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SANWO-OLU SET TO DELIVER NETWORK OF  FIVE ROADS IN ABARANJE 

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...As LASG Meets Stakeholders On Execution of Project

The Lagos State Government has engaged stakeholders in Igando-Ikotun Local Council Development Area (LCDA) on the smooth execution of a network of five major roads in Abaranje and its environs.

The Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Engr. Tayo Bamgbose-Martins, while addressing stakeholders at the meeting held at the Adeyemi-Bero Auditorium on Friday, said that all hands must be on deck for the successful execution of Olaiya, Ajibola Hassan, Alhaji Mustapha, Olu Adeyanju and Rabiatu Ogedengbe Road Network in Igando-Ikotun LCDA.

The Commissioner, who spoke through the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development, Engr. Oluwole Sotire, noted that the construction of several networks of roads within Alimosho Local Government Area would ease connectivity among communities in the axis and enhance transportation across the State.

“The magnitude of this project and others being executed by the Administration of Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu in Alimosho Local Government Area underscore the strategic importance of the area as a population hub with high demand for social amenities”, he said.

Speaking on the process of delivering the right of way to pave way for the smooth execution of the project, the Commissioner said: “It is important to note that officers from the Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development shall visit your neighbourhoods to carry out the required assessments and serve the necessary notices.

“After which their counterparts from the Lands Bureau would conduct another assessment for the purpose of paying compensation. As you may be aware, our compassionate Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu has mandated that we make provision of compensation to all deserving owners of structures affected by road development in the State”, he added.

Sotire also enjoined all to comply with Physical Planning Laws by building appropriately and encouraging others to toe the same line as it was rewarding to obtain the necessary approvals and secure LASBCA supervision in erecting buildings, while acting contrary to the law could produce unbearable negative consequences such as flooding, haphazard developments and building collapse among others.

Special Adviser, Works and Infrastructure, Engr. Aramide Adeyoye, who was represented by the Director of Road Construction, Engr. Tokunbo Oyenuga, said that residents would benefit immensely from the road upon its completion and urged them to ensure ownership and assist in monitoring the project throughout the stages of execution.

The Special Adviser to the Governor on e-GIS and Planning Matters, Dr. Olajide Babatunde urged the people to support the project, maintain vigilance in their environment and promote the whistle-blowing policy of the Government by reporting any untoward development around them.

A member of the State House of Assembly, representing Alimosho Constituency II, Hon. Kehinde Joseph, who expressed his appreciation to the State Government for carrying out many infrastructure projects in the area, enjoined his people to cooperate with the government and contractors to avoid unnecessary delays.

Others who spoke at the meeting include the Chairman, Igando-Ikotun Local Council Development Area, Comrade Lasisi Ayinde Akinsanya, represented by the Council Engineer, Engr. Isikalu Abiodun.

 

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EFCC Arrests 78 Internet Fraudsters In Enugu, Imo

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The operatives of the Enugu Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested 78 suspected internet fraudsters in Enugu and Imo States.

EFCC spokesman Dele Oyewale disclosed this in a statement issued on Monday, May 20, 2024.

Oyewale noted that 29 suspected internet fraudsters were arrested in Enugu metropolis on May 15, while 49 others were nabbed in Imo State on May 17.

He said the suspects were arrested following actionable intelligence about their suspected involvement in online criminal activities.

The EFCC spokesperson listed items recovered from the suspects to include 13 cars, mobile phones, and laptops.

Oyewale added that the suspected internet fraudsters would be charged to court upon the conclusion of investigations.

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Lady Abandons Husband One Month After Wedding For Deceiving Her That He Lives Abroad

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A Nigerian Lady by name Nancy has left her husband after barely one month of the traditional marriage and church wedding ceremonies which took place in Isuochi Umunneochi LGA of Abia State this last Easter Sunday 2024.

She said she discovered he has no money but was sponsored by his family to come marry her.

“He lied to me that he came back from the US and would be returning after our marriage ceremonies, but I didn’t know he was brought back to the village to live permanently by his family” she said.

“I can only go back to that nonsense marriage only if he would go back to the US as he told me earlier, if not no marriage, I no come this world to come suffer” she added.

Though, rumours in Amunda community has it that the heart broken husband a.k.a. ‘Mentor’ has been threatening the runaway wife and her family with Juju Shrine summons.

