from Sunday, March 17, 2024.

The food items - rice, beans, gari, bread, eggs, tomatoes, pepper, among others - will be sold at 25% discount to residents.

In order to prevent sharp practices and ensure the foodstuff reaches a large number of Lagosians, a voucher system will be introduced as the pilot scheme kicks off.

Independent payment solution providers and food vendors have been identified and carefully selected to operate the process. They will also provide real-time data on the exercise for monitoring.

For the purpose of transparency, prices of the items have also been listed. A 5kg bag of rice would sell for N5,325 while 1kg goes for N1,065; 5kg bag of Beans - N6,225 while 1kg would sell for N1,245. Prices of other staple food items will also be made available through various media outlets.

The markets will be open at 27 locations in Ikeja; six in Lagos Island; nine in Ikorodu; five in Epe; and 10 in Badagry divisions.

Mr. Governor has called on all Lagosians to cooperate with the operators at the various locations, monitor the process, and provide feedback through official channels of the Lagos State Government.

13/03/2024

STRATEGIC TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT, SAFETY AROUND EVENT CENTRES, LASG COLLABORATES WITH OPERATORS

For effective traffic management and safety around event centres and other places of social gatherings in Lagos State, the operatives of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) have concluded all necessary arrangements to collaborate with operators and owners of event centres and other relevant stakeholders for a seamless traffic flow across the State.

This was made known in a press release by Adebayo Taofiq, Director, Public Affairs and Enlightenment Department of LASTMA as the Special Adviser to the Governor on Transportation, Hon. Sola Giwa held a 'Stakeholder Parley on Traffic Management and Safety at Events Centres and Places of Gathering' held at LCCI Conference and Exhibition Centre, Ikeja, Lagos, today Wednesday, 13 March 2024.

The Special Adviser disclosed further that the Government would no longer condone indiscipline on the roads as slight delays caused by indiscriminate parking around event centres results in heavy traffic congestion which may take hours to ease.

He added that the stakeholders' parley was not targeted at disrupting events centres businesses, rather it was to ensure orderliness and reduce the travel time of motorists.

The General Manager of LASTMA, Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki in his welcome address made it known that effective traffic management around events centres contributes strongly to the safety of attendees at such gatherings and other residents in that area.

"The interest of other motoring public should be prioritized and considered while operators of event centre run their businesses".

"All hands must be on deck to ensure that sanity is maintained whenever there is any social gathering at event centres across Lagos metropolis."Mr. Bakare-Oki said

Also speaking at the event, the Director General of the Lagos State Safety Commission, Mr. Lanre Mojola, in his remarks highlighted the importance of effective traffic management around event centres including other places of social gatherings.

According to Mr. Mojola, "Lagos State Safety Commission is responsible for monitoring and maintaining safety standards around event centres, clubs and other places of gatherings"

While assuring the support of his Agency in regulating activities surrounding events centres, he, however, implored all stakeholders in the industry to comply with 'Traffic Management Policy Plans' to save travel time.

Present at the stakeholders' parley were Operators/Owners of event centres, Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Transportation, Hon. Toyin Aremu, top management staff of LASTMA, Commanders, and Zonal Heads

13/03/2024

Here's Abiodun Adegoke (Big Naija) with 7 feet 11 inches. A Nigerian.

12/03/2024

Take care of your maid like your biological children.

Your maid may be holding the keys to your children future or your home happiness, in the long run.

12/03/2024

LASG TO HOLD STAKEHOLDERS PARLEY ON TRANSPORTATION SAFETY AT EVENT CENTRES, PLACES OF GATHERING IN LAGOS

Office of the Special Adviser on Transportation in collaboration with the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) and Lagos State Safety Commission is organizing a special stakeholders parley on transportation Safety at event centres, clubs and places of gathering in Lagos.

The Special Adviser to the Governor of Lagos State on Transportation Hon. Sola Giwa disclosed that the event is scheduled to hold to hold on Wednesday, 13th of March, 2024 at L.C.C.I Conference and Exhibition Centre, Ikeja by 10AM

Hon. Sola Giwa confirmed that traffic management and control has become a major concern for the Government as a result of loss of man hours due to traffic created during events in the State.

He stated that there is a pressing need to address the challenges surrounding traffic management around event centres, clubs and places of gathering within the State.

