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WE’LL CONTINUE TO IMPROVE THE STANDARD OF LIVING OF OUR PEOPLE – ABIODUN

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The Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has reiterated his administration’s resolve to continue to improve on the standard of living of its people, especially the youth.

Prince Abiodun said the state is not averse to new and better ideas that could boost the fortunes of the State through education.

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Prince Dapo Abiodun made this known at the 3rd Convocation ceremony of the The Gateway (ICT) Polytechnic, Saapade, Ogun State.

He said that his administration was connecting with individuals and corporate bodies to join hands with the state in building a prosperous future.

The governor noted that the result of meaningful collaboration between government, individuals and corporate bodies, would be an overall development of the economy of the state, which would also translate to the individual prosperity of the citizens.

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“As a Government, we will continue on our part to improve on the standard of living of our people and make life more conducive for our youth. We are not averse to new and better ideas that could boost the fortunes of Ogun State through education and that is why we are constantly connecting with individuals and corporate bodies who may or may not share in our vision. We are better together. Nigeria is our country and Ogun State is our State; therefore, let us contribute our quota to its prosperity and we will in the long run, be the net beneficiaries,” he said.

Abiodun appealed to well-meaning Nigerians, corporate bodies and other social organisations to either “Adopt A School or Adopt a Primary Healthcare Center,” saying that adopting one of the two would be a way of either giving back to the society that made them or discharging their corporate social responsibility to their various host communities.

The state government, he added, cannot do everything.

“Towards this end,” he appealed “to all well-meaning Nigerians, corporate bodies and other social organisations to either adopt a School or adopt a Primary Healthcare Centre. It is a noble way to contribute your quota to the development of the education and healthcare sectors and to all the other sectors of our State’s economy.”

“We count on all of you the State cannot achieve much without your support,” he said.

While acknowledging the graduating students for the successful completion of their various programmes, Abiodun reminded the students that their certificates were just paper documents, urging them to strive hard and  contribute to the development of  the country and humanity.

“Let me congratulate the graduands who have burnt the midnight candle to achieve this landmark success, you can be whoever and whatever you wish to be, all you need to do is to work and pray for the fulfillment of your dreams and you will be there.

“There is no better way to predict the future but by creating it yourself. So as you go out there, I want you to know that life is full of roses and thorns. Stay focused. No doubt, you will face discouragement from friends, face material and psychological challenges; you might even get tired along the line, but all that matters is that you persevere, be patient and also be committed. At the end of the day, your sweat will become your sweet; your hard labour will pay off,” he said.

The governor at the convocation, announced the decision of the state government to offer a sum of fifty thousand Naira and give priority for employment to the best graduating student in each department, adding that the overall best student in the Higher National Diploma and National Diploma programmes, Miss Adio Opeyemi Deborah, from the Department of Business Administration, with a 3.86 CGPA and Ejidele Oyinlola Esther, from the Department of Science Laboratory Technology, will be offered automatic employment and a sum of One hundred and Fifty Naira each.

“We will be offering the best student in each department the sum of fifty thousand naira each. We will also give them priority employment consideration. The two overall best graduating student in the National Diploma and Higher National Diploma will be given automatic employment and a cash sum of one hundred and fifty thousand Naira each,” he said.

The governor while acknowledging the managerial exploits demonstrated by the Rector and his team, said that he has been a dependable partner, assuring the school community of the state government’s support.

He commended  the traditional institution, community leaders, political elders and the good people of Isara-Remo, Ode-Remo and Ipara-Remo for the blissful co-existence with the Polytechnic community.

In his convocation address, the Rector, The Gateway (ICT) Polytechnic, Saapade, Ogun State, Dr. Isaiah Kolawole  Oyeyinka, said that the institution which was established in 2006 to produce highly skilled technical manpower equipped with proficiency in Information Communication Technology(ICT) has grown steadily, noting that the institution had embarked on a massive infrastructural, development and environmental upgrade.

