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Sanwo-olu Distances Self from #IgboMustGo” Protest
Sanwo-olu Distances Self from #IgboMustGo” Protest
REJOINDER
The attention of Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu has been drawn to a post by LagosPedia, a social media handle on X (formerly Twitter) that calls on the Igbo to vacate Lagos and Southwest of Nigeria and brace up for a massive hashtag #Igbomustgo protest from 20th to 30th August, 2024.
The Governor of Lagos State and indeed, Lagos State Government wish to distance themselves from the reckless, divisive and dangerous rhetoric, saying Lagos remains home to every Nigerian citizen regardless of their ethnic nationality.
Governor Sanwo-Olu views the post as not only reckless and divisive but an attempt to sow a seed of discord between the Yoruba in the Southwest and other tribes, especially those who have made Lagos their permanent place of abode.
The Governor appeals to Lagosians not to allow any person or group of individuals to create tensions in the State, calling on the security agencies to promptly investigate those behind the handle and bring them to justice.
Mr. Governor enjoins Lagosians to ignore the post and any post of that nature, promising to double his efforts towards ensuring lasting peace in the State.
Thank you.
SIGNED
GBOYEGA AKOSILE
SPECIAL ADVISER – MEDIA AND PUBLICITY
LAGOS STATE GOVERNOR
2ND AUGUST 2024
Media Personality, J J Jabulani and siblings to celebrate mummy at 90
Media guru and highly respected on air personality, Jọlaoluwa Afọlabi famously known as J.J Jabulani is holding an elaborate 90th years birthday bash for his mummy, Mama Maria Ibipeju Afọlabi.
The birthday bash is holding on Friday, 25th April, 2025 at No 1 Ebute Road, Unity hall, opposite Indomie house, Lau junction, Ibafo, Ogun state. Many eminent personalities and media guys are expected to grace the epoch-making event.
Mama Ibipeju is a big business woman that trades on kolanut and gold in the 80s, she’s married to the popular pastor of the C&S church world wide Most Senior Apostle Samson Ọlayiwola Afọlabi of the revered Odofin compound in IREE town,Boripe local government of Osun state .
Mama is blessed with so many children among them is the ace broadcaster and media owner , Afolabi Jolaoluwa jabulani who is the last born of the nonagenarian.
Mama has great love and passion for gospel music spurred her interest in the usage of ‘SHEKERE’ in praising God till this moment and this singular act earned her the nick name (Iya Sekere)
Ogun NYSC Coordinator Applauds Ijebu-Ode LG Chairman for Exemplary Support
The Ogun State Coordinator of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Mrs. Olayinka Nasamu, has commended the Executive Chairman of Ijebu-Ode Local Government, Hon. Damilare Sikiru Alebiosu, for his unwavering commitment and consistent support for the Scheme.
Mrs. Nasamu gave the commendation during a courtesy visit to the chairman at his office in Ijebu-Ode, as part of her stakeholder engagement efforts ahead of the 2025 Batch A Stream One Orientation Course, in line with the directive of the NYSC Director General.
Speaking on behalf of NYSC management, she expressed deep appreciation for the chairman’s dedication to the welfare of Corps Members.
Mrs Nasamu noted his remarkable contributions, highlighting that he was the only council chairman who provided transportation for Corps Members posted to Ijebu-Ode following the last Orientation Course and also demonstrated strong support by attending the Cultural Carnival on short notice.
“We sincerely appreciate your generosity and passion. Your selfless support continues to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our Corps Members,” she stated.
The Coordinator also took the opportunity to introduce the new NYSC Director General, Brigadier General Olakunle Oluseye Nafiu, and informed the chairman of the scheduled date for the commencement of the next Orientation exercise.
She appealed for continued collaboration to ensure a smooth and successful course.
In his response, Hon. Alebiosu warmly welcomed the NYSC team and reaffirmed his commitment to the Scheme.
He pledged to offer even greater support, including donating essential items to the Orientation Camp and personally attending selected Camp activities.
The visit also featured the presentation of waste bins by Corps Members to the Ijebu-Ode Local Government Secretariat as part of their Community Development Service (CDS), aimed at promoting environmental cleanliness and hygiene.
The visit reaffirmed the strong partnership between NYSC Ogun State and its key stakeholders in ensuring the safety, well-being, and productivity of Corps Members across the state.
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