According to the Special Adviser "we aim to collaboratively formulate measures that will ensure smooth and efficient management of traffic, while also minimizing inconveniences for road users"

Identified agenda items at the parley to includes; presentation of existing challenges in traffic management around event centres and places of gathering, Discussions on the proposed rules and guidelines for engaging LASTMA prior to event and Training programmes by LASTMA for designated staff of event centres on effective traffic management.

Adebayo Taofiq
Director, Public Affairs and Enlightenment Department of LASTMA.

The Lagos State Government
Sola Giwa

12/03/2024

Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu , Dr. Obafemi Hamzat others attend the Special Ramadan Prayer at the Lagos House Ikeja Mosque Ground.

11/03/2024

Lagos: Egunjobi felicitates Muslims as Ramadan fasting begins*

The Executive Chairman of Agege Local Government, High Chief (Alh) Ganiyu Kola Egunjobi has enjoined Muslims in the council area to imbibe the doctrines of Islam as enshrined in the holy scripture during Ramadan period and beyond.

This was contained in a statement released by the media aide on Monday, 11 March, 2024.

"I urge all Muslims to remain steadfast during this period with show of love and affections towards people of other faiths in emulation of the prophet, peace be upon him; to enable us cleanse ourselves from sins and also attain the rewards, while promoting peace and harmony among all residents.

"Let me also assure that the security agencies and the stakeholders' collaborative efforts have yielded positive results and they are not relenting on their efforts to always ensure Agege residents enjoy peaceful community.

"On behalf of my family, council cabinet, legislative arm, management and staff of the council, I welcome you to the holy month of Ramadan Mubaraq." the statement reads.

Erin Jogunola
Ismaeel Garba Ismaeel

08/03/2024

We Don't Want Yoruba Language To Go Into Extinction, Says Lagos Perm Sec, Adekanye

As part of the effort in ensuring the sustenance of Yoruba Language and culture amongst the young people.

The Lagos State Education District V has organized indigenous language-centered competition for its learners.

Tagged the Year 2024 Yoruba Language competition (Idije Ta-n-moo), held at the District's conference room, in the Agboju area of Lagos.

Speaking during the event, the supervising Tutor-General/Permanent Secretary of the District, Mrs. Adekanye Anike said that the purpose of the competition is to test the basic knowledge of the participants in the Yoruba Language.

"Yoruba quiz competition is meant to test their knowledge on grammar, phonology and culture"

"It's all about examining the students on what they have been taught in the classroom to know how far they have gone in learning".

"We don't want Yoruba Language and culture to go into extinction".

She commended the efforts of the Lagos State government in ensuring that the language is sustained.

Adekanye noted that the Lagos State House of Assembly, led by the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa is also making giant strides towards the preservation of the language by conducting a plenary section in Yoruba Language every Thursday.

She lauded Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu ; His Deputy, Mr Obafemi Hazmat and the Commissioner of Education, Mr Jamiu Tolani Ali - Balogun for creating an enabling environment for teaching and learning in Lagos State.

Students from various schools within the district participated in the competition, which also included a cultural display.

The high point of the event was the presentation of prizes to the winners.

In the senior category - Students representing badagry emerged 1st; participants from Ajeromi Ifelodun came 2nd; while Amuwo-Odofin and Ojo came 3rd and 4th respectively.

In the Junior Category, Participants from Ojo, Badagry, Ajeromi Ifelodun and Amuwo-Odofin came 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th separately.

07/03/2024

What Emir Sanusi said about Herbert Wigwe.

He said: “It was on a Saturday, I had no idea about what happened. I came to the airport waiting for a plane and I got a call from Bola Adeshola, and we were chatting. After two sentences, he said, Lamido you haven’t heard?

“About two years ago, I put all my savings into a Trust for the education of my children, I have many and my priority as a father is to make sure that when I pass away, they will have good education. I told Herbert ‘I am placing you in charge of this Trust for the education of my children because I know that even if I die and did not leave any money, you will educate my children. “I thought I would die before Herbert.”

“When I had problems in Kano, I called him about six months before I was to leave Kano, and I said to him, ‘Herbert I know you will give all your best to solve all these problems, but I am convinced that this is what is going to happen.’ And he said to me ‘your highness, don’t worry, whatever happens, don’t worry we are here for you.’

