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  • Fashola upgrades maternity to mini-hospital

    As part of his administration’s efforts to make life better for the people, Governor Babatunde Raji Fashola (SAN) of Lagos has upgraded the Ajara Maternity Centre to mini-hospital.

    While inaugurating the mini-hospital, Governor Fashola said that Badagry is the third beneficiary among the 20 local government areas and 37 local council development areas. He promised to always give support to the mini-hospital.

    He said: “With this upgrade, there is no need for people to go to the Badagry General Hospital because almost all the facilities needed are here. It will also help in reducing the number of patients who patronise the general hospital.

    The chairman, Badagry Local Government Area, Hon. Husitode Moses Dosu said that his administration was committed to the provision of dividends of democracy to the people. These, he said, were in the areas of infrastructural, educational, health and economic developments.

    Dosu further revealed that the Ajara Maternity which is being upgraded to mini-hospital started in the early 50s as a dispensary and later dispensary maternity.

    He, therefore, thanked the governor for upgrading the maternity, even as he appealed for the provision of other necessary equipment for the facility to operate optimally.

    Among the dignitaries that attended the official inauguration were the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Hon. Aderemi Kuye, Commissioner for Rural Development, Hon. Cornelius Ojelabi, Special Adviser to the governor on Rural Development, Hon. Tunde Hunpe, Special Adviser to the governor on Health, Dr. Olusola Adesina Commissioner for Health, Dr. Jide Idris, and Commissioner for Commerce and Industry, Hon. Olushola Senapon Oworu, among others.

  • Northern governors console Fashola over father’s death

    The Northern States Governors Forum on Tuesday commiserated with Governor Babatunde Fashola of Lagos State over the death of his father, Alhaji Ibrahim Ademola Fashola.

    The Chairman of the forum and Governor of Niger, Dr. Babangida Aliyu, said on Tuesday in Minna in a condolence message signed by his spokesman, Mr. Danladi Ndayebo, that the death of Pa Fashola was a big loss to the governor and the people of Lagos State.

    The statement said the death of the governor’s father came at a critical time when his advice and guidance were required to address the myriad of problems confronting the nation.

    The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the Forum urged Governor Fashola to be consoled by the fact that his late father lived a life of service to God and humanity.

    It advised the governor not to be discouraged by his father’s death, but should forge ahead with the enormous task of repositioning Lagos State.

     

  • Fashola’s dad passes on at 80

    Fashola’s dad passes on at 80

    •Funeral holds today in Lagos

    Governor Babatunde Fashola’s dad, Alhaji Ademola Fashola, is dead. He died in Lagos yesterday at 80.

    The late Pa Fashola, who worked with the defunct Daily Times of Nigeria Ltd for many years and rose to the position of an advertisement manager, had been ill for some time, it was learnt yesterday.

    A statement by the Chief of Staff to the Lagos State Governor, Mr. Lanre Babalola, reads: “In total submission to the will of Almighty Allah, we announce the passage of our husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather, Ibrahim Ademola Bayo Fashola, which occurred on August 5 at the age of 80.

    “He is survived by wives, children and great grandchildren. He will be buried at Vaults and Gardens, Ikoyi, Lagos on Tuesday, August 6th at 1pm.”

    The Nation learnt that Fashola, who is observing Umrah (lesser hajj) in Saudi Arabia, has cut short his pilgrimage and is expected in Lagos today to witness his father’s funeral.

    Civil servants at the state’s secretariat, Alausa were seen in groups discussing the incident. They sympathised with the governor on the death of his father, whom they described as “jovial” and “amiable”.

    A reporter recalled how the late governor’s father entertained him when he wanted to interview him.

    “I went to his house to interview him, but to my surprise, Baba refused to grant me the interview. But he received me well and entertained me. He lived a simple life. I pray that God should grant him eternal rest.”

    A member of the House of Representatives representing Kosofe Federal Constituency, Bush Alebiosu, said: “We have lost a gem. May Allah give the Fashola family the fortitude to bear the loss.”

  • Jonathan consoles Fashola

    President Goodluck Jonathan yesterday consoled the Lagos State Governor, Babatunde Fashola, on the death of his father, Pa Ibrahim Ademola Fashola.

