LAGOS STATE GOVERNMENT HONOURS ADRON HOMES FOR CONTRIBUTIONS TO SUSTAINABLE URBAN DEVELOPMENT

Adron Homes has once again reaffirmed its leadership position in the Nigerian real estate sector as it was honoured with an Appreciation Award by the Lagos State Government under the Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development.

The award was presented on October 6th at the 2025 World Habitat Day Celebration held in Lagos, with this year’s theme, “Urban Crisis Response: Flooding in Focus.” The event brought together key stakeholders, policymakers, and industry leaders to discuss innovative and collaborative strategies for addressing the growing challenges of urban development, particularly those related to flooding and environmental resilience.

According to the Honourable Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Dr. Oluyinka Olumide, Adron Homes was recognized for its “outstanding service and support toward sustainable urban growth.” The company’s consistent contributions to housing development, infrastructure investment, and community planning have significantly complemented government efforts to achieve inclusive, livable, and resilient cities.

Receiving the award on behalf of the company, the Managing Director, Mrs. Adenike Ajobo, expressed gratitude to the Lagos State Government for the recognition, saying:

“We are deeply honoured by this recognition from the Lagos State Government. It reiterates our commitment to nation-building through real estate innovation and responsible urban development. At Adron Homes, we believe in building communities that foster growth, safety, and sustainability. We will continue to support the government’s efforts in creating livable cities through proper planning, environmental responsibility, and inclusive development.”

Also in attendance representing the company were top executives, including the Deputy Managing Director, Sales and Marketing, Mr. Teddy Babatunde, Tpl. Dipeolu Rotimi and Tpl. Waliu, who joined in receiving the award and interacting with other industry leaders during the event.

The honour comes at a significant time, during the celebration of International Customer Service Week 2025, themed “Mission Possible.” For Adron Homes, the recognition reinforces its customer-centered philosophy, reflecting the company’s dedication not only to building cities, communities, and homes, but also to providing exceptional service experiences that make home ownership possible for all.

This recognition adds to Adron Homes’ growing list of accolades as Nigeria’s leading real estate company, renowned for its visionary approach to estate development, customer satisfaction, and urban renewal.

*A Night 4 Naija: President Tinubu, Senate President, CJN and Others to face Governance Impact Assessment.

Project Victory Call Initiative (PVC-Naija), a non-governmental, political advocacy and education platform committed to interfacing with electorates across Nigeria, is set to assess and measure the impact of governance under the present political leadership in the country.

A statement issued by the President of the Organisation; Paula Bellgam, reads

“We are dedicated to:

Rethinking Nigeria.

Reinventing politics.

Remodeling leadership.

Redefining governance.

Our goal is to erase dividing lines, forge unity, and empower citizens toward nation-building.

Our vision is to create a new Nigeria of credible, responsible, and responsive leadership and citizenry.

Our mission is to enlighten and sensitize Nigerians on their political responsibilities, ensuring the emergence of credible leaders for accountable governance.

Among our objectives are; to establish direct engagement with electorates seeking positive change.

Position citizens as decisive stakeholders in Nigeria’s power equation.

Drive electoral victories that secures the ideology of a government of the people, by the people, and for the people.

PVC-Naija stands at the forefront of a new political era driven by:
Engagement. Recognition. Awards.

*About A Night 4 Naija*

A Night 4 Naija is a national recognition and award ceremony that honors leaders, advocates, and change agents who have contributed to Nigeria’s growth and democratic development.

It is more than an award—it is a celebration of excellence, leadership, and citizen engagement.

*Nomination Process*

There are 15 award categories in total. Nominations reflect Nigeria’s geo-political balance—South East, South South, South West, North West, North East, and North Central—ensuring that no zone is left out.

The only exception is the Best FCT Minister Category, as the South East has never produced an FCT Minister.

The Nomination Committee for A Night 4 Naija 2025 was chaired by Simon Imobo-Tswam, a public intellectual and accomplished media professional, with Ifeoma Nkem, another distinguished journalist, serving as Secretary.

Guided by media recommendations and Independent Media Governance Assessment Reports (May 2024 – May 2025), the Committee received submissions in June–July 2025. Screening was completed in August–September 2025.

The List of Media Nominees was released on 1st October 2025. Public voting begins on the 15th of October and will run until 30th November 2025.

Voting Guidelines

Public voting runs from 1st October – 30th November 2025.