“On the day I heard on the radio that I was dethroned, the night before it happened, I called and said I want to come to Lagos. The announcement was made at about 9am, by noon, Herbert had a plane at the tarmac in Kano. I put my family on that plane, no message, no phne call, I put them on that plane. Herbert received them, put them in a hotel, and later got them accommodation for months.

“When I came we stayed there. Some people believe I own access bank and Aig and Herbert are fronting for me. They gave me the cars and the drivers, they gave me security and a private jet and they ask for nothing and they don’t talk about it. I have lived in Lagos for four years, the house my family lives in was provided by Herbert.

“When I heard of his death, I said ‘in the coming weeks and months, people will get to know Herbert the human being’. They know him as a banker, as a business man, they don’t know him as a human being. He was always about others, not about himself. You can’t imagne how one human being could have been so many things to so many people.

“On the day before this happened, I was on a chat group when somebopdy made a few remarks about Herbert that I found offensive and I defended Herbert. I made my point very clear that this was totally unacceptable.

“A few days after Herbert died; a friend called me and sent me a message. He has sent a message to Herbert at about 3:20 am that morning (day of the crash), telling him how I had stood up and defended him and forwarded my entire message to him. ‘’Herbert replied at 3:28 am with one word ‘unbelievable’. He sent another message at 3:50 which was not delivered. From the presentation from the air traffic controllers, the crash happened at 3:30. So possibly, the last thing Herbert read was my message talking about him.”

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06/03/2024

LASG to enforce indoor smoking at Night clubs.

The Lagos State Safety Commission and Lagos State Environmal Protection Agency, LASEPA, have resolved to enforce indoor smoking at Night clubs, bars and lounges across the state.

In a joint statements issued by Director General, Safety Commission, Mr Lanre Mojola and General Manager, LASEPA, Dr. Tunde Ajayi, at a safety workshop organised for the hospitality sector(Night clubs, bars and lounges) owners across the state with the theme: "Establishing a safety culture in the night life sector in Lagos State.

Director General, Safety Commission, Mr Lanre Mojola in his opening remarks said it is high time Nigerians comply with rules and regulations as it relates to international best practice.

He maintained that in every Hotel, there should be designated place for smoking ci******es, but not at a public place where everyone is relaxing and enjoying themselves.

Mojola noted that though quality service delivery in the hospitality sector in Nigeria is inconsistent with issues such as poor customer service, lack of trained personnel and substandard facilities, but with proper monitoring by relevant agencies and adequate safety precautions, the challenges will reduce drastically, just as he emphasize that henceforth, indoor smoking at Night clubs would be enforced, this would ensure that all of us have designated places for smoking in our facilities, or else the full wrath of law would be on us.

"According to him, "There is no doubt, Lagos State will enforce indoor smoking at Night clubs,bars and lounges because it is high time we do our business as the law stipulates but not as we want it to be done, especially in Lagos State where safety and health of all the citizens is of utmost concern of the Sanwo-Olu-led administration".

The General Manager, Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency(LASEPA), Dr Tunde Ajayi, corroborated what the DG, Safety Commission, earlier said, he also affirmed the enforcement of indoor smoking at Night clubs, bars and lounges in the state.

05/03/2024

PHOTOS;
ONE-DAY INTERACTIVE SESSION BETWEEN GOV. SANWO-OLU AND STUDENTS’ UNION LEADERS/STAKEHOLDERS IN LAGOS AT ADEYEMI BERO AUDITORIUM, ALAUSA, IKEJA, ON TUESDAY, 5TH MARCH 2024

05/03/2024

BREAKING! UAE Lifts Visa Ban On Nigerians After Diplomatic Row

Two years after the United Arab Emirates (UAE) imposed a visa ban on Nigerians and automatically rejected pending visa applications, the Nigerian government and of the UAE have announced the resumption of visa services for Nigerian citizens wishing to visit the UAE.

A joint announcement by the governments of Nigeria and the UAE entitled,

“Resumption of Visa Services for Nigerians Travelling to the UAE’, dated March 4, 2024, stated that the commencement of visa issuance which commenced on March 4, 2024, is a milestone, reflecting the successful outcome of in-depth talks between the two nations and underscoring,

“Our shared commitment to strengthening ties, enhancing cultural exchanges and fostering opportunities for economic and social collaborations.”

Both nations stated that the achievement follows the discussions between President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates, marking a significant step forward in their bilateral cooperation.

To ensure a seamless and efficient visa application experience, the UAE has introduced an enhanced document verification process.