    In a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Dr. Reuben Abati, the President urged the family and people of Lagos State to give thanks to God as the octogenarian lived an exemplary and accomplished life.

    The statement reads: “On behalf of himself, his family, the Federal Government and the people of Nigeria, President Goodluck Jonathan conveys sincere condolences to Governor Babatunde Fashola of Lagos State on the death of his father, Pa Ibrahim Ademola Fashola earlier today in Lagos.

    “As they mourn Pa Fashola, President Jonathan urges Governor Fashola, his family and people of Lagos State to give thanks to God Almighty for the octogenarian’s exemplary and accomplished life.

    “The President urges them to be comforted by the knowledge that Pa Fashola is returning to his creator as a very blessed and fulfilled man, who lived to see his son become a two-term Governor of one of Nigeria’s most populous and vibrant states.

    “President Jonathan joins Governor Fashola, members of his family and the people of Lagos in praying that God Almighty will grant Pa Fashola peaceful and eternal rest from his labours on earth.”

  • Ajimobi condoles with Fashola

    Governor Abiola Ajimobi of Oyo State has condoled with his Lagos State counterpart, Governor Babatunde Raji Fashola, on the passing away of his father, Pa Ademola Fashola, in the early hours of yesterday at the age of 80.

    Ajimobi, in a statement in Ibadan yesterday by his Special Adviser on Media, Dr. Festus Adedayo, described the demise of the patriarch of the Fashola dynasty as a great loss to the family.

    “Papa was a devout Muslim, a community leader and a shining example of humility and philanthropy, as he shared virtually everything he had with the needy, irrespective of where they came from,” he said.

    Although the governor said the deceased would be missed by his immediate family, the people of Lagos State and indeed the whole of Southwest, he, however, admonished Governor Fashola and his siblings to seek solace that he lived a fulfilled life.

    Senator Ajimobi prayed for the repose of the deceased’s soul, and that God should grant the Fashola family the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss.

     

  • Take heart, Fayemi tells Fashola

    Ekiti State Governor Dr. Kayode Fayemi has commiserated with his Lagos State counterpart, Governor Babatunde Raji Fashola (SAN) on the death of his father, Alhaji Ademola Fashola.

    Fayemi, in a statement yesterday, said he understands what Governor Fashola is going through, having tasted the same experience of losing his father four years ago.

    The governor said although his Lagos counterpart would feel the pain of losing his father, he urged him to be consoled by the fact that the deceased lived a fulfilled life and to a ripe age.

    He said: “On behalf of the government and good people of Ekiti State, the Land of Honour, I commiserate with my friend and brother Governor, Mr. Babatunde Raji Fashola, on the peaceful transition of his father, Alhaji Ademola Fashola.

    “I also commiserate with the entire Fashola family and the Lagos State Government. I pray Almighty God to grant them the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss.”

    Dr. Fayemi said the late Alhaji Fashola’s death marked a glorious end to a life well spent in the service of Almighty Allah and humanity.

    He described the deceased as a devout Muslim, a community leader and a philanthropist, who dedicated his life to the good of others and the development of his community.

     

     

  • Jonathan condoles Fashola over father’s death

    Jonathan condoles Fashola over father’s death

    President Goodluck Jonathan on Monday condoled with the Lagos State Governor, Babatunde Fashola over the death of his father, Pa Ibrahim Ademola Fashola.

    In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Dr. Reuben Abati, the President urged the family and people of Lagos State to give thanks to God as the octogenarian lived an exemplary and accomplished life.

    The Statement reads: “On behalf of himself, his family, the Federal Government and the people of Nigeria, President Goodluck Jonathan conveys sincere condolences to Governor Babatunde Fashola of Lagos State on the death of his father, Pa Ibrahim Ademola Fashola earlier today in Lagos.”

    “As they mourn Pa Fashola, President Jonathan urges Governor Fashola, his family and people of Lagos State to give thanks to God Almighty for the octogenarian’s very exemplary and accomplished life.”

    “The President urges to them to be comforted by the knowledge that Pa Fashola is returning to his Creator as a very blessed and fulfilled man who lived to see his son become a two-term Governor of one of Nigeria’s most populous and vibrant states.”

    “President Jonathan joins Governor Fashola, members of his family and the people of Lagos in praying that God Almighty would grant Pa Fashola peaceful and eternal rest from his labours on earth.”

