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  • Adebule organises seminar for monarchs

    Adebule organises seminar for monarchs

    The senator representing Lagos West Senatorial District at the national assembly, Dr Idiat Oluranti Adebule has enjoined traditional rulers to ensure adequate security in their domains.

    Adebule who hosted the monarchs in her senatorial district to a day training on security management and community security charged the royal fathers who were there in their numbers to ensure continued adequate security at all times in their kingdoms.

    The senator, speaking on background of the Yuletide season, usually associated with various activities, said it becomes imperative to sensitise the royal fathers to play a key role at ensuring security during and after the festive season.

    According to her, the training session focused on equipping traditional leaders with essential skills in conflict resolution, community engagement, and fostering cooperation with law enforcement agencies.

    “By enhancing their understanding of security dynamics, we aimed to empower them to play a more active role in maintaining peace and stability in their respective communities and Lagos west at large,” she said.

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    The former Lagos state deputy governor noted that the royal fathers as custodians of the customs and traditions, have great roles to play in ensuring security in the country.

    She added that meaningful development can only be achieved in a peaceful and secured environment.

    She said: “The traditional rulers are the custodians of our culture and customs, they are the people at the grassroots they are the people their palaces are the closest to the people, so if you are talking of security, you must not only talk of only the kinetic aspect of it, you must also look at it from all aspect which the traditional rulers are taking care of. On our part this time, considering the Yuletide period, we thought it is the ideal time for us to bring them together in forging a synergy on how to better secure their domains and that is why we brought in the commissioner of police who was represented by his deputy to discuss strategies to further ensure peace and security within their communities.”

    Speaking at the training, the Deputy Commissioner of Police, Panti Lagos, DCP Ahmed Lateef, said the roles of monarchs can not be overemphasized at this time where community policing is becoming the order of the day.

    Lateef who represented the Commissioner of Police, CP Ishola Olarewaju Olawale, said that every royal father is a potential member of the Police Community Relations Committee (PCRC).

    This, he said, gives them the opportunity to maintain peace and order in their various domains.

    The police deputy commissioner said the royal fathers can among other things report dangerous trends in their communities to the police authority for immediate action.

    He told them the law allows them to arrest a criminal and call the police immediately to taking over of the case.

    “One thing we must know is the fact that the police cannot police everywhere without the support of the community, we believe so much in community engagement and that is why engaged the royal fathers that if they see something in their domains, they should say something,” he said.

    Speaking on behalf of the royal fathers, the Elewu of Ewu Kingdom, Oba Shakiru Kuti thanked the senator for the training on security management and assured that they would further man their territories adequately against any form of unrest.

  • Ambode, Adebule fete children with disabilities

    It was a special day for children living with disabilities in Lagos State schools last Thursday as the Lagos State Deputy Governor, Dr Idiat Oluranti Adebule, and the wife of the Lagos State Governor, Mrs Bolanle Ambode, shared time with them at the Blue Roof, LTV8.

    The programme, held to commemorate the 11th International Day for Persons Living with Disabilities (PWD), featured a  march past, carnival display, fashion parade and cultural dance  by the special need pupils as well as presentation of awards to deserving people and organisations that had supported the education of people with disabilities.

    Dr Adebule said in recognition of what PWD can do, the state was investing in their welfare by employing them and earmarking funds for their training and development.

    “A N500 Million Disability Trust Fund was launched and a board of passionate people was set up to manage the fund and issue guidelines for its disbursement for the education, social development and welfare of people living with disabilities in Lagos State. I am happy to say that the one year old fund has impacted greatly on the target audience.

    “To increase the number of employable PWDs in the future, our government embarked on mass mobilisation and public enlightenment to have challenged children enrolled in our special and inclusive schools. Today, I am glad to inform you that from the 1049 pupils/students in 2015, the population has grown to 2661 pupils/students. We have also increased the number of primary inclusive schools from 29 to 31 and secondary inclusive schools from six to 12,” she said.

    In her speech, Mrs Ambode, who was the Special Guest of Honour, urged the participants not to feel bad about their disabilities but have faith in the government, which she promised was determined to help them achieve their “full potential despite the challenge.”