Starting from March 4, 2024, all Nigerian applicants for UAE visas are required to first obtain a document verification number. This essential step according to the UAE is to be completed by visiting the dedicated online Document Verification Hub platform https/documentverificationhub.com).

The UAE Ambassador to Nigeria, Saleem Saeed Al-Shamsi highlighted the importance of this updated procedure.

He said, “We are committed to facilitating straightforward and expedited visa applications for Nigerians. The introduction of the Document Verification Number is designed to enhance the integrity of our application process and ensure prompt processing for all applicants.”

After obtaining the Document Verification Number, applicants can proceed with their visa applications through designated travel agents, after which the process will be completed at the Embassy of the UAE in Abuja or Lagos.

The announcement, the UAE said signifies, “our ongoing efforts to enhance the strong ties between the UAE and Nigeria, contributing to the prosperity and well-being of our people.”

Recall that the UAE had in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic and behavior of some nationals of other countries in 2022 banned nationals of some 20 African countries including Nigeria from entering its capital city, Dubai.

This was followed by a spat between Nigeria and UAE over the procedure for handling travellers entering Dubai during the pandemic which Nigeria frowned at.

The decision among others forced Emirates to exit Nigeria including claims of millions of dollars belonging to the country trapped.

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05/03/2024

SEGO' FORMALLY RESUMES AS LAGOS NURTW CHAIRMAN

Formal address to members of NURTW:

I humbly assume the esteemed position of State Chairman of the National Union of Road Transportation Workers, Lagos State Chapter.

With a profound sense of responsibility and dedication, I embark on this journey, guided by the principles of integrity, transparency, and service to our esteemed members and the state at large.

As I step into this role, I am profoundly grateful for the trust and confidence vested in me by the members of our esteemed union.

I recognize the weight of this responsibility, and i pledge to uphold the highest standards of leadership, ensuring that the interests of the commuters and our members are protected and advanced.

Under my tenure, I commit to fostering unity, harmony, and cooperation among all stakeholders within the transportation Sector.

Together, we will work tirelessly to address the challenges facing our industry, striving for innovation and excellence in service delivery.

I extend my heartfelt appreciation to the outgoing leadership for their dedication and contributions to the union.

I am committed to advancing our union's mission and vision, promoting the welfare and prosperity of our members.

As I assume office, I seek the guidance and blessings of the Almighty God.

May His divine wisdom and guidance accompany me throughout my tenure, enabling me to serve with humility, fairness, and compassion.

In conclusion, I call upon all members of the National Union of Road Transportation Workers (Lagos State Chapter) to join hands with me in our collective pursuit of progress and prosperity.

Together, let us chart a course towards a brighter future for our union and the communities we serve.

Alhaji Mustapha Adio Adekunle (SEGO)
Chairman,
National Union of Road Transportation Workers
Lagos State Chapter.

02/03/2024

Happy 82nd Birthday to a Patriarch of Faith, General Oversea of the Redeem Christian Church Of God, Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye.

Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye is a name that almost every Nigerian identify with. He is a humble, easy going and soft spoken Nigerian pastor.

As a matter of fact, he is ranked as one of the most influential and highly respected figures in the world.

Enoch Adeboye is the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God whose headquarter is at Redemption Camp, Ogun State.

29/02/2024

PHOTOS:

PRESIDENT TINUBU, GOVERNOR SANWO-OLU, OTHER DIGNITARIES AT COMMISSIONING OF THE LAGOS MASS RAIL TRASIT (LMRT) RED LINE PROJECT ON THURSDAY, 29TH FEBRUARY, 2024

29/02/2024

BREAKING:

LASG to introduce Yorùbá language as compulsory subject for Common Entrance Examination (Basic 6) into JSS1 from next Academic Session.

28/02/2024

Lagos State University (LASU) admits new students for its 2023/2024 session.

“We take pride in training students for life. We are focused on the character development of our students.”

28/02/2024

JUST IN:

President Tinubu Arrives In Lagos State Ahead Of The Commissioning Of The Redline Train Project.

26/02/2024

The Lagos Arena, Lekki

This iconic Lagos Arena project will be a purpose-built infrastructure that will sit 12,000 people. This project will open up the entertainment industry more than ever before, for international shows, concerts, sports and other major events in Nigeria.

