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The Alado of Ado-Awaye land and paramount traditional ruler in Araromi LCDA, Oba Revd. Ademola Olugbile Folakanmi, Makuledoye 11, Soludero 1, on Saturday, 27 March,2021 organised a programme in conjunction with Red Alart Consult in commemoration of this year’s World Theatre day celebration.

The programme which commenced at 11:30 a.m featured royal dance, cultural display, bicycle ridding, traditional songs, launching of community website and mail addresses, award presentation and mountain climbing among others. The event which was chaired by Pastor Tunde Shittu had other important dignitaries such as Hon. Niyi Ismael, (Former Leader of The house, Iseyin Local Government), Director of Education and Social Services, Araromi LCDA, Kabiyesi, Oni Baasi of Baasi, Kabiyesi, Alageere of Ofiki, Chiefs, Pressmen and security agents among others.

Delivering his keynote address, Oba Folakanmi welcomed all and sundry to the programme with honour. Kabiyesi said, “today’s programme was organised to promote Ado-Awaye tourism heritage towards global recognition for patronage as a way of increasing revenue generation for the State, Local and the Federal Government, and particularly, for the development of Ado-Awaye community.

Speaking further, the Alado stated that “henceforth, all important days such as children’s day, worker’s day, tourism day shall be used in promoting our tourism heritage in Ado-Awaye for the economic advantage of our people. He said, “though, it was not easy to achieve this financially as you can see, today’s event cost us much money and if not for the financial assistance from some of our brothers and sisters to organise it, the programme would not have seen the light of the day. Hence the need to solicit for financial support from every concerned stakeholder towards the actualisation of the next edition, which has been slated for May 27, 2021 to mark this year children’s day celebration.

Oba Folakanmi used the avenue to invite would-be investors in tourism business for partnership arrangement as he promised better and profitable outcome in the deal.

In the meantime, the Federation of Iseyin Students’ Union, Ogun state Chapter presented merit award to his Majesty in recognition of his outstanding contributions towards the development of culture and tourism.

Kabiyesi in his quest to put Ado-Awaye into global arena and as an added way of promoting our heritage, launched website, e-mail addresses having the links as: https/Ado-Awaye.com, info@ado-awaye.com.

To cap it up, a College of Theatre and Business School in affiliation with the University of Ibadan was announced to be established at Ado-Awaye. Kabiyesi as a gesture passionately roled out scholarship for some youth to study theatre at the newly established college.

At the close of the event, his Royal Majesty led all and sundry to the newly discovered “LADEEBO CAVE and IFO OKO ANCIENT CAVE!.”

Prince Niyi Okunade-Maku
Principal Secretary to Alado of Ado-Awaye

ODUDUWA NEWS has just gathered that the Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde has today held security meeting with security agencies and traditional rulers in Ibadan.

This was made known today by the State governor via his official Twitter handle which reads in part:

“This morning, we held a security meeting with the Traditional Council of Chiefs and heads of security agencies. As agreed at our inaugural Security Task Force meeting, I updated them on the measures we are implementing to address the security challenges in Oyo State.

“We recognise that our traditional institutions are closer to the grassroots, and we sought their collaboration, especially regarding intelligence gathering”.

ODUDUWA NEWS has just gathered that Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu today unveiled the plan to train Lagos State Law Enforcement Agents on the use of Body Worn Cameras under the Lagos State Law Enforcement Training Institute (LETI).

Details later.

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Tuesday inaugurated a Special Visitation Panel to look into issues relating to the appointment and other issues in Lagos State University (LASU).

The Visitation Panel was raised following the controversy trailing the appointment of a substantive Vice Chancellor for the State owned University.

The panel comprising former vice chancellors, seasoned administrator, technocrats and top public servant is headed by the Pro-Chancellor of the Ekiti State University and former Vice Chancellor of Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Prof. Bamitale Omole.

