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MARKET WOMEN IN IKORODU TAKES PEACEFUL PROTEST TO LAGOS STATE HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY OVER COMMISSIONER LIST ®™√ INN Nigeria © photo 2023 07 31 07 54 318812472797048584104 Reports reaching Ikorodu News Network (INN) disclosed that Market women in Ikorodu took a peaceful protest to the Lagos State House of Assembly over the commissioner list sent by Governor Sanwo-Olu. According to sources, they paraded the House of Assembly gate in the early hours of July 31st 2023. The market women, who are part of the anxious and agitated residents, lamented over the one representative slated to represent the waterbed region in Governor Sanwo-Olu's new cabinet and demanded more representation for their region in the Lagos State government. Furthermore, they called on the Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu to take action to address their concerns and to ensure that Ikorodu is given adequate representation in the cabinet list. The women have vowed to continue their peaceful protest until their demands are met. Elucidating that other regions in Lagos enjoyed more representatives in the list, they asserted that they believe Ikorodu was not given adequate leverage in the cabinet list, dubbing it a sign of marginalization. They called on the Governor to take their concerns seriously and to ensure that Ikorodu is given a fair share of representation in the Lagos State government.
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MARKET WOMEN IN IKORODU TAKES PEACEFUL PROTEST TO LAGOS STATE HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY OVER COMMISSIONER LIST ®™√ INN Nigeria ©

31 Jul 2023
PRINCESS OYEFUSI: WE NEED TO SHUN PARTISAN POLITICS ®™√ INN Nigeria © 245016e0 14c7 11ee 8feb 71b9a907f4e47E27997375305607798331 Princess Abiodun Islamiat Oyefusi is the daughter of the late Ayangburen of Ikorodu Kingdom. She was the Deputy Governorship candidate for Labour Party Lagos state, during the 2023 general elections. In 2019, she was the PDP Lagos East Senatorial Candidate and currently 2023. She is a Prince2 Project Management Practitioner, and currently an Associate of the Chartered Institute of Governance U.K. and Ireland. She has over 25 years of Board and Public Sector experiences developing Governance framework and managing multi-million dollar projects. She is currently the Governance Partner for TLGP Partnership. She is an honorary member of the West Africa Women Association (WAWA). A strong advocate for women’s equality and rights working with various legal NGOs such as Lawyers Without Borders, she currently serves on boards of various NGOs including SoulLifters, and Global Girl Child Development. Take us through your years in public service and the challenges…. I spent over 15 years in the public sector in the UK and Nigeria as well. I have worked in various regional and local governments in the UK building governments frameworks, implementing projects to develop services as well as implementing various policies and frameworks. For me, it gives an insight into what politics was. It was a worldwide experience for me because of the foundation block of politics. It gives an insight into how the government should be run, how the government is closer to the people, and how they analyze, research and develop the services that meet public needs. How the framework should work and implement good government for the benefit of the public. When I came back to Nigeria and ventured into politics, it helped me to understand what government should be doing and what the gaps were in Nigeria compared to what was obtainable Abroad and how to improve the services to build effective institutions, to deliver services to the people as well as formulate policies and structures that work for the benefits of the people. The main challenge in London was the fact that people were resisting change. But, we had an obligation as public servants to make them understand how changes would benefit them. And how policies you are bringing would benefit them. Whatever services or projects you are bringing must have public backing. The public must understand the structure and the service the government is focusing on. Getting public backing could be very changing especially when the need for the service was rapid; you cannot bring in change at a slow pace. It has to be an instant change. Meanwhile, the cost-benefit of some of the changes to the public might be invisible. It might not be instantly measurable. So, when you try to bring changes, people might resist it. As a manager, you are trained on how to mitigate risk, analyze challenges and address them. MBA schools trained us along that way. As a project management expert, for me, your Board must understand your project or framework or governance you are trying to implement. You will break it down into languages that you can understand. What are you trying to achieve, what are the key areas and stages of implementation? How do you mitigate the risk? What are the options available? You do like a SWOT analysis and addressing the challenge is the first point. You need enough