26/02/2024

Highlights of Federal Executive Council decisions on Monday 26 February

Here are some of the highlights of the far reaching decisions taken today at the Federal Executive Council meeting, chaired by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

1. FEC approved construction of Lagos-Port Harcourt-Calabar Coastal Superhighway to Messrs Hitech Construction Africa. The First phase made up of 47 kms will begin in Lagos.
2. Social security payments to the vulnerable households to begin immediately. Recipients will be those with NIN and BVN.

3. Social security payments to be extended to graduates from NCE and upwards

4. Consumer Credit to be established very urgently. Chief of Staff to lead a committee that includes Budget Minister, Attorney-General, Coordinating Minister of the Economy and Finance, to make the scheme a reality.

5. The Council in order to enhance efficiency in the Federal service, and reduce the cost of governance, decided to implement the recommendations of the Steve Oronsaye panel on the restructuring and rationalisation of Federal agencies, parastatals and commissions.

The implementation involves merging, subsuming and scrapping agencies with similar functions.

The Oronsaye report was submitted in 2012 to the Jonathan administration. In 2014, the Jonathan government released a white paper on the report. The Buhari administration after re-examining the white paper also released a second white paper in August 2022, but did not implement the report.

However, the Tinubu administration has decided to confront the monster of high governance cost by implementing elements of the report.

An eight-man committee has a 12-week deadline to ensure that the necessary legislative amendments and administrative restructuring needed to implement the reforms are effected in an efficient manner.

The committee comprises Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Head of the Civil Service, Attorney General and Justice Minister, Budget and Planning Minister, DG Bureau of Public Service Reform, Special Adviser to the President on Policy Coordination, Special assistant to the president on National Assembly. The Cabinet Affairs Office will serve as the secretariat.

Key recommendations for implementation:

National Salaries, Income and wages Commission to be subsumed under Revenue Mobilisation and Fiscal Commission. The National Assembly will need to amend the constitution as RMAFC was established by the constitution.

Infrastructure Concession and Regulatory Commission to be merged with Bureau of Public Enterprise and be rechristened as `Public Enterprises and Infrastructural Concession Commission

National Human Rights Commission to swallow Public Complaints Commission

Pension Transitional Arrangement Directorate(PTAD) to be scrapped and functions to be taken over by Federal Ministry of Finance

NEMA and National Commission for Refugees to be fused to become National Emergency and Refugee Management Commission

Border Communities Development Agency to become a department under National Boundary Commission

NACA and NCDC to be merged

SERVICOM to become a department under the Bureau for Public Service Reform(BPSR)

NALDA to return to the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security.

Federal Ministry of Science to supervise a new agency that combines NCAM, NASENI and PRODA

National Commission for Museums and Monuments and National Gallery of Arts to become one entity that will be known as National Commission for Museums, Monuments and Gallery of Arts.

National Theatre to be merged with National Troupe.
13. Directorate of Technical Cooperation in Africa and Directorate of Technical Aid Corp to be merged under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Nigerians in Diaspora Commission to become an agency under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Federal Radio Corporation and Voice of Nigeria to be one entity to be known as Federal Broadcasting Corporation of Nigeria

National Biotechnology Development Agency(NABDA) and National Centre for Genetic Resources and Biotechnology to be emerged into an agency to be known as National Biotechnology Research and Development Agency(NBRDA).

National Institute for Leather Science Technology and National Institute for Chemical Technology to become one agency.

Nigeria Natural Medicine Development Agency and National Institute of Pharmaceutical Research and Development to become one agency.

The National Metallurgical Development Centre and National Metallurgical Training Institute will be merged.

National Institute for Trypanosomiasis to be subsumed under Institute of Veterinary Research in Vom, Jos.

The list is not exhaustive.

Bayo Onanuga
Special Adviser Information and Strategy to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu

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FLASH: Governor of Lagos State, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu today paid a surprise visit to the Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH), Ikeja, to see the 12-year old Master Adebola, whose mum made a video about her son that was posted from a private medical facility to the State’s tertiary facility about an ‘intestine’ issue. Adebola’s mother says the purpose of the video was to seek help from the State Government and Nigerians to help save her son. Mr Governor, after listening to the Mother and the Medical Officers at LASUTH, assured Master Adebola and her mum that everything will be done to get him better. #Grassrootstimes #LASUTH #GreaterLagosRising

