Ambode reiterated at the inauguration, held at the Lagos House, Alausa, that his administration was passionate about community policing, hence the establishment of the Neighbourhood Safety Corps which would replace the existing Neighbourhood Watchers
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The Governor in a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Habib Aruna, said he was truly saddened by the demise of the former Minister for National Planning, describing him as a true Lagosian, who was passionate and always willing to serve his state and fatherland
In a statement signed by the State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Adeniji Kazeem, the Governor also named Gboyega Bajulaiye as the Executive Secretary of the Board
He said Nigeria had no business resorting to importation to feed its citizens, adding that there was no alternative to achieving food security other than tilling the land and embrace best practices that will improve efficiency in the agricultural value chain
Governor Ambode, who spoke when he commissioned the newly rebuilt Itohan Girls Grammar School, Sapele Road, Benin City, to mark the end of Oshiomhole’s administration, also announced full university scholarship to two best graduating students of the school
President Buhari paid tribute to Pa Ajayi’s inspirational and dedicated work to entrench and strengthen democracy in Nigeria through his passionate engagements in Afenifere, the National Democratic Coalition and the Patriots
The Governor, who hosted the group at the Lagos House, Ikeja, said inasmuch as the State is home to a large number of religious organisations, the government would continue to respect the constitution of the country, which allows for freedom of association.
He, however, urged all religious bodies to continue to exhibit tolerance and unity among themselves
The Governor said considering the fact that Lagos used to be the capital of Nigeria and is home to every tribe in the country, the passage of the bill by senators should be viewed from the point of its importance to the country, and not just to Lagos
On its way to the final, Nasarawa United, nicknamed Solid Miners, defeated FC Abuja 1-0 in the Round of 64, beat Go Round FC by the same margin in the Round of 32 and saw off Dynamite United also 1-0 in the Round of 16
A Lagos lawmaker, Tunde Braimoh, has commended Governor Akinwunmi Ambode’s resolve to ensure that the 2017 budget reflected the demands…
Ambode, who was represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Tunji Bello, stressed that all security apparatuses must be united and determined in the knowledge that government is committed to providing all the support needed to guarantee victory
Ambode said: “Most of the issues we have with kidnapping are perpetrated by illegal settlers by the waterfront.
“All shanties along the waterfront of the state must go because the safety of Lagosians is paramount in this administration
According to the statement, a breakdown of the result obtained from the examination body revealed that out of the 44,108 candidates who sat for the examination, 22,233, representing 50.41 per cent, got credits in a minimum of five subjects, including Mathematics and English
The award ceremony was organised by the African Leadership Magazine
Governor Ambode, who spoke in Oshodi-Isolo at the ongoing inauguration of 114 roads constructed across the 20 Local Government Areas and 37 Local Council Development Areas, said indigenous contractors were engaged for the project not only to boost employment but also encourage the local construction industry to grow
The Governor, who was represented by the State’s Head of Service, Olabowale Ademola, pointed out that the 114 road projects represents another major landmark in the annals of progressive governance in Lagos State as well as a translation of the concept of inclusive governance into a reality
Governor Ambode, who spoke at the Lagos House, Ikeja when he received the AFRIMA delegation led by the Head of Culture of African Union Commission, Angela Martins, and AFRIMA President, Mike Dada, expressed excitement at the development and accepted the hosting right
Tinubu, who made the disclosure in Lagos, said Ambode ordered the repair because he knew the importance of sports to the development of the state’s economy
The Oba of Lagos, Rilwan Akiolu I, who led the traditional rulers to the Lagos House, Ikeja, said he and his colleagues were on a “thank you” visit to the Governor to commend him for the immense role he played towards the successful rescue of the Oniba of Iba
The Governor, in a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Habib Aruna, said Egbemode over the years has proved her mettle in the profession, saying that her recent appointment was thoroughly deserving and an inspiration to other women striving to make a name in the profession