information to make people understand. The second aspect is the need to understand the total package at different levels. You need to sell the idea to all the stakeholders for their backup without resistance. It is the same in politics. When you are in the opposition, you see all the mistakes, the gaps and when you are trying to come in, you have to go to the grassroots. When you try to come to power, you need to address this. You need to speak to power; you have to make them understand what you are trying to say. Make them understand your manifesto. Make them understand that you know where the shoes are pitching them. Let them understand how the country to the local government should be operating. That way, you have reduced the challenges by 50 per cent. That has been the way I have addressed most of the challenges that I have been in the public sector where I have worked. Stakeholders are very important in the public sector and they have their interest. Once that is in place, your challenges will be minimal and you will level the playing field, you will not get the needed support. They must all come to the project with a clear understanding of what is going to be achieved. What will be done and what will be done and who is going to be done, who is responsible, the review of what will be done, the feedback, the cost benefits, all those challenges are very important. For women who want to attain the highest rank in public service, how best do you think they can prepare alongside the struggle and victimization that comes with climbing the ladder? Nigerian women and politics are interesting and sad. Look at the last elections we just concluded. In the Senate, we only got a few women as well as the House of Representatives. This is worrisome compared to the number in the past. It is just retrogression instead of progressing. During former President Goodluck Jonathan’s era, we had 17 women in the Senate. It started declining and now to three. We need to make the young women that are going into politics understand the culture of Nigerian women as it is now and that culture needs to change. Also, we need to be deliberate about affirmative action to enforce the 35 per cent proportional representation for women, if not; we will struggle to get to that level in Nigerian politics. Nigerian culture is very discriminatory against women achieving high ranks. The stigma that comes against women in Nigerian politics is very strong and you are fighting the barrier. You have to go against that barrier especially when you are competing in an election that is not an appointment. Elections in Nigeria are tough, violent and dirty. And you are dealing with a male-dominated culture. As a woman, it makes you tougher especially when you are appealing for funds with men in the same place. They call you all sorts of names including prostitute, bitch among others. The intimidation and the bullying in Nigerian politics can be too much for some women. But, if you know what you want to achieve, your vision, and you continue to stand for it, you will get there. For women in Nigeria, there Is still lots of hard work to be done. This is the time women need to support women. We must come together and stand as one. We need to leave partisan politics. We have to run a women’s agenda on a non-partisan basis. We have to work together and achieve a level that gives the girl child hope. We are close to almost 49 per cent of the population and we are not proportionally represented in any level of government compared to the population of women in Nigeria. We need to start working on it from now until 2027. We can get lots of women in the positions, especially with the local government elections that are coming UP in the State. If we can get 35 per cent at the local government level elections, then we have started. This is the time we must use our finances, and physical support among others to help other women. Women at the NASS must support those in their constituencies regardless of the party to help other women win elections at various levels. How did you carve a niche for yourself to get to the position you are in? Most of the time, I do not see obstacles. I see opportunities and I go for it. I come from a family of politicians and family that served and that is an affirmation that I have something to contribute to the development of humanity. You need to surround yourself with people that could encourage you. That is how I have been able to carve a niche for myself. My SWOT analysis is on people’s opinions and understanding of how to achieve my goals. You need to have a vision, breakdown into a brief, then a plan, deliverables and measurable targets. If you tell me I cannot do this, then, I see thousands and one way of how to do things. I have built myself on integrity and principles. If you do not have principle and character, something is wrong. My father built a name on integrity. Mine is to build on it. I believe politics is a collective responsibility. Unless the processes that brought out the result are negative. I believe in a party that understands its principles and advocates women's inclusiveness. Joining the Labour Party