#Watchvideo : Orile Agege LCDA Set To Commence 50% Subsidized Food Items Sales On Monday, 21st August, Hon. Johnson Babatunde led Orile Agege LCDA will be kicking off its 50% Subsidized Food Empowerment Program. The food item to be Subsidized including Rice, Beans, Yam and Garri will be available for purchase at half the market price. LOCATION: All 53 CDAs (for Residents), Council Secretariat (for Orile-Agege LCDA Staff), All 6 Political Wards (for Party Members), Orile-Agege Primary School (for Public and Private School Teachers), Alaagba Bus/Stop (for NURTW Association), Elere Police Station (for Law Enforcement Officers). #Grassrootstimes #forAGreaterLagos

💥BREAKING NNPC MD , Mele Kyari Speaks On New PMS Price After Meeting Vice President Kashim Shettima. 📹: Channels TV #Grassrootstimes

#watch Testimony of Public Hospital Management professionalism. A retired teacher, Modupe Onabote shared her experience at Dr. Adesola Pitan led Orile Agege General Hospital. Babajide Sanwo-Olu #Grassrootstimes #ForAGreaterLagos #AGreaterLagosRising

#watchvideos Agege All Stars Walk. Ace Fuji Musician, Alh. Wasiu Alabi Pasuma on the streets of Agege area of Lagos drumming support for Re-election of Lagos Speaker, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa and All Progressive Congress Candidate in the forthcoming elections. Rally Sponsored by Barr. Azeez Oladapo Yusuf known as Nino Agege #Grassrootstimes #ForAGreaterLagos #LagosIsRising

#Watchvideo Moment Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, handed over 13 new buses to students of 10 Lagos Tertiary Institutions during a government and students engagement event organized by Office of SA Education, to harmonise all tertiary institution in Lagos. #Grassrootstimes #LagosIsRising #ForAGreaterLagos

#Watchvideo The Organized Labour in Lagos today endorsed Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu for President and Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu for 2nd term as Governor, at a special Rally today at the Police College, Ikeja, Lagos. #Grassrootstimes #ForAGreaterLagos #SanwoLekansi #BAT2023 #SanwoAgain

#PleaseShare Police Want Man Teaching Baby To Smoke In Viral Video The police have asked for more information about a man who was recorded teaching a baby how to smoke. The Force Spokesperson, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, stated this via his Twitter handle on Tuesday after he was tagged to the viral video. Adejobi said, “Everyone of us can see this again. How did he get the baby? His son? Or niece or cousin? Whatever it is, mothers must learn from this, do not entrust your baby to wrong hands. Not everyone can babysit or take care of your baby for you. We need more info about him.” In the video, the adult male was seen repeatedly sharing what he was smoking with the baby. Credit: Twitter | Princemoye #Grassrootstimes Punch

Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu greets Nigerian Youth on the occasion of International Youth Day Celebrations.

#Watchvideo Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu Arrives Lagos after emerging APC Presidential Candidate. #Grassrootstimes #ForAGreaterLagos #ASIWAJU

Reckless driving at Agege Pencinema bridge, Lagos. #watch Who is at fault here? #Grassrootstimes #ForAGreaterLagos

"When I was in Prison, Tinubu was so kind to me, He paid my children’s school fees, he gave me a house at VGC, he gave my wife a house at Ogba…” - Asari Dokubo

Trending! Apc Primary Election in Alimosho: Scores Injured, Four Dead.😭😭 #Grassrootstimes #Watchvideo

#Watchvideo Commander, Lagos Rapid Response Squad (RRS) CSP Yinka Egbeyemi engaged the occupants of Alaba Rago on Advocacy before Enforcement method. CSP Yinka Egbeyemi who led the squad to notify the occupants of 14 days ultimatum eviction notice was seen seeking cooperation of the occupants on the state government decision on the area. #Grassrootstimes #ForAGreaterLagos

Just In: Sanwo-Olu Makes Major Revelation, Says Tinubu Paid For His Second Term Form Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu has revealed that it was Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu that paid for his expression of interest form and nomination form to run for the second term in office as Governor. According to the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Mr Gboyega Akosile, the Governor said: "Asiwaju Bola Tinubu paid for my second term nomination and expression of interest forms to run for second term." There are media reports suggesting that Tinubu, who is a former Governor of Lagos State and the national leader of All Progressives Congress (APC), may have dropped Sanwo-Olu and anointed another candidate to replace the Governor in 2023.

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