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  • Ambode to swear in Commissioners, Special Advisers Monday

    Ambode to swear in Commissioners, Special Advisers Monday

    Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode will on Monday, October 19, swear in 23 Commissioners and 14 Special Advisers, who will constitute the State Executive Council.

    According to a statement signed by the Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Habib Aruna, the ceremony will hold at the Adeyemi Bero Auditorium, Alausa Secretariat by 10am.

    According to him, “The House of Assembly has just officially informed His Excellency that they have completed the screening and confirmation of all the 23 Commissioner Designates and 14 Special Adviser Designates which he had sent to the House on September 21. So what is left is for him to conduct the swearing in ceremony so as to enable them resume the task of governance.”

    It would be recalled that Governor Ambode had named six former cabinet members from the Babatunde Raji Fashola administration including former commissioner for Agriculture, Gbolahan Lawal, former Commissioner for Health, Dr. Jide Idris, former Special Adviser, Central Business District, Folarin Coker, former Special Adviser Commerce and Industry, Seye Oladejo, former Special Adviser Works and Infrastructure, Engr. Ganiyu Johnson and former Special Adviser Rural Development, Babatunde Hunpe.

    He also named a relatively young cabinet with the likes of Mrs. Yetunde Onabolu, Fela Bank-Olemoh, Akinyemi Ashade, a partner in KPMG, former Managing Director, National Mirror, Steve Ayorinde, Alhaja Uzamat Akinbile-Yusuf, a pharmacist, Kehinde Joseph and Prof. Ademola Abass, a Professor of Law, whose ages range between 39 and 47 years.

    Other names include Dr. Akintola Benson, former Special Adviser Political and Legislative Powers Bureau, Dr. Abdul-Hakeem Abdul-Lateef, Dr. Mohammed Akinkunmi, former member, House of Representatives, Dr. Babatunde Adejare, Dr. Femi Onanuga, CEO of LAMATA, Dr. Dayo Mobereola, Engr. Ade Akinsanya, Arch. Wasiu Anifowoshe, former member House of Assembly, Mrs. Lola Akande, Agboola Dabiri, Ganiu Okanlomo Sanni, Anofi Elegushi, Rotimi Ogunleye, Mrs Adebimpe Akinsola, Femi Odubiyi, Alhaji Musiliu Folami, Adeniji Kazeem, Adeyemi Labinjo, Toyin Suarau, Babatunde Durosinmi-Etti, Deji Tinubu, Mrs. Mudirat Giwanson, former Chairman Ejigbo LCDA, Kehinde Bamigbetan and Wale Oluwo.

  • Lagos Assembly confirms Ambode’s cabinet nominees

    Lagos Assembly confirms Ambode’s cabinet nominees

    Lagos State House of Assembly at plenary Thursday confirmed the 37 cabinet nominees of Governor Akinwunmi Ambode.

    The confirmation, which took place during plenary  was preceded by the presentation of the report of the 15-man committee set up by the House penultimate week to screen the nominees, which was presented by the Chairman of the committee, Hon. Wasiu Sanni Eshinlokun.

    In presenting the report, Hon. Eshinlokun revealed that all the nominees were invited by the committee and that they all submitted copies of their CVs and certificates, which were thoroughly verified by the committee, which sat for one week from Monday 5 to Friday 9 October, 2015 at the Lateef Jakande Hall within the premises of the Assembly.

    The Speaker of the House, Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, subsequently ordered the Clerk of the House, Mr. Segun Abiru to send a letter to the Governor indicating that the nominees have been confirmed by the House.

    It will be recalled that the House had invited the nominees to appear before it on Tuesday 13, October, 2015, where they were requested to speak about their background and their experiences with the committee.

  • N78m website: I did not corruptly enrich myself – Fashola

    N78m website: I did not corruptly enrich myself – Fashola

    The immediate past governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babatunde Fashola, has said he did not corruptly enrich himself in the controversial N78 million personal website deal executed under his administration.

    Answering questions from senators at the ongoing ministerial screening on Wednesday, Fashola said even his critics did not accuse him of corruptly enriching himself in the controversial deal.

    “I don’t award contracts because there is a tenders board in place. They do market survey to get the price benchmark for these things. There is a process and we have consultants who check these things periodically. Nobody has alleged that I have corruptly enriched myself.”

    Explaining further on the controversy, Fashola said suspicion arises wherever money is involved, even among brothers.