    “I urge all special persons to register with the Lagos State Office of Disability Affairs (LASODA), so as to benefit from various programmes put in place to assist them realise their dreams and live a happy and fulfilled life.  The registration is necessary for statistics to aid effective planning for the specific needs of individuals,” she said.

  • Teachers urged to use instructional media

    The Lagos State Deputy Governor, Dr. Idiat Oluranti Adebule, has said instructional materials are valuable to modern teaching and learning.

    Speaking at the grand finale of the Lagos State Festival of Instructional materials last Tuesday, Dr Adebule, who was represented by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education, Mr Adesina Odeyemi, said teachers should learn to make instructional tools  from locally-available resources and use them in their classes.

    She said the festival, which had as theme: Effective use of instructional materials in inclusive education: Making room for diverse learning needs, was designed to encourage creativity among teachers and pupils.

    She implored teachers to take advantage of the Education Resource Centre to update their knowledge and get new ideas about various instructional materials that could concretise learning.

    The Deputy Governor said research had shown that using locally-made learning resources made learning easier and more interesting.

    Earlier, the Director, Administartion and Human Resources, Mrs Folashade Lediju, in a welcome address delivered on behalf of the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education, said the use of Instructional materials and educational technology provides equal of opportunities in the process of teaching and learning.

    The guest speaker, Dr. S. O. Adenle said instructional materials encourage creativity among teachers and students and made learning easier.

     

  • Teachers urged to use instructional media

    The Lagos State Deputy Governor, Dr. Idiat Oluranti Adebule has said instructional materials are valuable to modern teaching and learning.

    Speaking at the Grand Finale of the Lagos State Festival of Instructional materials last Tuesday, Dr Adebule, who was represented by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education, Mr Adesina Odeyemi, said teachers should learn to make them from locally-available resources and use them in their classes.

    She said the festival, which had as theme: “Effective use of instructional materials in inclusive education: Making room for diverse learning needs” was designed to encourage creativity among teachers and pupils.

    She implored teachers to take advantage of the Education Resource Centre to update their knowledge and get new ideas about various instructional materials that could concretise learning.

    The Deputy Governor said research had shown that using locally-made learning resources made learning easier and more interesting.

    Earlier, the Director, Administartion and Human Resources, Mrs Folashade Lediju, in a welcome address delivered on behalf of the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education, said the use of Instructional materials and educational technology provides equal of opportunities in the process of teaching and learning.

    The guest speaker, Dr. S. O. Adenle said instructional materials encourage creativity among teachers and students and made learning easier.

    During the festival, primary and secondary schools showcased locally-made instructional materials they produced.

    Judges adjudged Education District IV, Sabo, the District with the best Instructional materials while Ogudu Senior Grammar School, Oriwu Senior Grammar School and New Era Girls Senior School were the top three schools in the secondary school category.

    In the primary school category Mini Resource Centre Primary School, Wesley Primary School, and Army Primary School, Alimosho came First, Second and Third.

     

  • Adebule praises Lagos teachers for awards

    Lagos State Deputy Governor, Dr Idiat Oluranti Adebule, has praised the teachers who won three of the nine awards in the 2017 edition of the President’s Teachers and Schools Excellence Award in Abuja, for making the state proud.

    Mrs. Lufadeju Dolapo Olufunke received the Best School Award on behalf of Ojodu Junior Grammar School, Ikeja; Mrs. Oluderu Bilikisu Oluwaseyi of Magbon Alade Senior Grammar School, Epe got the Best School Administrator Award (Senior Secondary School category), while Mrs. Adelegan Moronike Sarat of Civil Service Junior Model College, Igbogbo, was the First Runner up for Best Administrator.

    The awards were presented by the Education Minister, Malam Adamu Adamu, at the Eagles Square, Abuja.

    Mrs Adebule described the awards as reward for hard work.

    “To win three out of nine awards available nationwide speaks volume. It is a recognition of the hard work and diligence of Lagos State teachers and appreciation of the huge investment of the state government in the education sector,” she said.