is out of sincerity that I see in the party and I always look for an enabling environment to achieve my goals. Reputation and hard work have helped me through the journey. I never campaigned to become a LP Deputy Governor but my reputation carved a niche for me. I saw that the vision of the LP Governorship candidate aligned with mine and so, it became a reality. You ventured into politics and were able to gather all the support. What were those features that stood in for you? My hard work, character and integrity contributed. The legacy of my late father, Ayangburen of Ikorodu and all his reputation in Ikorodu. My Uncle, the late Adeniran Ogunsanya, and the late Aunty Denrele Ogunsanya have contributed. What people saw in me is my understanding of government and the need to impact the people positively. The willingness to get things done also carved a niche for us. Your profile x-rayed your vast experience in public service and service to humanity as you are on the board of many NGOs. How do you juggle these roles alongside your political ambitions? What are those features that determined your success stories? It is a natural feat. Politics and NGOs are service oriented. It is about contributing to humanity. A lot of NGOs work with the government to develop the community. You cannot be in the public sector if you do not have what it takes to serve humanity. If you are there to serve, you will always be part of an NGO, and people who are ready to serve. I believe we should be ready to build ourselves up. It is not everybody who would be rich but we must be in the position to help one another. Overseas, people that volunteer in NGOs are not rich. They volunteer their time to impact their fellow human beings. When you see the changes in the life of the people, then you are satisfied. We have various programmes in the pipeline including community medics coming on board. It will cut across different communities in Lagos state. We are launching the community medics next month. We are also having a support programme for abused women. We have women in politics. This is to ensure 35 per cent affirmative action to encourage the girl child. How deliberate are you in the area of gender inclusiveness? This is the area that we must address. It is top of my priority. We have to find a way to reduce gender inequality in our society. Women have been seriously sidelined especially in the public sector and in politics among others. We have gotten to the point where women cannot boast of having a woman President. We cannot afford to have a president who says his wife’s role is in the kitchen. In this dispensation, we have to ensure 35 per cent affirmative action for women. We need to educate our young girls on the importance of their roles in politics. We need to develop the girl children for the growth of women and people with disabilities.
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PRINCESS OYEFUSI: WE NEED TO SHUN PARTISAN POLITICS ®™√ INN Nigeria ©

27 Jun 2023
PRINCESS EZUMA CHINYEREM SCHOLASTICA ‘NELLY’ INSTALLED AS YEYE SEWA OF EGBIN KINGDOM BY OBA ADEORIYOMI OYEBO ®™√ INN Nigeria © 393on3n3nn8709530745366638761 Founder/PG of Great Height Women Achievers Club International, Princess Ezuma Chinyerem Scholastica 'Nelly' is officially a member of the Council of Egbin Honourary Chiefs. Princess Ezuma, an honourable woman leader and Principal of Unique Nelly Academy was installed as the Yeye Sewa Of Egbin Kingdom by His Royal Majesty, Oba Adeoriyomi Oyebo, the Obateru Of Egbin Kingdom on the 4th of June 2023. The induction occasion which took place at the Palace of His Royal Majesty in Egbin saw family, friends and well-wishers of Princess Ezuma, known more as the Ada-Igbo Gburugburu of Igbo Speaking Community in Lagos State, received the prestigious title in utmost warmth and humility. Citing her numerous areas of contribution to the region, Princess Ezuma was recognised by the King (Oba Adeoriyomi Oyebo) as a community builder and a distinguished personality to reckon with in fostering neighbourhood development and advancement. HRM, Oba Kabiru Adewale Shotobi, Ayangburen Of Ikorodu Kingdom, HRM, Oba Semiudeen Orimadegun Kasali, Adeboruwa of Igbogbo Kingdom, HRM, Alayandelu of Odo-Ayandelu in Ikosi-Ejinrin Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Lagos State, Oba Abdul Ganiyu Aderibigbe Asunmo and other monarchs across Lagos State were present at the auspicious ceremony. Husband of Princess Ezuma Chinyerem, Prince Daniel Ameachi Ezuma, 'Ezesinachi 1' of Igbogbo Baiyeku, Pastor (Dr) Okechukwu Anorue, Prince Ameachi Chima, Chairman Ndigbo APC in Ijede LCDA, Chief Alex Agbo, Chairman, Igbo Speaking Community in Ijede LCDA, Chief Ani Simon, Dr Promise Okagwa, Otunba Fesogboye 1 of Imota-land, among other high ranking personalities chaperoned Mrs Ezuma to acknowledge the title. Based in Igbodu axis of Ijede LCDA in Ikorodu, Princess Ezuma Scholastica Nelly is recognized as a backbone for youth empowerment schemes and the upliftment of widows in her community. She runs the certified Unique Nelly Academy School of Cosmetology, coaching cosmetic-oriented individuals to become self-productive.