     

  • Fashola swears in new finance commissioner

    Fashola swears in new finance commissioner

    Gov. Babatunde Fashola of Lagos State, yesterday, restated the commitment of his administration to serve the people of the state.

    He made the pledge in Ikeja at the administration of the oath of office on Mr Ayo Gbeleyi, the new Finance Commissioner.

    The governor said that he and other members of his team would continue to pursue the developmental aspirations of the people of the state.

    Fashola, who congratulated the new commissioner for the elevation, however, added that Gbeleyi now had more responsibilities, not only to the state government, but also to Lagosians, in general.

    The governor pledged to give the new commissioner all the needed support to do his job.

    He called for the understanding of his family, saying the new responsibilities would demand more time out of home.

    Gbeleyi thanked the governor for the confidence reposed in him with his appointment and promised to break new grounds for the financial sustainability of the state.

    He promised to work with other members of the state cabinet, to bring more development to the people of the state.

    According to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), the inauguration of Gbeleyi followed his clearance by the State House of Assembly which had received his nomination from the governor.

    The nomination followed the resignation of the former commissioner, Mr. Tokunbo Abiru, on July 24, to take up a board appointment at First Bank of Nigeria PLC.

    The new appointee was until his inauguration, the Special Adviser to Fashola on Public Private Partnerships (PPP).

    The inauguration was graced by members of the executive council, as well as family members and friends of the new appointee.

  • Fashola hails Finance Commissioner

    Lagos State Governor Babatunde Fashola has accepted the resignation of Finance Commissioner Tokunboh Abiru.

    He hailed him for rendering a meritorious service to the state.

    Speaking at the Executive Council meeting after the presentation of the outgoing commissioner’s letter of resignation, Fashola said Mr. Abiru, who is leaving to take up an appointment as the Executive Director of First Bank of Nigeria Plc and a board member of FBN Holdings Plc rendered a commendable service to the state within his short but memorable stay in office.

    He wished him well in his new challenge as the Executive Director of one of the leading banks in the country and hoped that Abiru would prove his mettle as a seasoned banker, bearing aloft the state’s flag.

    Abiru, a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants and a professional banker, joined the state’s public service from the First Bank of Nigeria Plc where he has had over two decades of a successful career, serving as the Group Head, Corporate Banking and Business Development Manager, among others.

  • Fashola urges Fed Govt to tighten security at borders

    •Governor inaugurates panels on hotel upgrade

    Lagos State Governor Babatunde Fashola (SAN) yesterday urged the Federal Government to tighten security at the nation’s borders to ensure the growth of the tourism and hospitality industry.

    The governor spoke at the inauguration of Hotel Grading, Classification Review and Appeal Committees at the Conference Room of Ikeja House.

    He noted that it was not the responsibility of the Federal Government or its agency to license operators in the hospitality industry.

    Fashola said the central government should only ensure improved administration in the procurement of visas for more tourists to enter the country.

    The governor advised the committees to carry out their duties with diligence.

    He attributed the rapid development of the hospitality industry in Lagos to government policies, which is aimed at expanding economic frontiers across the state.

    Fashola said: “We have seen very rapid development of hotels and hospitality facilities in Lagos in the last six years. But they haven’t happened accidentally. They have happened due to the state government’s policies, which aimed at expanding the economic frontiers of the state.

    “They have come as a result of the state government’s investment in security, promoting night life and culture; the erection of street lights and cleaning of the city as well as the government’s policies which prohibit organising parties on the streets and major roads.”

    The governor said it was unacceptable for another tier of government to regulate an industry that it does not contribute to.

    He said: “Tourism and hospitality in many parts of Africa are sources of creating jobs and is revenue. Unfortunately, during this argument between both tiers of government, the growth the state government was expecting from the massive investment, was not achieved.

    “Although tourist traffic in the state has increased, the state, last year, was ranked by an international agency as the second most visited city on the continent, with 2.2 million visitors. Despite our population, Dubai was doing better than the state.”

    A member of one of the committees and Ovation Magazine publisher, Mr. Dele Momodu, assured the governor that they would strive to achieve their objectives.

    He said they agreed to serve because of the sustained development that has been witnessed in the state under the Fashola administration.