    She urged the recipients to continue to work hard, while admonishing others to brace up because she belived that Lagos State teachers could win all the nine awards.

    One of the recipients, Mrs. Oluderu Bilikisu, praised the Lagos State government for recognising teachers. She, however, appealed for a more conducive environment for learning, saying that many schools still need to be touched by the revolution sweeping through the sector.

  • Indomie celebrates Lagos 2017 spelling bee champions

    Indomie celebrates Lagos 2017 spelling bee champions

    Dufil Prima Foods Plc, makers of Indomie instant noodles, has congratulated Miss Zoffun Bukola for becoming Lagos State’s 2017 Spelling Bee champion in the Secondary School Category.

    The 16-year-old from Awodiora Senior Secondary School, Awodi-Ora in Ajeromi Local Government Area in Lagos, made history to become the 17th winner of the competition. She came top out of the 113 finalists across the six educational districts of the state at the Spelling Bee Grand Finale which was held at Adeyemi Bero Auditorium of Lagos State Secretariat.

    Another pupil, Rosemary Ogidan of Methodist Senior High School, Badagry and Philip Daniel of Yewa Junior High School Agege emerged first and second runners-up respectively.

    Speaking at the event, the Group Managing Director, Dufil Prima Foods Plc. Mr. Deepak Singhal who was represented by the Group Public Relations and Events Manager of the company, Mr Tope Ashiwaju said, the success attained by the new Lagos State Spelling Bee champion, Miss Bukola was enviable and worth celebrating.

    He said her ability to win the competition showed that anything is achievable through hard work and diligence, he expressed the hope that many young people would be motivated and inspired by her story, to excel in their various endeavours particularly those who feel limited by their background or where they live.

    “Bukola’s sterling performance should tell our children and indeed all of us that no matter where you live or come from, with determination, you can make it.”

    Deepak also commended the Lagos State Government for working so hard to sustain the competition and improving upon it year after year. He said Indomie was proud to be associated with the competition and challenged other students to adequately prepare for next year’s Spelling Bee competition.

    In her keynote address, the Lagos State Deputy Governor, Dr Idiat Oluranti Adebule, represented by the Chairman, Lagos State House of Assembly Committee Chairman on Education, Mr Lanre Ogunyemi, said Lagos State Spelling Bee Competition was aimed at developing the innate skills of pupils and students.

    Adebule said the competition had been able to fulfil the ultimate goal of creating healthy rivalry among students as well as drawing out their intellectual capabilities. She said Lagos State government will continue to put in place the machineries that will help boost academic excellence and improve the quality of education in Lagos.

    Indomie has been the lead sponsor of Lagos State Spelling Bee since its inception in 2001 and plans to provide more support to ensure that many more young people get the opportunity to participate in the spelling competition.

  • Abduction: Lagos deputy governor visits victims’ college

    Abduction: Lagos deputy governor visits victims’ college

  • Lagos schools to resume September 19

    Lagos schools to resume September 19

    The 2016/2017 Academic session will commence in Lagos State public and private schools on September 19.

    The Deputy Governor of Lagos  state, Dr. Idiat Oluranti Adebule, who made this known in her Eid el Kabir message  to stakeholders in education  sector said classes will start running  from the resumption date as there is no time to waste.

    She lauded teachers in the state for their dedication to duty. This, she noted was manifest in the results of the various external examinations and competitions that the students participated in last session.

    She praised the result of the 2015 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE), which she described as a clear departure from the past.

    Adebule urged both teaching and non-teaching staff of public schools to report at their duty posts promptly as officers of the Education Quality Assurance office have been directed to monitor strict compliance.

    She warned that anyone found wanting would be punished.

    Parents were urged to ensure that their children and wards resumed on the appointed date.

     

  • Lagos empowers over 2000 with skills

    Lagos empowers over 2000 with skills

    In its quest to eradicate poverty among its citizens in the state, Lagos State Ministry of Women Affairs and Poverty Alleviation at the weekend distributed various empowerment equipments such as grinding, sewing/whipping and hairdressing machines to over 2000 widows, vulnerable and unemployed citizens.

