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MUST READ : WHAT PASEDA SAID TO OGUN PEOPLE

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7 years ago

November 7, 2017

Sahara Weekly

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Hello my Fellow Citizens of Ogun State!

Thank you for this warm welcome. I am very happy to be here contesting with so many friends and terrific candidates!

Something is happening in Ogun State right now, there is a wind of change possibly in the transition of this present administration.

A wind that blows along the three senatorial district of Ogun State, From Ogun West to Ogun Central, where the number one servant office resides , to Ogun East ,the senatorial district where I was raised.

Wind from every corner in Ogun State, which will breathe new life into politics.

In this forth-coming 2019 general election, Ogun State have said loud and clear, that too many families can’t make ends meet, that too many seniors are living in poverty, that they have had enough of the same old debates, they deserve better, that is why we should dare to bring about change.

Change that is now necessary because Paseda is running in circles, because for too long, we have replaced scandals with different scandals, scandals that Ogun State could not tolerate anymore, because some want to benefit from divisive politics, because issues that matter to most citizens of Ogun State are yet to be settled.

You have voted for a green economy, but still, your money is used to subsidize big polluters. You have rejected scandals that tarnished politics, but again this week, we see the same story. Different leaders, same old scandals. For all these reasons, you believe it is now time for change.

Ogun State are ready for this change. Students, Youths, Artisans e.t.c are ready for this change.

My friends, I am ready to bring this change to Ogun State , so that citizens of Ogun State can have a strong voice in cabinet. In every corner of the government parastatals, my people is ready for this challenge.

Old debates and negative politics that we have seen since the beginning of this campaign are exactly what Myself had stayed away from.

Some have claimed that I was too polite to be a politician, as if it was a weakness for a party leader to listen what you have to say.

My friends, I cannot promise to be less of a good guy, you know where I stand and you know I will fight for the priorities you hold dear. To defend families and seniors.

To bring education to the way we met it and how it was, To stop subsidizing big polluters and instead invest in clean energy. To give a voice to progressive Youths, Women and resourced Ogun State Citizens in cabinet.

I am committed to do things differently in Ogun State.

I am committed to get results in the first 100 days as your Governor. Not in four years. Now. Because people need help now. That’s my commitment to you. My friends, I am ready to be your Governor, and I fully understand what this means.

A Governor’s job is to make sure the government works for those who have elected him, and not for big corporations.

A Governor’s job is to bring people together. Build bridges between urban and rural areas and bring closer the different point of views which exist in this state.

A Governor must ensure Parliament/Legislators represents the values you cherish.

Values like: Tolerance, compassion, pride in our differences, respect for democracy, cooperation. Those values are shared by all Ogun citizens around the world.

My friends, we will work together to bring those values back to action. No matter which party you supported in the past, we can put the old debates aside and work together to achieve real change.

We can prove that the cynics are wrong. That it is possible for Ogun State to have a to have a solid representation in all ramifications, not in the Opposition, but within government. Others will tell you that you have no choice but to vote for them. But that is, once again, old politics. You deserve better. You deserve change. And for that, we need to do more than block the Conservatives. We need to replace them. And it is not the first time for Ogun State citizens to bring about major changes in our society. This isn’t the first time you’ve seen this. It means something is broken and we need to fix it.

It starts with a vote – your vote. And so, I’m calling on you – on the election day in 2019– to mark your ballot for change. Together, we can do this. We can show that: Here, our priority is Free Education, job creation, the environment and Security. Here, we dare to use words like “change” “hope” and “progress”. Here, we dare to look beyond old politics and have the audacity to ask for something better. Here, we dare to look cynicism directly in the eye, and have faith that the best has yet to come. And especially because there is so much to do.

The time has come for someone to take on those responsibilities.

I am ready to take on this challenge! It can’t be done without you.

Let’s work together. Let’s roll up our sleeves and start the work right now.

Thank you!

Otunba Rotimi Paseda.

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Optiva Capital’s Dr. Kimemia Ignites Empowerment Movement at SheCan 5.0

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4 hours ago

May 25, 2024

Sahara Weekly

Optiva Capital’s Dr. Kimemia Ignites Empowerment Movement at SheCan 5.0

The SheCan Conference 5.0 reached new heights over the weekend as thousands of women and young girls gathered for a day of empowerment, mentorship, and networking. Sponsored by Optiva Capital Partners, the event showcased a diverse lineup of speakers from various fields, making it the most memorable SheCan conference yet.