Other members of the Special Visitation Panel are; former Vice Chancellor of University of Port Harcourt, Prof. Joseph Ajienka; a renowned University don, Prof. Ayo Olukotun; former Registrar of University of Ibadan, Mr. Olujimi Olukoya, former Lagos State Solicitor-General and Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Justice, Mr. Lawal Pedro (SAN) and a Level-17 Officer in the Office of the Special Adviser, Education, Mrs. Funmilola Olajide, who will serve as the Secretary of the Visitation Panel.

Governor Sanwo-Olu on Tuesday also inaugurated 11 members of the Board of Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency (LASCOPA), chaired by a Human Rights activist and lawyer, Mrs. Funmilola Falana and 21 members Lagos State Market Advisory Council chaired by the Iyaloja General of Nigeria, Chief (Mrs.) Folasade Tinubu-Ojo.

Speaking at the inauguration of the Special Visitation Panel to LASU, Governor Sanwo-Olu urged members of the panel to discharge their responsibilities with fairness, firmness and forthrightness to continue to ensure that the State University takes its rightful place in the comity of universities.

He said: “I want to thank you because we know that you are donating your time and intellect for the State Government to be able to put a lasting solution to the current situation that we found ourselves in the appointment of a new Vice Chancellor for Lagos State University (LASU).

“As enshrined in the laws setting up LASU, the procedures for the appointment of a Vice Chancellor are clearly stated there and as the Visitor, my responsibility is to ensure that fairness, firmness and forthrightness are emboldened in that process and become a process that is flawless.

“We have been hit by barrage of complaints and unimaginable issues coming out from it. And by the power that has being reposed in me as the Visitor, I need to step in to ensure that we put LASU on the proper footing again and ensure that it takes its rightful place in the comity of universities.

“This assignment will be time driven. There is an advert that has gone out and which the general public are meant to respond to.

Timeline has been stipulated and for the panel to thereafter review whatever has been brought forward to them and be able to make decision and recommendation to me so that we can resolve the current impasse and we can appoint a substantive Vice Chancellor into our university.”

Speaking during the inauguration of the Board of the Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency (LASCOPA) and Lagos State Market Advisory Council, Governor Sanwo-Olu noted that with Lagos State fast becoming the business hub of Africa, the inauguration of the two boards comes at an auspicious time when all hands must be on deck to maximize the gains of a rapidly growing economy in the State.

He tasked members of the Board of LASCOPA to urgently educate Lagosians on their rights as consumers, what constitutes a violation of those rights and the steps they need for the Board to seek redress on their behalf.

“As I inaugurate the Lagos State Market Advisory Council, I urge you to do all that is required within the ambit of the law to effectively manage and control our markets in line with international best practices. In carrying out your duties, you must consult widely in order to harmonise the interests of all stakeholders.

“In accordance with making Lagos a 21st century economy, which is one of the pillars of our administration’s T.H.E.M.E.S Agenda, I implore you to use your new office to seamlessly engage traders, our market men and women and all relevant stakeholders in order to acquaint them with the policies of this administration.

“To the members of the newly constituted Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency Board, it is your duty to protect the rights of citizens against unfair, deceptive, and fraudulent business practices, which may result in exploitation, injury, and even loss of lives.

“You must, therefore, perform your duties with a great sense of responsibility. To whom much is given, much is expected. Our consumers are counting on you to protect their rights and interests,” he said.

In his Vote of Assurance, the Chairman of the Special Visitation Panel to LASU, Prof. Bamitale Omole thanked Governor Sanwo-Olu for finding members of the Panel worthy of the assignment, promising to ensure that it is done properly, promptly and efficiently.

“I want to assure you (Governor Sanwo-Olu) on behalf of the distinguished members of this panel that we are going to give the assignment our best, not only in examining the issues but also in charting a way forward so that LASU will continue to own its own in the comity of respected and respectable universities in Nigeria.

