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LAND USE CHARGE: REAL ESTATE SECTOR STAKEHOLDERS HAIL 50% REDUCTION BY LSG

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Mr. Olurogba Orinmalade, Chairman (Lagos State Chapter) of The Nigeria
Institution of Estate Surveyors and Valuers (NIESV), on Thursday, March
16, 2018, in Lagos hailed Governor Ambode’s gesture in slashing the new
Land Use Charge for Commercial properties by 50%. At a stakeholders
meeting held at The Protea Hotels, GRA, Ikeja, Lagos, Mr.  Orimalade
described the Ambode led government as a listening government and
pledged his association’s support for the new law and all other
progressive decisions of the government going forward. In his words, “we
are committed to working with the present Lagos State administration to
make the new law succeed and we have already set up a technical
committee to come up in ten days, with directions, recommendations and
position of the Institution on the law in order to collaborate with the
government for a better society.
Arc. Ifeoma George, Vice President Nigeria Institute of Architects, said
at the meeting that “this is a listening government and propose that
stakeholders should continue to be carried along in all government
dealings, going forward “. The event was a meeting with professionals in
the real estate sector.
The commissioner for Finance, Lagos State, Mr. Akinyemi Ashade, took the
opportunity to further enumerate other reliefs entailed in the amended
Land Use Charge Law. He emphasized that the state government was opened
to further discussions on how to solve the challenges plaguing
infrastructural financing and investments in Lagos State. He also
mentioned that there will be no penalty for late payment in this 2018
regime as earlier stipulated. Furthermore, the amended Land Use Charge
Law is a property tax that consolidates the tenement rate, Neighbourhood
Improvement rate, and Ground rent.
Outside of the commercial properties, properties occupied by owners and
third party used for commercial purposes will get a further 25%
discount, while a wholly owner-occupied property will get an additional
15% discount as graciously pronounced by the government. In addition to
these, all the other reliefs enumerated at the inception of the amended
law remains valid. These include 40% general relief across board,
meaning that whatever is the value of the property, 40% will be deducted
and the charge will only be calculated on the remaining 60%. For elder
citizens above 70years old, there is an additional 10% discount. For
those living with any form of disability, there is also 10% discount
while properties that are 25 years old and above will also enjoy another
10% discount. Above all, payments can be staggered across the year to
soothe the economic convenience of the payer.
The Commissioner also emphasized that self-assessment of property will
be encouraged to help individuals calculate their charges appropriately.
They are allowed to use their independent Estate Valuers to assess their
property and bring such discrepancies up to the government for
reconciliation. The state government according to Mr. Ashade, the
Commissioner for Finance, is opened to discussions and ever willing and
ready to dialogue on the Land Use Charge Law or any other government
policy for that matter.
Everyone present at the meeting agreed and fully appreciated the
unparalleled efforts of the state government in turning around the
infrastructural fortunes of the state. They pledged their loyalty and
support to the government’s efforts towards the Lagos Mega City Drive.
To buttress this point, members of the Estate Agents Association
present, pledged to partner with the state government in advising the
landlords to speedily pay Land Use Charge.
The stakeholders meeting had in attendance professional associations and
bodies like Nigeria Institution of Estate Surveyors and Valuers (NIESV),
Faculty of Estate Agency and Auctioneering, International Real Estate
Federation, Nigerian Institute of Architects,  Association of Builders &
Property Developers, and Association of Town Planners and Estate Agents
of Nigeria

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IGP Closes PMF Commanders’ Training, Pledges Better Welfare, Tactical Capacity

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IGP Closes PMF Commanders’ Training, Pledges Better Welfare, Tactical Capacity

 

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, on Wednesday closed a Squadron Commanders’ Training Programme at the Police Mobile Force (PMF) Training College in Ende-Hills, Nasarawa State, vowing to strengthen leadership and operational effectiveness across the force.

At the ceremony, the IGP inspected training facilities including the simulation ground and shooting range, where he personally took part in tactical exercises. He told cadets of the Nigeria Police Academy undergoing training at the college to remain disciplined and focused, stressing that their effectiveness on the field would depend on the quality of their training.

“Resilience, professionalism, and strict adherence to human rights principles must guide your conduct,” Disu said.

Addressing the graduating squadron commanders, he urged them to apply their newly acquired skills in leadership, operational discipline, and tactical efficiency. He described the PMF as a “highly disciplined, responsive, and reliable tactical arm” of the Nigeria Police Force.

The IGP further reaffirmed his commitment to improving officers’ welfare and boosting operational capacity, assuring that formations would be adequately equipped to tackle evolving security challenges nationwide.

 

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Oyo 2027: Ajadi Secures Oke-Ogun PDP Backing, Holds Closed-Door Talks with Samuel Adejumobi (Agbarapo)

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Oyo 2027: Ajadi Secures Oke-Ogun PDP Backing, Holds Closed-Door Talks with Samuel Adejumobi (Agbarapo)

 

Stakeholders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the Oke-Ogun zone of Oyo State on Tuesday received a leading governorship aspirant, Olufemi Ajadi Oguntoyinbo, in Saki, pledging political backing for his ambition ahead of the party’s primaries.