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Dr. Kimemia, the CEO of Optiva Capital Partners, delivered an inspiring address on ‘Positioning for More’ in one’s career. She emphasized the importance of self-worth, motivation, and service in achieving career success. “You must have self-worth and believe in yourselves. You must believe in your ability to excel and get to the destination that you have set for yourselves,” she urged the attendees. Reflecting on her personal life story, Dr. Kimemia also highlighted the critical role of girl child education in promoting gender equality and women empowerment, stressing its ripple effect on families, communities, and society.

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L-R Shaffy Bello, Actress; Optiva Capital Partners CEO, Dr. Jane Kimemia; SheCan Convener, Ezinne Ezeani; Founder, Lifecard International Limited, Grace Ofure Ibhakhomu; and Audrey Joe-Ezigbo, Deputy Managing Director, Falcon Corporation at the SheCan Conference 5.0 in Lagos.

The event began with a powerful rendition of the national anthem by singer Sandra Osamor, setting a tone of inspiration and patriotism. The anthem’s lyrics, especially those addressing the youth, resonated deeply with the audience, reinforcing the conference’s message of nation-building and the importance of youth involvement.

The SheCan Conference, now in its fifth year, brought together an array of speakers, including wealth management experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurial leaders, energy specialists, motivational speakers, and even a comedian who used humor to impart life-changing lessons on decision-making. This diverse mix ensured a comprehensive and engaging experience for all participants.
Ezinne Ezeani, founder of SheCan Nigeria, expressed her gratitude to Optiva Capital Partners and other sponsors for their continued support and belief in the organization’s vision. “We are thankful to Optiva Capital Partners and other companies for being our headline sponsor and helping us create an impactful platform for women to thrive,” she said.

Other notable SheCan Nigeria partners that graced the conference include, Wema Bank, Nigerian National Petroleum Limited and a host of others. The conference also had Audrey Joe-Ezigbo, Deputy Managing Director, Falcon Corporation, Grace Ofure Ibhakhomu, Founder, Lifecard International Limited and many others as speakers at the event.

Optiva Capital Partners is a premier wealth management company, and Africa’s largest firm in investment immigration. The company also specializes in investment advisory, insurance, and international real estate. Their commitment to empowering women aligns with the goals of SheCan Nigeria, a vibrant social movement dedicated to helping women achieve their full potential through collaboration and empowerment.

#OptivaCapital #Dr.Kimemia #Empowerment #SheCan 5.0 #womenempowerment #WemaBank #NigerianNationalPetroleumLimited #NNPC #AudreyJoe-Ezigbo, #DeputyManagingDirector #FalconCorporation #GraceOfureIbhakhomu #Founder #LifecardInternationalLimited

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FIRSTBANK PARTNERS WITH PROPARCO ON CLIMATE PERFORMANCE

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10 hours ago

May 25, 2024

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FIRSTBANK PARTNERS WITH PROPARCO ON CLIMATE PERFORMANCE

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First Bank of Nigeria Limited, in partnership with Proparco, a Development Finance Institution is mainstreaming climate initiatives into its business operations and strategy. This is aimed at achieving a holistic integration of climate action on Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions reduction through an articulated strategic pathway to position the Bank as an African Climate Bank.

The 130-year-old financial institution is currently implementing a mechanism to calculate its operational emissions across all its branches and offices. This includes calculating data on electricity use, diesel use, water consumption, waste management approach, fuel consumption, business travels, etcetera to determine the Bank’s emission baseline and innovative opportunities for operational emissions reduction. FirstBank is developing the required capabilities and competencies by investing in its employees and the right infrastructure for integrating climate action in the Bank.

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In a two-day partnership strategy workshop sessions with IPC and Valoris, consultants from Austria engaged by Proparco in the climate mainstreaming project, FirstBank’s climate journey across all areas of implementation was reviewed to determine progress and empower strategic departments across the Bank’s operations, including: the Credit Risk teams; Human Capital Management & Development (HCMD); FirstAcademy, the Bank’s learning institute; Corporate Banking; Personal Banking; SME Banking; Procurement; Branch Operations and General Services teams to deepen the understanding of climate risks in their processes.

