An Evening With British Envoy: Senator Tokunbo Abiru Advocates For Stronger Partnerships, Says Nigeria’s Economic Prosperity Achievable

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Wale Jagun The Chairman, Senate Committee on Banking, Insurance and other Financial Institutions, Senator Mukhail Adetokunbo Abiru, FCA, has advocated for stronger partnerships between Nigeria and the United Kingdom, stressing that despites challenges facing the nation, the path to Nigeria’s economic prosperity remained viable. Senator Abiru disclosed this on Wednesday in Lagos, while delivering his keynote address at an event organized by the Bridge Club, tagged, An Evening with the British High Commissioner, His Excellency Dr. Richard Montgomery CMG, with the theme, “ Prosperous Future: Unlocking Mutual Growth For Nigeria…

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Lagos Education District II Celebrates Winners Of National, State Awards

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Wale Jagun The Education District II, Lagos State, has celebrated Eva Adelaja Junior Secondary School, Bariga and Mrs. Aderonke Ibiyemi Abidoye of Kosofe Senior College, Agboyi-Ketu for winning the prestigious President’s Award of Excellence for the Best Junior Secondary School in Nigeria 2024 and the Lagos State Maltina Teacher of the Year Award respectively. Mrs. Anike Adekanye, the Tutor-General/Permanent Secretary of the district who spoke during the celebratory visit to Eva Adelaja School, expressed her excitement that the feat was worth celebrating, commending both staff and students for the great…

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Etunrenren Chief Priest Laments Threats To Historic Site, Source Of Ikorodu’s Natural Spring Water

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Kunle Adelabu There are serious threats to the continued existence of Etunrenren natural spring water and part of the landmark and historic monuments in Ikorodu and Lagos State at large. The Chief Priest of the heritage, Otunba Olaniyi Ajadi Banjoko, lamented the threats on Monday, when a team – Iga Nigeria Limited, that is documenting some heritages, monuments and historical sites in Ikorodu, led by Mr Daniel Tayo, visited the place. Aside the fact that the natural spring water, which origin is shrouded in mystery, has served the Ikorodu Kingdom…

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Tribute to The African Church Bethel Cathedral, Ikorodu, on its 120th Anniversary

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By Prince Oluwaseyi Adelabu Today, December 11, 2024, marks a monumental occasion as The African Church Bethel Cathedral, Ikorodu, celebrates 120 years of God’s unwavering faithfulness and grace. It is with immense joy and gratitude that I pen this tribute as a former Cathedral Secretary (2017 to 2023). Serving in this role for over 6 consecutive years remains one of the greatest privileges of my life, allowing me to contribute to the legacy of this iconic institution of faith. The African Church Bethel Cathedral, Ikorodu, is not just a building—it…

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120 Years Anniversary: The African Church Ikorodu Honours Members With Excellence, Role Model, Other Awards

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Kunle Adelabu Prominent elders and youths of The African Church Bethel Cathedral, Ikorodu, were, on Sunday, honoured with Excellence and Role Model Awards for their roles in the development of the church. The award event was part of the commemorative activities lined up for the celebration marking the 120 years of the existence of the church founded in 1904 in Ikorodu, following its founding fathers protest and exit from the CMS Church. The special service commemorating The African Church Bethel Cathedral’s 120 years anniversary and Community Hymn Singing, took place…

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Security: Sanwo -Olu To Host 18th Town Hall Meeting

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Wale Jagun Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu is set to host the 18th yearly Lagos State town hall meeting on security. The state commissioner for information and strategy, Gbenga Omotoso, disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday. Omotoso said the town hall meeting will be held at Lagos House Ikeja on the 18th of December, 2024. The meeting is themed, “Data & Technology-Driven Security: The Way Forward”. Guests are expected to be seated by 12 Noon. “On the agenda is the presentation of patrol vehicles and other equipment to security operatives. Besides,…

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Senator Abiru Congratulates Newly Appointed Acting Accountant General of the Federation, Mr. Shamseldeen Ogunjimi

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Wale Jagun The Chairman, Senate Committee on Banking, Insurance, and Other Financial Institutions, Senator Mukhail Adetokunbo Abiru, FCA, has extended his heartfelt congratulations to the newly appointed Acting Accountant General of the Federation, Mr. Shamseldeen Babatunde Ogunjimi. In a statement issued in Lagos on Wednesday by Senator Abiru’s media aide, Mr. Enitan Olukotun, the Senator representing the Lagos East commended Mr. Ogunjimi for his unwavering commitment to public service and his distinguished career in financial management. He noted that the appointment is a recognition of Mr. Ogunjimi’s exemplary track record…

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Agbaakin Of Ikorodu, KOLUJO Felicitate Shamseldeen Ogunjimi On Appointment As Acting AGF

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Kunle Adelabu The Agbaakin of Ikorodu Kingdom, Sir (Otunba) Ayodele Elesho, KJW and the KOLUJO Movement of Cmr Japheth Odesanya, have joined numerous others in congratulating an illustrious son of Ikorodu Kingdom, Mr. Shamseldeen Babatunde Ogunjimi on his appointment as the Acting Accountant General of the Federation (AGF), by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. His appointment was announced on Tuesday . Otunba Elesho in a statement today, congratulating him also called for prayer for Mr Ogunjinmi in his new position for him to succeed: “All of us as LOVERS of lkorodu…

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Lagos Govt Warns Against Illegal Street Gates, Barriers

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Kunle Adelabu -Says approved gates must comply with regulations The Ministry of Transportation has warned against illegal and unauthorized installation of street gates and barriers in the state, and also disclosed that some of those that were approved are also not abiding with the regulations. Issuing the warning in a statement, Honourable Commissioner for Transportation, Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi, said that the non – compliance is creating serious challenges to the traffic and emergency response access. “The Ministry of Transportation has observed a surge in the installation of unauthorised gates, particularly…

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Rep. Benson Congratulates Newly Appointed Acting AGF, Shamseldeen Ogunjimi

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Mariam Akinloye Following the announcement of Mr. Shamseldeen Babatunde Ogunjimi as the Acting Accountant General of the Federation (AGF), by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Tuesday, Rep. Babajimi Benson has congratulated him on what he termed ‘a well – deserved appointment.’ The appointment was contained in a statement by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. President Tinubu emphasized the critical role of the Accountant General’s office in managing the nation’s treasury. Ogunjimi’s appointment which takes immediate effect, follows the pre-retirement leave of the outgoing…

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