Each vote costs ₦100, ensuring accessibility and citizen-driven participation.

The voting link will be announced shortly on our website pvc-naija.com.ng

Please watch out for official instructions.

📌 Winners will be chosen by Nigerians, for Nigerians.

*Award Categories (2025 Edition)*

1. Political Icon of the Year 2025

2. Political Iconic Voice of the People Award 2025

3. Development/Change Agent of the Year 2025
This category is to recognise the efforts of Nigerians outside of public governance structure. Interested individuals with landmark projects for public good can apply by sending their names, project profile, location and pictures of self and project to [email protected]

4. Governor of the Year 2025 – Based on Security, Education, Agriculture (SEA).

5. Senator of the Year 2025

6. House of Reps Member of the Year 2025

7. State Legislator of the Year 2025

8. Local Government Chairman of the Year 2025 – Elected Chairmen only.

9. Speaker of the Year 2025 – State Houses of Assembly.

10. Iconic Voice of the Decade (2015–2025)

11. National Political Icon of the Decade (2015–2025) – Their manifestos will be compiled into JUBILEE VISION (2025–2075).

12. Best FCT Minister (From Inception Till Date).

13. Minister & Ministry of the Year 2025.

14. Head of Paramilitary Agency & Agency of the Year 2025.

15. Chief Steward of the Nation Award 2025 – The Prime Award of the Night.

Criteria include:

Stewardship & leadership attitude.

Courteous, edifying communication.

Accessibility to citizens.

Influence-driven leadership.

Respect for rule of law & democratic values.

*Why A Night 4 Naija Matters*

Restores Credibility: In an era of commercialized awards, Nigerians deserve a genuine platform.

Promotes Accountability: Recognizes leaders who prioritize citizens’ needs.

Unites Nigerians: Ensures equal representation across all regions.

Drives Citizen Engagement: Empowers the electorate to choose and celebrate their icons. The delivery of the event proper is under the oversight of Event Committee for A Night For Naija 2025, Chaired by Mr Demola Adunola, an hotelier, Secretary is Leo Omoseebi, a leading Art Director in the Nollywood Industry, consultancy for the project is provided by Jubal Production.

*Conclusion*

A Night 4 Naija, powered by PVC-Naija, is not just an event—it is a movement birthed by the philosophy of our founding President, Dr Bolaji Oluwayanmife Akinyemi, from whom I took over. He is today an inspiration to us as the Chairman of the Board of Trustees.

This is a call to Nigerians everywhere to recognize and reward leadership, advocacy, and service that inspire a new Nigeria.

📌 Engagement. Recognition. Awards.
📅 Date: Sunday, 14th December 2025
🕔 Time: 5:00 PM (Green Carpet)
📍 Venue: FCT

✨ It’s a new political era.
✨ Be part of the celebration. Be part of nation-building.

For corporate sponsorship and partnership, please call: 08033482715″

Let’s do this together”

Signed
Mrs Paula Bellgam, President.

Abuja Under Siege: When the Capital’s Promise Becomes a Hunting Ground.

By George Omagbemi Sylvester | Published by SaharaWeeklyNG.com

Power, pomp and paranoia – Nigeria’s seat of government is being hollowed out by crime.

Abuja was designed to be Nigeria’s safest city, a meticulously planned capital where power, diplomacy and order converge. It was built to stand apart from the chaos of Lagos and the volatility of other Nigerian regions. Yet today, this “CITY of PEACE” is steadily transforming into a hunting ground for kidnappers, robbers and violent opportunists who stalk its highways and suburbs with audacious confidence.

Between January and December 2024, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command recorded over 1,400 reported crimes, including 268 armed robberies, 104 kidnappings and hundreds of other violent incidents. While officials claim there has been a “15% DECLINE in CRIME” compared to 2023, most residents feel the opposite, that the fear on Abuja’s streets is not receding but mutating into something more menacing.

“When citizens no longer feel safe in the capital, it is not just a security failure – it is a failure of governance itself.”
~ Prof. Etannibi Alemika, criminologist, University of Jos

The irony is striking: the city that houses the Presidential Villa, the National Assembly and the Supreme Court has itself become a theater of lawlessness. From the affluent districts of Maitama and Asokoro to the densely populated suburbs of Kubwa, Gwagwalada and Kuje, insecurity now transcends class, geography and status.