The six workstreams for the implementation include: Identification of financed and avoided emissions to support reporting; supporting the measurement and analysis of operating emissions; integration of physical climate risk assessment; opportunity analysis; climate strategy and policy development; capacity building amongst staff to support strategy implementation.

Dr Martin Steindl, Managing Director, Valoris, Austria, said, “Amongst our various engagements with financial institutions on climate mainstreaming, FirstBank is the only organization that has been able to provide data both on the assets’ location of their portfolio and head offices of their clients. I am impressed with the progress we have collectively achieved.”

Reinforcing the Bank’s commitment to mainstreaming climate initiatives, the Ag. Chief Risk Officer, FirstBank, Patrick Akhidenor said ‘’FirstBank is intentional about redefining its climate footprint. We are identifying opportunities in climate finance to improve our portfolio and reduce the carbon emissions associated with our processes and operations. The Bank is executing a financed emissions calculation mechanism as well as creating climate finance opportunities, such as renewable energy and energy efficiency products for our customers.”

Nigeria has committed to reducing its GHG emissions to 20 percent by 2030 and net zero emissions by 2060. While this is ambitious, it sets the tone for businesses in Nigeria to at least support their GHG emissions reduction strategy with national plans and target. FirstBank is committed to achieving this goal and this is evident as the bank is a signatory to the Africa Business Leaders’ Climate Statement released in 2022 at COP 27 in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt by the Africa Business Leaders Coalition (ABLC).

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Realtormax Announces Sallah Promo, Other Developments

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1 day ago

May 24, 2024

Sahara Weekly

Realtormax Announces Sallah Promo, Other Developments

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Dr. Michael Adeyemi, CEO of Realtormax International Nigeria Limited, said the company will offer various incentives to customers who buy land from any of its two top real estate property – Urbanmax Estate, Obafemi Owode, Ogun State and Aje – The Wealthy Residence, Ibeju Lekki, Lagos, ahead of the Id el kabir Sallah celebrations in June.

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He noted that the exciting offers began on Monday.

Dr Adeyemi explained that while a limited-time 50% discount applies for every purchase at Aje – The Wealthy Residence, household items such as ram, rice, groundnut oil, noodles, and semovita would be available on Urbanmax Estate purchase.

According to him, the gesture was designed to reward Muslim clients and others ahead of the Sallah celebrations.

The CEO also listed other developments in the company to include installment payments options, partners appraisals event, official launch of Urbanmax Estate in October and Lagos office relocation.

He further restated the real estate firm’s commitment to building sustainable, eco-friendly cities across Africa, adding that it was poised to deliver on its promises and exceed expectations.

Urbanmax Promo
As the Ileya festival approaches, Realtormax introduces the Urbanmax Promo, a gesture of appreciation to Muslim clients. Special offers include household items such as rice, groundnut oil, noodles, semovita, and rams, alongside a 15% commission for realtors and exciting prizes.

The official launch of Urbanmax, the Dream City, is scheduled for October 26th, offering a luxurious blend of lifestyle and serenity at an unbeatable price. Urbanmax currently sells at 1.3 million Naira, which includes survey and deed of assignment. However, post-launch, the price will rise to 2.5 million Naira or more.

Aje – The Wealthy Residence
Realtors are invited to an exclusive inspection of Aje – The Wealthy Residence, followed by the allocation of plots to clients on June 29. With a limited-time offer of 50% discount for the Ileya festival, clients can secure a piece of Aje for just N16 million Naira, inclusive of documentation.

Installment Payments
Realtormax offers opportunities for 3-month, 6-month, and 1-year payment plans and urges clients to prioritise monthly installment payments to avoid penalties and ensure smooth project execution.

Office Relocation
Following a recent fire incident at the Allen office, Realtormax is relocating its head office. Details of the new address will be announced soon, reflecting the company’s resilience and commitment to its vision.

Realtors Appraisal
An upcoming Realtors (partners) Appraisal promises to recognise and reward hard work, coinciding with the grand opening of the new office.

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