He noted that the institution under his leadership had been able to grow its program to thirty, from the eleven programs that was on ground when he came on board in 2014, adding that all of their programs had been fully accredited by the National Board of Technical Education(NBTE).

Oyeyinka, who disclosed that 64 Higher National Diploma and 39 Ordinary National Diploma students got Distinction, pleaded with the State government to help the institution put an end to land grabbers.

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The Mandate Movement Applauds Tinubu’s Modest Birthday Decision

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Abdullahi Ayinde Enilolobo, the respected Lagos State Chairman of The Mandate Movement (TMM), has extended felicitations to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on the occasion of his 72nd birthday, wishing him God’s blessings as he leads the nation.

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This statement was conveyed in a statement by Prince Adewale Arogundade, a member of the group’s Central Working Committee (CWC), and made available to newsmen on Friday.

Enilolobo acknowledged President Tinubu’s long-standing commitment to the country, describing Tinubu as a democrat and true progressive who has built bridges transcending ethnic, religious, and political boundaries.

In the goodwill message, Enilolobo further stated: “As you mark your 72nd birthday anniversary, Abdullahi Ayinde Enilolobo said, the Central Working Committee (CWC), leaders, members, and stakeholders of our great group join your well-wishers, at home and abroad, in praying to God to grant Your Excellency many more years in excellent health and divine wisdom in your illustrious service to our country and humanity.

“Your message of Renewed Hope resonated with our noble citizens, who voted massively to elect you as the President. We pray that Almighty God will renew your strength and commitment to demonstrably improving the living conditions of our people.”

President Tinubu, who turns 72, had opted for a low-key birthday celebration, attributing this to the challenging times the country is facing. The group therefore saluted the President for his decision, which reflects his solemn commitment to addressing pressing national issues, especially in the wake of recent security concerns.

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Tinubu @72: Photos As Lagos Lawmakers Honour Nigeria’s President

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Lawmakers at the Lagos State House of Assembly took turns to speak glowingly of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Thursday as he marks his 72nd birthday on Friday.

 

 

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The lawmakers commended the President for deciding on no-celebration of his birthday in consideration of the mood of the nation as, according to them, this was the mark of true leadership.

However, the lawmakers said it was important to celebrate the President’s achievements while he was governor of Lagos and his current strides noting that his policies in the State have continued to put Lagos on the global map.

Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, while praying for good health and strength for the President, noted that the successes so far achieved by Lagos can be linked to Tinubu’s wisdom and leadership capacity.

“When Asiwaju Tinubu became governor, we all know how much Lagos was earning. He successfully moved the revenue of the state from N600 million to over N8 billion in 2007. He also set in motion strategies for the upward progression of the revenue generation.

“This is not just about his birthday. It is a celebration of Lagos and where his policies have carried us. The Lagos Red Line rail project was unveiled recently and Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu reiterated that the achievement can be attributed to Asiwaju who created the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA) while he was governor,” Dr. Obasa said.

The Speaker directed the Clerk of the House, Barr. Olalekan Onafeko, to transmit a congratulatory message to the President on behalf of the lawmakers, staff and management of the Assembly.

In his contribution, the Majority Leader of the House, Hon. Noheem Adams, prayed that the steps currently being taken by the President would bring Nigeria out of its challenges.

While the Deputy Majority Leader, Adedamola Richard Kasunmu, described Tinubu as a compassionate leader, Hon. Sa’ad Olumoh (Ajeromi-Ifelodun 1) said Tinubu’s journey has been one of successes as seen in Lagos and his current administration at the centre. He prayed that the President’s current policies will also be beneficial to every citizen.

On his part, Hon. Sylvester Ogunkelu (Epe 2) recalled how Obasa prayed in 2019 that Tinubu would be president adding that Tinubu had shown his leadership acumen by deciding not to celebrate this year’s birthday.