The Rise of “ONE-CHANCE” Criminality.
Among Abuja’s most terrifying trends is the surge in “one-chance” robberies, a crime where unsuspecting commuters board vehicles that appear legitimate, only to be assaulted, robbed or even abducted en route. These syndicates operate with precision, exploiting rush-hour desperation and the gaps in urban surveillance.

“Abuja is no longer the sanitized capital it once was,” says security analyst Kabir Adamu of Beacon Consulting. “The city’s rapid expansion has outpaced its policing capacity. Criminals have learned to adapt faster than our systems can respond.”

This adaptation is visible everywhere. Satellite towns such as Lugbe, Karu, Nyanya and Dei-Dei are hotspots, where kidnappings often go unreported due to fear or lack of trust in the police. Even near heavily guarded areas, brazen robberies have occurred, challenging the illusion that power offers protection.

The Politics of Fear and Failure.
The insecurity in Abuja is not an isolated outbreak; it is a symptom of systemic decay. The capital’s policing architecture has become reactive rather than proactive, a cycle of deploying special units after tragedies rather than preventing them.

Following a wave of kidnappings early this year, the FCT Administration announced the creation of new tactical teams. Yet within weeks, another series of abductions hit the Bwari axis and Gwagwalada. The pattern is painfully clear: TEMPORARY MEASURES THAT COLLAPSE ONCE MEDIA ATTENTION FADES.

“The crisis of Abuja is not a lack of guns; it is a lack of governance.”
~ George O. Sylvester

The FCT’s unique status as a federal territory has also complicated accountability. Local area councils lack the autonomy and resources to implement long-term crime-prevention strategies. Meanwhile, federal agencies overlap and sometimes compete for jurisdiction, creating a bureaucratic fog that criminals exploit.

Economic Desperation: The Hidden Driver.
Crime does not rise in a vacuum. Abuja’s glittering skyline hides deep social inequality. Unemployment among youths in the FCT stood at over 33% in 2024, according to the National Bureau of Statistics. The rapid urban influx has outstripped housing, education and employment infrastructure, leaving thousands of young men idle, angry and susceptible to criminal networks.

Dr. Jide Ojo, a public affairs analyst, warns that “until the socioeconomic foundations are addressed, the police will always be chasing shadows.” In his view, sustainable security cannot exist where basic livelihoods are collapsing.

A City Losing Its Moral Centre.
Abuja’s insecurity has eroded not just safety but confidence in state institutions. When diplomats require armed convoys to attend official events, when residents crowd online forums to warn each other of unsafe roads and when families begin setting curfews for fear of abduction, the symbolism of the capital as the “SEAT of ORDER” collapses.

The effects ripple through the economy: fewer investors, reduced nightlife and an unquantifiable psychological cost. The Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) estimates that insecurity has contributed to a 20% drop in small business activity across FCT suburbs in the past year.

“Fear is bad for business and right now, Abuja’s economy is being taxed by terror.”
~ Muda Yusuf, Economist & CEO, Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise

What Must Be Done.
Intelligence-Led Policing:
Abuja’s security apparatus must move beyond random patrols. A data-driven approach (using surveillance technology, integrated command centres and neighborhood intelligence networks) is crucial.

Community Partnership:
Community policing should be institutionalised. Local vigilance groups can be formalised and trained to complement the police under strict oversight.

Accountability and Reform:
Corruption within security ranks must be confronted head-on. A 2024 CLEEN Foundation report found that over 40% of Nigerians distrust police response due to alleged collusion and bribery. Without reform, no amount of hardware will help.

Socioeconomic Interventions:
Government must invest in urban employment schemes, vocational training, and affordable housing to address root causes. Crime feeds on desperation; hope is its antidote.

Transparency:
Security briefings should become regular, honest, and data-backed — not propaganda exercises. Citizens deserve clarity, not spin.

A Capital at a Crossroads.
Every great city mirrors its country’s soul. Abuja’s current descent reflects Nigeria’s broader struggle between governance and collapse, promise and paralysis. If the capital (the heart of political power) cannot guarantee safety, what message does that send to Kano, Port Harcourt or Jos?

As the late Chinua Achebe warned in The Trouble with Nigeria, “The trouble with Nigeria is simply and squarely a failure of leadership.” Today, that failure echoes across Abuja’s darkened streets and deserted highways.

If this crisis is not reversed, the city will not just lose its peace, it will lose its purpose. A nation that cannot secure its capital cannot claim sovereignty. Abuja must rise again, not by rhetoric, but by reform and relentless resolve.