“In carrying out this assignment, I want to assure you that we shall be fearless, forthright and indeed very objective,” he assured Governor Sanwo-Olu.

In their Vote of Assurance, Falana and Tinubu-Ojo thanked Governor Sanwo-Olu for the confidence reposed in them and promised to deliver on their mandates without fear or favour.

Tinubu-Ojo said: “I want to assure Mr. Governor on behalf of Lagos State Market Advisory Council that the council will do the needful and we will not mess up the trust and the confidence you imbibed in us.”

Falana who was reappointed as chairman of the Board of LASCOPA, promised Governor Sanwo-Olu and the entire people of Lagos and by extension Nigerians that they will do more than what is expected of them as custodian of the rights of consumers in Lagos State.

The Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, today presented cars, among other gifts, to outstanding teachers and school administrators in the State in fulfilment of his promise to reward excellence and hard work in the teaching profession.

Speaking at the grand finale of the Y2020 Teachers Merit Awards held at the Sports Pavilion, Lagos House, Ikeja, Governor Sanwo-Olu emphasised that the initiative is in line with the State Government’s commitment to using education as a weapon to change the world, adding that through education, which represents the third pillar of the present administration’s T.H.E.M.E.S agenda, a template was developed towards rewarding selflessness, dedication and diligence amongst teachers in the State.

While appreciating the feats achieved by teachers in the State, especially in national competitions, he declared that “Our teachers keep placing Lagos on national pedestal”.

Sanwo-Olu opined that if teachers have such exceptional qualities, pupils will not only excel in academics but will also exhibit innate sterling abilities in cognitive, psychomotor, affective and co-curricular areas of learning.

His words: “Our teachers must continue to uphold the ethics of the teaching profession and display an uncommon sense of responsibility and greater commitment to duty”.

The Governor affirmed that the group of awardees will serve as Lagos State Ambassadors of Excellence in Education for the next year, while advising the teachers not to see the initiative as a contest but a way to motivate them to continue to put in their best, believing that such commitment will one day be rewarded.

“We will continue the massive investment in the education sector by improving the capacity and welfare of our school personnel, making the sector more ICT-compliant, exposing our teachers to international best practices as well as ensuring that our schools become a destination for work and learning”, he asserted.

Earlier in her welcome address, the State Commissioner for Education, Mrs. Folasade Adefisayo, stressed that the event is indeed a testament to a promise made and fulfilled. She highlighted that the committee received over 3200 applications and through stringent evaluation criteria, they were able to select the finalists.

Mrs. Adefisayo lauded the Governor for his passion towards rewarding excellence, most especially enhancing the welfare of teachers, which adds value to the growth of the education sector.

The Commissioner informed that the finalists will be showcased and exposed to multiple opportunities which will enhance the vision of the State in restoring the prestige of the teaching profession and encourage the return of teaching as a career of choice for the youths.

Each of the winners of the Y2020 Award, which include Adesola Akindele, Temitope Gbadamosi, Temitope Ibiwunmi, Rasheed Odenike, Rebecca Oyinloye, Oluwaseun Balogun, Joshua Olasehinde, Abosede Padonu-Daniel, Ekundayo Ajiborisade, Tolulope Odusanya, Tawakalitu Akinleye and Ovinuyon Buhari, was presented with a car, tablets and plaques among other gifts by the State Government.

Responding on behalf of the awardees, an elated Mrs. Ovinuyon Buhari expressed appreciation for the gesture by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, describing it as a dream come true.

Mrs. Buhari applauded the State Government for its commitment towards supporting teachers and ensuring their welfare is given utmost priority, noting that the screening process was indeed intense but fulfilling as they were able to learn better ways of delivering service to their respective schools.

She, therefore, promised the Governor that all the awardees will not relent in ensuring qualitative teaching is enshrined in all Lagos Schools.

The Ondo State Police Command says it is investigating the cause of the recent death of some cows in Akungba-Akoko, Akoko South West Local Government Area of the state.