Hon. Foluke Osafile (Amuwo Odofin 1) commended the President’s current steps while Hon. Adewale Temitope (Ifako Ijaiye 1) prayed that God continue to direct Tinubu’s paths and also keep Lagos lawmakers soaring.

 

 

Tinubu @72: Photos As Lagos Lawmakers Honour Nigeria's President

Eromosele Ebhomele
Chief Press Secretary to the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly.

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BEHOLD THE BEAUTIFUL BRIDE OF OSADEBE AVENUE BECKONS

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In the spirits of the exigencies of present charged up political topical realities and conversations,I am inherently inclined to ruminate and juggle our consciousness around the personage of Hon Senator M.Okpebholo and his walk towards becoming the Governor of Edo State.

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Humanity has always been subsumed,inundated with transformative phases culminating into palpable tangible events and outcomes and leading to positive disruptive developmental changes.

Undoubtedly,ideas visions and actionable goals shapes our world into transcendental growth and transformative developments.

A purposeful and iconoclastic idea whose time has come breaks down all barriers and obstacles to shine and glow into unparalleled unbridled fruition and acceptance.

In this sense,it’s pertinent to encapsulate rather unequivocally that Senator M Okpebholo emergence as the flag bearer of APC in the forthcoming Edo State elections is an idealistic momentous indication of an idea whose time has come-he is the rave of the moment that everyone should reasonably pander to and readily identify with without hesitations or scruples.

Resoundingly loud in the lips of rational citizens and netizens in and beyond Edo State is the very unmistakable ubiquitous voices,agitations,drumming,clamoring,for the easy going,down to earth,soft spoken,unassuming,humane,humbleness personified mien of Hon Senator M Okpebholo whose time has come to become the Governor of Edo State.

Typically,analogically and apparently the difficulties encountered with attempting to stop a moving train is the same struggle and resistance cum obstinacy to be overcome all attempts to stop the movement of SMO trains into Osadebey Avenue.

Interestingly,but ironically rumor mill and social media tends to be irreverently awash with arguments and postulations for or against and about the antecedents and benevolent overtures of SMO in the past as indices,parameters and anecdotes or measuring yardstick for future performances upon emergence as Governor….and l am simply miffed,wondering and asking rhetorically for the umpteenth time a subliminal regurgitation of our memories as to the performances of our erstwhile Governor Oshiomhole Gov Obaseki,Gov Igbinedion,Gov Odigie Oyegun
before they became Governors of Edo State??

I will be stultified and jolted into coalesce,condescension and submission if one can point at a meaningful remembrance of any grandiose project or remarkable charitable contributions they made in their respective local governments or senatorial zones prior to their being elected as Governors.

Suffice to state that I am struggling to decipher the rationale behind the conversation that previous acts of charity and projects done becomes a major political indicator and justification for becoming a Governor of Edo state.

Therefore and rightly so,it aggregates to cheap assailable blackmail all attempts to profile Hon Senator M Okpebolo on the basis of his personal acts of charity as a vicarious lens of assessment and for voting him into Office as Governor or otherwise.

He is irrevocably the beautiful bride of Edo Politics whose time is now.
An impeccable candidate with no baggages.He is his self cheerleader.
He is your everyday people person who operates an open door policy.
He is a rare silent achiever and an astute leader with pedigree of talking less but doing more.
He is an asset and a gift to Edo State

He is not your regular run of the mill boastful politician who speaks with both sides of the mouth denigrating with prism alluring lies uncensored

In the main,the whole essence of political participation is intended to make policy decisions that could shape up and lead to definitive changes,gains and democratic reforms for the generality of the public interest.

And l boldly posit unapologetically that voting Hon Senator M Okpebholo as Governor of Edo State is a wise choice to make come Election Day cos he will walk the talk by matching words with actionable and transformative deliverables of democratic dividends upon becoming the Governor of Edo State.

 

BEHOLD THE BEAUTIFUL BRIDE OF OSADEBE AVENUE BECKONS

Vibes up the Rhythm

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