    Asked to state his concept of loyalty, the former governor described loyalty as  strange concept, saying “I have always prayed that may our loyalty never be tested.

    “I pray that my loyalty should not be tested. In my public life, I have had cause to be loyal to causes I believe in.”

    Details later.

  • Ambode moves to light-up Lagos by December

    Ambode moves to light-up Lagos by December

    Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode, has initiated moves to fulfill one of his campaign promises to illuminate all nooks and crannies of communities and adjourning boundaries in the state before the end of the year.

    This was made known on Thursday at a joint press briefing by the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources, Public Works Corporation and Lagos State Electricity Board, as a follow up to the promise of Governor Ambode, during the maiden Town Hall Meeting held at Ayobo Ipaja, last Tuesday.

    Addressing newsmen, Acting Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources, Mr. Taofeek Fashola, said efforts are in top gear to illuminate major roads in the state, including all adjourning boundaries in Ogun State, including Federal and State roads.

    He said that the work would be delivered in phases, starting with Ikorodu to the Lagos Island, Ojodu Berger to Lagos Island and in addition, about 67 communities in Ibeju Lekki, which have been in darkness for about five years, will be connected to the national grid.

    “Berger to Lagos, Ikorodu to Lagos Street light installing is ongoing. We have developed agreement to ensure safe and reliable power. We would be illuminating from Berger to Lagos. Ikorodu to Lagos. We are working with those contractors that are versed on the job and everything would be done latest by December,” Williams said.

    Also speaking, the Special Assistant to the Governor on Energy, Mr.  Deji Williams, said government is set to connect street lights from Ikorodu to Lagos Island to an Independent Power Plant (IPP), adding that the government is currently carrying out feasibility study of how to structure and determine the best points of contact to connect the street lights on the entire axis.

    Williams also revealed that the government is considering involving the private sector in the maintenance aspect through outsourcing of the street lights, specifying that the present administration in Lagos has prioritized illuminating all roads in the state.

    He said that in line with the Governor‘s directive, most part of the metropolis should be lit-up by December, thus involving contractors well versed in the job.

    “All these we are doing by engaging well versed contractors that are grounded on the job to ensure everything is ready by December,” Williams said.

    Head of Power in the Ministry, Engineer Ibilola Kasumu, said that the third phase of the project is the electrification of the Ibeju Lekki axis, adding that 67 communities have been in darkness in the area for the past five years.

    She said efforts are in top gear to extend power from the grid to the areas, beginning from Ibeju Lekki area, Magbon Alade, Ode-Omi and its adjourning areas, assuring that before the end of the year all the projects would be completed.

  • Photo: Ambode hosts Hollywood actor, movie cast, crew

    Photo: Ambode hosts Hollywood actor, movie cast, crew

    Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode (2nd right) presenting a state plaque to Veteran Hollywood Film Producer, Mr. Danny Glover (2nd left), the Producer/Director of the movie 93Days, a film on Ebola Virus, Mr. Sleve Gukas (right) and his Co-producer, 93days & the Director, Dusable Museum USA, Mr. Pemon Rami (left) during a courtesy visit to the Governor by the Cast and Crew of the film 93Days, at the Lagos House, Ikeja, on Wednesday
    Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode (2nd right) presenting a state plaque to Veteran Hollywood Film Producer, Mr. Danny Glover (2nd left), the Producer/Director of the movie 93Days, a film on Ebola Virus, Mr. Sleve Gukas (right) and his Co-producer, 93days & the Director, Dusable Museum USA, Mr. Pemon Rami (left) during a courtesy visit to the Governor by the Cast and Crew of the film 93Days, at the Lagos House, Ikeja, on Wednesday
    Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode (right) presenting a frame to Veteran Hollywood Film Producer, Mr. Danny Glover during a courtesy visit to the Governor by the Cast and Crew of the film 93Days, at the Lagos House, Ikeja, on Wednesday
    Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode (right) presenting a frame to Veteran Hollywood Film Producer, Mr. Danny Glover during a courtesy visit to the Governor by the Cast and Crew of the film 93Days, at the Lagos House, Ikeja, on Wednesday
    L-R: Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode presenting an eyo plaque to Hollywood actor, Mr. Alastair Mackenzie while Veteran Hollywood Film Producer, Mr. Danny Glover watches during a courtesy visit to the Governor by the Cast and Crew of the film 93Days, at the Lagos House, Ikeja, on Wednesday
    L-R: Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode presenting an eyo plaque to Hollywood actor, Mr. Alastair Mackenzie while Veteran Hollywood Film Producer, Mr. Danny Glover watches during a courtesy visit to the Governor by the Cast and Crew of the film 93Days, at the Lagos House, Ikeja, on Wednesday
  • Ambode names tertiary institutions governing boards members

    Ambode names tertiary institutions governing boards members

    Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Wednesday approved the composition of Governing Councils for the tertiary institutions in the state.

