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  • Lagosians holds Mega Rally for Tinubu

    Lagosians holds Mega Rally for Tinubu

    The chairman of Lagos State Parks and Garages management committee, Musiliu Akinsanya popularly known as MC Oluomo, and other supporters of the All Progressives Congress presidential candidate, Bola Tinubu, have defied the heavy rain to hold their five-million-man rally in Lagos State on Sunday.

    The march commenced with a mammoth crowd at the Teslim Balogun Stadium and will end at Oshodi.

    There was a heavy presence of security operatives as serious traffic gridlocks were seen along Funsho Williams avenue, Yaba-Ikorodu road and other neighbouring communities of Surulere.

    During the rally, two Fuji musicians, Sulaimon Adio, popularly known as Atawewe and Sulaimon Adekunle Alao popularly known as Malaika joined to show their solidarity for Tinubu.

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  • Ambode thanks Lagosians for endorsement, asks youths to get PVCs

    Ambode thanks Lagosians for endorsement, asks youths to get PVCs

    The immediate past governor of Lagos State, Akinwunmi Ambode, has appreciated Lagosians for endorsing his contributions to the development of the state.

    The 58-year-old All Progressives Congress chieftain also urged youths to get their Permanent Voters Cards ahead of the 2023 general elections.

    In a Facebook post on Tuesday, he wrote, “After all we have been through, God has been faithful. Thank you for the overwhelming endorsement of our modest contributions to the growth of Lagos. It can only get better for Lagos, and indeed Nigeria. The youths are coming. The power is in their hands. Go and get your Permanent Voters Card (PVC) ready. Your future is NOW!”

    Ambode was Lagos governor from 2015 to 2019 and had lost his reelection to Babajide Sanwo-Olu at the APC primary due to intra-party squabbles.

    Ambode, the first Lagos governor to stay in office for four years since the return to democracy in 1999, was said to have been kicked out after APC leader and strong man of Lagos politics, Bola Tinubu, anointed Sanwo-Olu.

    Like 56-year-old Sanwo-Olu who assumed office in May 2019, and would be completing his first term in office by May 2023, Ambode is constitutionally permitted to be in office for one more term of four years if the electorate so decide.

    Before Ambode, the current Minister of Works and Housing, Babatunde Fashola, was Lagos governor between 2007 and 2015 while Tinubu was governor from 1999 to 2007.

    Since he left office in 2019, Ambode has been extremely politically reserved. He also has not been seen at functions with any of his predecessors or his successor.

    Though political permutations have earnestly begun ahead of the 2023 elections, Ambode has not declared his intention to run for second term in office but there are indications that Sanwo-Olu wants to return for another four years.

    “I think we are doing a very good job, I dare say so. I think the citizens know what it is they will be missing if they don’t let us continue to wrap up all the things we are doing,” Sanwo-Olu said in a recent interview when asked if he has any plan to throw his hat into the ring in the next election.

  • Lagosians Know What They’ll Be Missing If We Don’t Continue, Says Sanwo-Olu

    Lagosians Know What They’ll Be Missing If We Don’t Continue, Says Sanwo-Olu

    Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Friday said the people of the state are aware of what they will miss if his administration is denied a second term.

    Although he did not expressly state if he will seek re-election in 2023, the governor believes it is left for the people to decide if his administration deserves another term or not.

    “I think we are doing a very good job,” the governor rated his administration during his appearance on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily. “If I dare say so, I think that the citizens know what it is they will be missing if they don’t let us continue to wrap up all the things we are doing.”

    He added, “As we speak, we have done about two-thirds of our time – about 65.7 per cent, because we count it every day. The field is not open yet; the race has not been declared open yet. But for me, it is about ensuring that these four years that I have promised my citizens, I put every bit of my sweat into it.

    “I will ask, I will consult; citizens, how do you see it? …. that’s how you get it down. Keep your focus on, try and finish very strong. You know when it is time for us to do all the politicking, we will do it.”

    Governor Sanwo-Olu also spoke about the efforts being made by his administration to address the gridlock on Lagos roads.

    Following the purchase of two new sets of 10 cars Talgo 330kmph trains for its red line rail project, he revealed that the coaches would be on track by the fourth quarter of the year.

    According to the governor, the terminal stations will be ready by the set target but transporting passengers may commence next year.

    He attributed the possible delay to proper testing of the trains and training of workers, to ensure the safety of passengers.

  • COVID-19: Respect 12am to 4am curfew, Sanwo-Olu warns Lagosians

    COVID-19: Respect 12am to 4am curfew, Sanwo-Olu warns Lagosians

    Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has urged Lagosians to respect the 12am to 4am curfew imposed by the Federal Government as Crossover Services hold in various churches on December 31, 2020.

    He also urged religious leaders to ensure their followers observe the protocols put in place to curb the spread of the coronavirus as the country battles the second wave of the pandemic.

    The governor made this known on Thursday while responding to questions from journalists at the State House in Marina, Lagos.

    He said, “There are not meant to be any gathering. The curfew set by the NCDC (Nigeria Centre for Disease Control) and the PTF (Presidential Task Force on COVID-19) is still active. There is a national curfew from 12 midnight to 4am and that has to be respected. No night vigils in any form.

    “The instructions are there and all of the restrictions are in place as set by the PTF and the Lagos State Safety Commission.

    “So, there are no vigils anywhere. This is just one Christmas, we will have many Christmas. So, you can have your prayers at home.”

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  • Lagosians react to Okada, Keke ban in 15 LGAs

    Lagosians react to Okada, Keke ban in 15 LGAs

    In as much as I don’t support the usage of Okada and tricycles on the highways, I urge the government to find a lasting solution to the rate of unemployment in the country. “I studied Business Admin in one of the polytechnics and I wouldn’t have ventured into Okada business if I was able to get a job, but truth be told, this business is risky.” -Olayemi Tola, Okada rider The govt has done well provided the restriction is limited to the highways and bridges. Many of these riders are untrained and end up endangering the lives of others through recklessness. The 2012 Traffic Law has been in existence but how many riders observe it? Though the enforcement will affect many people. -Ajayi Oluwafemi, Computer Engineer

    “The restriction of Okada and tricycles on major roads in Lagos State is a welcome idea because many innocent lives have been lost through Okada and tricycles on our highways. Some are in the hospital as a result of Okada accident. Although Okada is helpful for safety, let all riders register their names in their CDAs so that they can be monitored.” -Iyabo K. Martins, Fashion Designer “Restricting Okada and tricycles in Lagos State is like closing down a major means of employment for a set of people. I think the state government should instil sanity and discipline in the mode of operation of these riders instead of banning them from major routes in the state. So many families will suffer because those affected are breadwinners of their families.” -Olarewaju Ellen, Makeup Artist. “The restriction is wicked, barbaric and totally against the common man whose means of survival depends largely on such means. What alternative source of income has the government created for those affected? Nothing!
    “If this goes through, then the crime rate will continue to increase and the government and innocent citizens will suffer for the poor and thoughtless decision of the government.” -Bankole Emanuel “Lagos State is peculiar in the sense that Okada is the fastest means of transportation. It is a place where car owners will have to abandon their cars and take Okada to avoid missing an important assignment. “I take Okada when going to purchase spare parts and it costs a lot of money but I have no choice. The primary responsibility of government is to deliver a good road network to its citizens.” -Oladimeji Folowoselo Mechanic