According to the rumours, Mr. Mentor’ said it’s either her family refunds him back all his expenses or return the lady to him before seven days or she will run mad and kpai.

 

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Abeokuta goes agog this weekend as Chief Michael OGUNSEYE Celebrates 70th birthday.

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The ancient city of Abeokuta, in the Southwest of Nigeria will go agog this Saturday May 11th as Chief Michael Kolawole OGUNSEYE, The asiwaju of Gbagura Christians abeokuta will be marking his 70th birthday celebration with a special Thanksgiving service and grand reception for dignataries from far and near .

The special Thanksgiving service will hold at holy trinity Anglican church Ago ika enugada, Gbagura Abeokuta Ogun state ,While the grand reception will follow at Abeokuta Club, presidential blvd beside central bank Abeokuta.

Chief Michael Ogunseye, who is a UK based qualified accountant per excellence also have a robust career in the mental health nursing profession under the UK NHS service .

Chief Michael Kolawole Ogunseye (the Asiwaju of Gbagura Christians) was born to Pa Isaac Olaogun Ogunseye from Ile-Aro in Gbagura, Abeokuta , Ogun State and the father maternal is from Ile Abuye, Owu-Totoro. His mother was late Mrs Durosomo Akanke Ogunseye (nee Adekanbi) from Iganmode Otta and Isaga Orile, Ogun State.

Chief Michael Ogunseye is a devoted Christian and ordained Evangelist in 1998 by Baptist Church Evangelical Mission in the United Kingdom.

He was awarded a Commonwealth Scholarship in 1983 to study Accountancy. He qualified as an Accountant with BSc (Hons) Account & Finance from Bournemouth Polytechnic (now Bournemouth University, UK) and MSc in Integrated Accounting & Finance at Sheffield Hallam university, UK.

He worked with HFC Bank in the Fraud Detection Department, BMW as a Warranty Manager and BP Oil & Gas as Off-Shore Accountant in the United Kingdom.

He changed his career in 1999 and Studied Diploma in Mental Health Nursing at the University of Surrey, BSc (Hons) in Substance Misuse Management at Thames Valley University and MSc in Forensic Mental Health Nursing at New Buckingham University. He worked for the NHS at the High Secure Hospital for criminally insane and mental health patients (Broadmoor Hospital) till his retirement. Currently, he is working as a Locum Senior Mental Health Nurse with NHS, UK.

Chief Michael Kolawole Ogunseye was a member of NADECO-UK and June 12 Alliance in the UK during the struggle for democracy in Nigeria. In 1990, he formed a human rights group called Justice for Nigeria, the group assisted many Nigerians that seek political asylum in the UK against the Nigeria Military Juntas.

He dedicated his life to human rights, social justice and the welfare of under privileged people. He Studies online Diploma in Humanitarian Studies. He is the founder of SAVE LIVES INTERNATIONAL OUTREACH ( a Non-Governmental Organisation) in the UK to support Orphan and Vulnerable children in Africa.

Chief Michael Kolawole Ogunseye has supported several children and widows in Zimbabwe, Zambia, Uganda, Kenya, Ghana, South Africa and Nigeria. Currently, he is the Chairman of Solace Drugs Abuse & Mental Health Advocacy Group, under the Oba Saka Adisa Adelola Matemilola the Oluyalo Otileta VII, the Olowu of Owu and Ground Patron of Owu Football Annual Competition (a charity football club for youths in Abeokuta, the initiative of Oba Saka Adisa Adelola Matemilola the Oluyalo Otileta VII, the Olowu of Owu.

He entered politics in the UK in 1988 and joined the Labour Party. He contested Hanworth Ward as a Councillor in 1998. He became the Chairman of Hanworth (Labour Party Ward London Borough of Hounslow). He relocated to Reading, UK and he was the Ex-Chairman of Katesgrove Ward Labour Party, Reading, UK for 2 year term and Ex-Chairman of Kentwood & Tilehurst Labour Party in Reading, UK.

Chief Michael Ogunseye is a member of Abeokuta Club, Abeokuta Sports Club, Lisabi Elites Club of Egba and Abeokuta Rotary Club. Grand Patron of the Priceless Jewels Foundation (PJF).

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