    Speaking at the event, the Deputy Governor, Dr. Idiat Oluranti Adebule said the programme was a dividend of democracy in fulfillment of the promises made by the present administration. She however enjoined the beneficiaries to continue to support the administration for them to get more dividends.

    In her own remarks, the Commissioner for Women Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Hon. Lola Akande said adequate care for this group is in line with this administration total commitment to eradicating poverty in all its forms among the citizens of the state and its major thrust of all inclusive governance.

    According to her, the state government has provided the enablement materials for at the 20 local government and 37 local council development areas in the state to meet the challenges and demands of labour market and reduce the rate of unemployment.

    Speaking further, Akande explained that the Survival Aid Kit which was included in the equipments being given away was added to enable members of the families to take care of themselves in the event of minor injuries resulting from domestic or minor accidents in homes.

    She however commended Dangote Foundation for supporting the Ministry with 100 food items each of Dangote Sugar, Salt, Spaghetti, Danvita and Wheatmeal.

    In an interview with some of the beneficiaries, Fausat Hassan of Surulere Local government who went home with a grinding machine appreciated the present administration for their kind gestures. “They have not only given us fishes but have also taught us how to fish, this no doubt will totally eradicate poverty in our lives and in the state as a whole,” she said.

  • Intelligence sharing critical in tackling crimes – Ambode

    Intelligence sharing critical in tackling crimes – Ambode

    …..Reiterates zero tolerance for criminality in lagos

    Lagos State Governor, Mr Akinwunmi Ambode on Thursday harped on the need for all security agencies in the country to scale up intelligence gathering and information sharing to ensure effective protection of lives and property.

    Ambode also called for synergy in analysing opportunities and threats to national security, as well as the most effective methods to nip security breaches before they happen.

    Speaking while formally declaring open the 2016 3rd Quarterly Meeting of Federal and State Security Administrators’ Forum held at the Adeyemi Bero Auditorium in Alausa, Ikeja, the Governor said there was the need for security agencies to re-invigorate their intelligence gathering mechanisms for effectiveness.

    Ambode, who was represented by his deputy, Dr. Idiat Oluranti Adebule, said the call became imperative since perpetrators of criminal acts are not invisible as they operate around and among the various communities.

    The Governor, who said security administrators have a great role to play in translating government policies to positively impact on the people and enhance economic viability of the country for prospective investors, added that security chiefs need to raise the bar in making the society safer and better secured for the people and investors taking into perspective the challenging global realities.

    “It is our duty on behalf of the people to ensure the territorial integrity of our country; this is the reason why we have the mandate of the people to serve as leaders and keepers of public trust.

    “As we approach the “ember” months, let us review our security surveillance and intelligence gathering frameworks to ensure peace and serenity across the land. Notwithstanding the glaring economic challenges, there is still a bright light at the end of the tunnel,” Governor Ambode said.

    The Governor, who recalled the massive investment of his administration in purchase of security equipment such as saloon and pickup cars, powerbikes, Armoured Personnel Carriers, gun boats, helicopters among others, assured of continuous commitment of the State Government to offer required support to security agencies.

    He said: “We are aware of the changing dynamics of crime across our country, ranging from attacks by Marauding herdsmen who have killed many people, the rash of kidnappings which is rapidly becoming the norm and the disturbing sabotage of government economic infrastructure which has resulted in huge financial haemorrhage that has impacted negatively on revenue generation with the attendant implications on our economy in the face of a global recession.”

    He, however, reiterated the zero-tolerance posture of his administration towards crime and all forms of criminal acts in Lagos.

    Earlier, Secretary to the State Government, Mr. Tunji Bello said the meeting which witnessed the presence of delegates from all the 36 States of the Federation and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, epitomized the primary essence of government as amplified in the constitution, adding that meaningful development can only occur in an environment with effective security.

    In his keynote address, Chairman of the Forum and Permanent Secretary of Special Services in the Office of the Secretary to Government of the Federation (SGF), Ambassador Aminu Nebagu said the negative consequences of pipeline vandalism in recent time on the economy was of massive proportion, and called on all those involved in the act to lay down their arms and embrace dialogue with government to achieve lasting peace.