 

The stakeholders’ meeting, held at Saki City Hall, drew party leaders, community figures, and grassroots mobilisers from across the zone, reflecting the growing momentum surrounding Ajadi’s consultations across the state.

 

Addressing party faithful, Ajadi reiterated his commitment to building on the achievements of the current administration led by Governor Seyi Makinde, noting that continuity and expansion of ongoing projects would form the cornerstone of his policy direction.

 

“I will leverage the developmental strides of the present administration and ensure that their impact is extended to more communities across the state. Governance must be progressive, not disruptive,” Ajadi stated.

 

He outlined key areas of focus, including workers’ welfare and pension administration, promising a disciplined financial structure that guarantees prompt salary payments.

 

“Our workers deserve dignity and certainty. Salaries will be paid on or before the 25th of every month, and our retirees will receive improved attention. A government that neglects its workforce cannot deliver sustainable development,” he added.

 

Ajadi also disclosed plans for extensive grassroots engagement across all 33 local government areas of the state, aimed at identifying peculiar needs and integrating them into policy formulation.

 

“This is not just about ambition; it is about understanding the people. I will be embarking on a statewide tour to listen, learn, and design policies that reflect the realities at the grassroots,” he said.

 

Party leaders and stakeholders from Saki West and the wider Oke-Ogun zone pledged their support for Ajadi, citing his accessibility, philanthropic engagements, and perceived capacity to lead the state. Among those who spoke were Alhaji Rasak Aderele (popularly known as Super), Adeleke Thomas (Baba Elepo), and Hon. Coach Kehinde Adetola, who described him as a unifying figure capable of strengthening the PDP’s electoral chances.

 

Addressing concerns about internal party dynamics, Ajadi reaffirmed his loyalty to the PDP, dismissing speculation about a possible defection.

 

“I remain committed to the PDP. This is my party, and I believe in its vision. My focus is on securing the mandate of our members through consultations and consensus-building,” he said.

 

Shortly after the stakeholders’ engagement, Ajadi proceeded to a closed-door strategic meeting with a fellow PDP gubernatorial aspirant, Samuel Ademola Adejumobi, popularly known as “Agbarapo.”

 

Adejumobi, a prominent political figure from Atisbo Local Government Area in the Oke-Ogun zone, is a former Majority Leader of the Oyo State House of Assembly and currently serves as Special Adviser on Legislative Matters to Governor Makinde. The meeting, held indoors away from the larger gathering, was seen as part of ongoing consultations and alignment efforts among aspirants within the party.

 

Observers note that such high-level engagements signal a strategic attempt to foster unity and strengthen internal cohesion ahead of the PDP governorship primaries.

 

With growing grassroots support and intensified consultations across Oke-Ogun and beyond, Ajadi’s political activities continue to gather pace, positioning him as a formidable contender in the race for the party’s ticket.

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Four Times Primate Ayodele Warned About Resurfacing Of Covid-19 In Nigeria (VIDEOS)

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Four Times Primate Ayodele Warned About Resurfacing Of Covid-19 In Nigeria (VIDEOS)

 

Nigerians have been gripped by fear since the report of the COVID-19 variant in Cross River.

The Cross River State Ministry of Health has begun profiling and tracing individuals in the state who have been in contact with a Chinese national admitted after testing positive for the COVID-19 virus.

Not many people expected this to happen in Nigeria, because since 2020 when the global pandemic happened, there hasn’t been a single case of the virus in the country until yesterday, about five years later.

However, despite the fact that Nigeria was declared Covid-19 free, popular Nigerian prophet, Primate Elijah Ayodele, warned about three times that he foresees the virus coming back to Nigeria.

In his first prophecy regarding it, he warned that Nigerians should not pray to see Lassa fever and Covid-19 coming back in some areas.

“Let’s pray so that we don’t see Lassa Fever again. Let’s pray so that Covid will not come back in some areas”

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This wasn’t given attention by many because it felt Nigeria has been immune to the virus. Everyone went about their business as usual, and in the midst of all that, Primate Ayodele warned intensely again.

“Let’s watch this for the World Health Organization, I see airborne disease, Covid in another dimension that can cause cough, cold, air disease, it’s a warning and that’s what the Lord said.”

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This time, he specifically called out the World Health Organization about re-occurrence of Covid; and gave directions regarding how it would happen. He also emphasized that it was what the Lord said, but how many people actually listen?

Again, during a church service, Primate Ayodele warned that Covid is coming and will happen in a different way compared to the previous one. He made it known that the way of contacting it will be different from the previous one.

“Also, Covid is coming, but the way it’s going to come will be different from the way we experienced it that time. The process of contacting it will be different from the previous one.”

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Likewise, in his annual prophecy book titled Warnings to the Nations, Primate Ayodele warned that another round of COVID is coming. This book was released in July 2025.

“Another round of COVID will come up, and another disease epidemic. I foresee that a lot of money will be spent, and they will face some challenges in getting things right. The workers of this Body will be attacked, and there will be changes in leadership” (Page 36)

All of these have fulfilled the prophecies of Primate Ayodele. Beyond the prophecy fulfilment, this is a call to relevant authorities to always listen when God is warning them about anything through his prophet.

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