ODUDUWA NEWS had reported how about 50 cows died in mysterious circumstances in the community on Monday.

The cows belonging to one Ibrahim Saliu were rumoured to have been poisoned.

The spokesperson for the state police command, DSP Tee-Leo Ikoro confirmed the incident.

Ikoro noted that the cows were given poisoned water, adding that further investigations into the matter had commenced.

In 2019, about 36 cows were reportedly killed by a thunderstorm at Ijare, in the Ifedore Local Government Area of Ondo state.

Again, 50 Cows Die Mysteriously In Ondo Community
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Community leaders suggested that the disaster was due to the desecration of a sacred shrine by Fulani herders who had intruded into the shrine of the ancient deity.

Despite the supernatural interpretation by the traditionalists, police said the thunderstorm that killed the cows was natural.

It was gathered that the cows were struck dead at the rocky elevation said to be sacred to the community.

The First Lady of Lagos State, Dr. (Mrs.) Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, has charged beneficiaries the conditional cash transfer to ensure that the funds collected are judiciously utilised to sustain the laudable Social Investment Programme of the Lagos State Government in collaboration with the Federal Government and World Bank.

Mrs. Sanwo-Olu gave the advice when she flagged-off the fourth bi-monthly payment cycle for the conditional cash transfer in Lagos Island East LCDA, adding that the initiative anchored by the Ministry of Wealth Creation and Employment is part of the national objectives of lifting 100 million Nigerians out of poverty in 10 years.

She said the initiative was designed to provide a one-off grant to some of the poorest and most vulnerable people in the rural communities, stressing that the successful implementation of the programme will help to move many out of the poverty index and drastically reduce the figures of impoverished people in society.

Earlier, the Honourable Commissioner for Wealth Creation and Employment, Mrs. Yetunde Arobieke, revealed that the State had disbursed N202,430,000 in cash till date.

She said that asides from identifying vulnerable households, through the combination of geographic and community-based targeting mechanism in disbursing the funds, the Ministry had trained 195 Independent Monitors for the integrated National Social Investment Programme (NSIP) to ensure that it is effectively and efficiently monitored and more equitably distributed to the vulnerable in the State.

Arobieke was full of gratitude to the Governor of the State, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, for making it possible for the State to benefit from the Federal Government of Nigeria through the National Social Safety Net Coordinating Office (NASSCO) and National Cash Transfer Office (NCTO), under the Office of the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management and Social Development (FMHADMSD) saddled with the mandate to develop the humanitarian policies.

The Permanent Secretary, Mrs. Kafayat Ajenifuja, revealed that the Cash Transfer Team and NCTO enrolment team left no stone unturned in ensuring that the fourth Conditional Cash payment was made possible.

She also assured that the initiative would be sustained among various other programmes of the State government and urged beneficiaries to deploy the funds to good use.

Oyo state Housing Corporation has disclosed that the Omituntun Estate located at Ajoda, Ibadan will be ready for Allocation to interested members of the public in the next few weeks.

The Chairman, Oyo State Housing Corporation, Barr. Bayo Lawal stated this while leading the board and management of the corporation on a visit to appraise the level of work done on the 360 housing units project at Ajoda being handled by Remax Realtors, the 45 housing units at Bodija on which the corporation and Project scope are collaborating as well as Agbowo Shopping Complex.

Barr. Lawal stated that he is impressed by the progress of work on Omituntun Estate, Ajoda, Ibadan stated that with the pace of work done, estate will be available for allocation to interested members of the public within the next few weeks.

He also enjoined organizations in partnership with the corporation on the development of its various estates to keep to the terms of the agreement in order to maximize the benefits of such partnership.
Barr. Lawal urged the development partners to redouble their efforts in order to deliver on schedule.

The Chairman used the opportunity to warn land grabbers encroaching on the Corporation’s land especially at Ajoda to desist from such act as the corporation would not tolerate any infringement on its rights.