    The Governor, in a statement signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Mr Tunji Bello, listed the names of members of Governing Council for the Lagos State University, Micheal Otedola College of Primary Education, Lagos State Polytechnic, Adeniran Ogunsanya College of Education and the Lagos State College of Health Technology.

    Governor Ambode named Justice George Oguntade Rtd. as Chancellor for the Lagos State University and Professor Bayo Ninalowo as Pro Chancellor and Chairman of the Council.

    Members include Mrs. Tayo Olabenjo, Dr. (Mrs) L.O Durosinmi, Engr. Kayode Anibaba, Mr. Koye Edu, Dr. Ayo Sonibare, Mr. Ken Igbokwe, Mr. Akinsanya Sunny Ajose, Mrs. Yewande Zacchaeus, Mrs. Olabisi Deji-Folutile, Alhaji Lateef Olaseinde Karim and Professor Musliu Onilude.

    Other members include Mrs. Carlene Alaja-Brown, representative of the Ministry of Education, four representatives of the Senate, two representatives of Congregations and representative of Alumni.

    In Micheal Otedola College of Primary Education, Governor Ambode approved the appointment of Alhaja Sekinat Yussuf (Mrs) as Chairman of the Council, Hon. Sunday Kappo, Hon. Toun Adeniran, Mrs Shade Agbalajobi, Engr. Ajibade Emiabata Balogun and Mrs Yinka Babalola as members.

    The Council also has representative of the Ministry of Education, Chairman of the State Conference of Primary School Head teachers, Secretary of the Lagos State Universal Basic Education Board and representative on the Ministry of Finance as members.

    [ad id=”403656″]Professor T.J Gbadamosi was also appointed as Chairman of the Governing Council of the Lagos State Polytechnic, which also has Mr. Timothy Ishola Bankole, Mr. Owolabi Amisu, Mrs. Tinu Feyiseyan and Professor Bunmi Otubanjo as members.

    Also on the Council include representative of the Ministry of Education, representative of the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria, representative of the Alumni Association of the Institution, representative of the Lagos State Chamber of Commerce and Industry, two representatives of the Congregation and representative of the Nigerian Society of Engineers.

    Governor Ambode also appointed Professor Tunde Samuel as Chairman of the Governing Council of the Adeniran Ogunsanya College of Education, while Dr. (Mrs) Rafiat Olufunmilayo Olatunji, Mrs. Iyabo Osifeso and Alhaji Wasiu Aderibigbe Lawal will serve as members.

    A representative each from the Lagos State Principals Conference, University of Lagos, Ministry of Education, Alumni Association of the Institution, Academic Board and Teachers Establishments and Pensions Office were also appointed in the Governing Council of the Lagos State Polytechnic.

    In the Lagos State College of Health Technology, Governor Ambode appointed Mrs. Tilley Giyado as Chairman of the Governing Council while Alhaji Rasaki Adetunji Ilelaboye, Mrs Sulaiman Arigbabi, representative of the Ministry of Health, representative of the Ministry of Education and two elected members of the Teaching Staff of the College will serve as members.

  • Lagos: Police allay fear of Boko Haram infiltration

    Lagos: Police allay fear of Boko Haram infiltration

    As against fears of infiltration of armed groups especially members of the dreaded Boko Haram sect in Lagos the state government has assured that the security agencies have put strategies in place to prevent such infiltration.

    This assurance was given by the Lagos state Police Commissioner, Mr. Fatai Owoseni while briefing correspondents at the end of the state monthly security meeting on Tuesday at Alausa.

    Governor Akinwunmi Ambode presided over the meeting.

    Owoseni enumerated strategies being put in place to prevent armed groups from infiltrating the state.

    He said; “It is important that we do not allow any form of armed groups to come into the state before reacting. This is why we have put in place proactive measures such as constant raids on dark spots and criminal hide outs as well as random checks at entry points into the state.”

    He however urged all law abiding citizens to continue to go about their legitimate business without fear of molestation.

    The CP also assured that the law enforcement agencies in the state will intensify its enforcement against street trading as well as ensure the Road Traffic Law is enforced to the letter.

    Owoseni, said the meeting discussed various issues bothering on street trading, robbery in the traffic, influx of elements suspected to be members of Boko Haram and some other issues, with a way of finding lasting solution to them.

    According to him, “The meeting looked holistically at what transpired in the state in the past one month with a view to finding lasting solution. For instance, we discussed about issues on street trading, robbery in traffic, influx of elements being taken as Boko Haram noticed in the metropolis in the past few days,” Owoseni said.

    The CP also assured that the section of the Traffic Law as it relates to restriction of movement of trailers and articulated vehicles between the hours of 6am to 9pm will be enforced in a manner that will not impede commercial activities in the state.

    He however said that Section 2(1) of the law exempts trucks conveying petroleum products and passenger vehicles.

    “We shall ensure we enforce the law, most especially with the truck drivers complying with the extant laws and also ensure that extant laws on street trading is enforced, with regards to that we shall look at human element in enforcing the law,” he said.

    He said aside from enforcements, the council has also decided to embark upon sensitization and public enlightenment as a strategy to dissuade members of the public from patronizing street traders.

    “We shall do a lot of enlightenment with regards to that. With enforcement, we combine it with enlightenment and synergise with stakeholders to make sure that the laws that have been enacted are obeyed and we enforce them strictly.

    “We’ve also stepped up efforts on where okada are prohibited and we keep up the effort on that. In the course of enforcement we won’t add to the gridlock. We appeal to members of the public to beware of fake security operatives coming to them,” he said.

  • Ambode seeks partnership on health challenges

    Ambode seeks partnership on health challenges

    Governor Akinwunmi Ambode of Lagos State on Thursday promised to support massive investment in modern medical equipment to meet the health challenges of residents of the state.

    Ambode, who was represented by the Deputy Governor, Dr Idiat Adebule, made the promise at the inauguration of Clinix Healthcare, an Ultramodern Diagnostic Centre in Amuwo Odofin, Lagos.

    He said that private sector participation in healthcare delivery, had complemented efforts of government and yielded tremendous dividends through qualitative healthcare.

    “We are delighted that the private sector partnership has yielded another state-of-the-art health facility, with the opening of this ultramodern diagnostic centre.

    “Medical diagnosis is the bedrock of effective treatment. With more facilities like this, we can achieve accurate and quick diagnosis of ailments and proffer immediate treatment.

    “As a government, one of our objectives is to curb the incessant travels abroad for diagnosis and treatment, through our Medical Park Project, that will make Lagos State a destination for medical tourism.

    “I am reassuring the business community of our commitment to encourage investment in critical sectors, through appropriate incentives and support,’’ he said.

    Ambode urged residents to take their health seriously, by going for regular checks for prompt detection of ailments and treatment.

    Dr Modele Osunkiyesi, Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Ministry of Health, urged the centre not to compromise the quality of services.

    Osunkiyesi said that quality and accurate health diagnosis was the key to detecting ailments and treatment, to secure the health of the people and reduce mortality.

    In his remarks, Pastor Ituah Ighodalo, Chairman, Clinix Healthcare, said that the desire of the centre was to provide world class healthcare service and reduce medical tourism.

    Ighodalo urged government at all levels, to support and create enabling environment to encourage the private sector to complement government’s efforts.

    “Our goal is to provide quality healthcare for our people, save lives and help stem the waste of resources through medical tourism.

    “We also call on governments to focus on public-private partnership in the health sector as a national vision, by creating the enabling environment and joining hands to make this a reality,’’ he said.

    The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), reports that the first Clinix Diagnostic Centre located at Ilupeju ,was inaugurated in 2006, making the Amuwo Odofin centre the second.

  • Photo: Environmental pollution in Makoko

    Photo: Environmental pollution in Makoko

  • Photo : Ambode attends NEC meeting at Abuja

    Photo : Ambode attends NEC meeting at Abuja

    Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode (left) with his Kwara State counterpart, Alhaji AbdulFatah Ahmed (right) during the NEC meeting presided over by the Vice President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo at the State House, Abuja, on Thursday.
    Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode (left) with his Kwara State counterpart, Alhaji AbdulFatah Ahmed (right) during the NEC meeting presided over by the Vice President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo at the State House, Abuja, on Thursday.