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PRINCESS EZUMA CHINYEREM SCHOLASTICA ‘NELLY’ INSTALLED AS YEYE SEWA OF EGBIN KINGDOM BY OBA ADEORIYOMI OYEBO ®™√ INN Nigeria ©

4 Jun 2023

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NIGERIA AT 63: WE ARE ON TRACK FOR ECONOMIC RECOVERY, SAYS OBASA ®™√ INN Nigeria © img 20230930 wa00214136278179800486102 With the steps so far taken by the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu since May 29, 2023 when he took the oath office, Nigeria can be described as a country currently on track for economic recovery and advancement, the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, has said. Dr. Obasa gave this position in a congratulatory message to Nigerians on the occasion of the country's 63rd Independence anniversary. In the message released by his media office, the Speaker noted that Nigeria is currently led by Asiwaju Tinubu, a financial expert and who knows how to plug every hole that would ordinarily hinder the country from reaching its goals. Noting the current challenges facing Nigeria, Dr. Obasa encouraged the citizens to be more tolerant at this time and exercise more patience with the hope of a greater destination for the country. "We collectively understand the state of the country. We also know the sacrifice each of us is making at the moment to see that our nation works for us again. "Delightedly, the administration of Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu has hit the ground running sorting out the challenges and designing action plans to resolve a whole lot of them. This is what we expect of a Nigerian leader at this time. "Nigeria has undergone a lot of developmental experiments since 1960 when we became an independent nation. However, just as the experiments went, the country amassed various challenges which became burdensome over the years leading to the clamour for true leadership. "In the last few months, right steps have been taken by the government, which, if we all work around, would gravitate into producing the right results we all yearn to see and experience. "We all want to see a country that attracts investors because of the right environment, we aspire to have world-class health services, we clamour for better education for our children, better prospects and employment opportunities. These are all achievable. What we simply need is cooperation with the government of the day. "Nigeria is on the pathway to greatness. We have to pull together our collective resilience, patriotism and strength to see us through so our country can return to its enviable state in the comity of nations. "I congratulate every Nigerian citizen today and urge us all to see a blissful future ahead of us," the Speaker urged. "At the Lagos State House of Assembly, we have taken various actions, many of them futuristic, which have helped to create a sane environment devoid of the level of criminalities experienced elsewhere. "We will never sit on these achievements, but work tirelessly to see that each resident of our dear State truly believes in Lagos and its success," the Speaker added.
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NIGERIA AT 63: WE ARE ON TRACK FOR ECONOMIC RECOVERY, SAYS OBASA ®™√ INN Nigeria ©

30 Sep 2023
OVER 6,000 VULNERABLE CONSTITUENTS IN LAGOS EAST SENATORIAL DISTRICT RECEIVE SENATOR TOKUNBO ABIRU FOOD PACKS ®™√ INN Nigeria © img 20230930 wa00101453984853185735953 The Chairman, Senate Committee on Banking, Insurance and Other Financial Institutions, Distinguished Senator Mukhail Adetokunbo Abiru, FCA on Saturday distributed over 6,000 Food Packs to vulnerable members of the society in the Lagos East Senatorial District. It will be recalled that the Senator representing Lagos East Senatorial District launched the quarterly Food Packs Programme in June 2023. This is the second edition of the well applauded programme targeted at vulnerable people, namely; widows, unemployed youth, aged, women and People living with disabilities are drawn across the 98 wards in the 16 Local Government Areas and Local Council Development areas of the district. Constituents trooped out en masse to various collections in Ikorodu, Epe, Ibeju-Lekki, Somolu and Kosofe LGAs to collect the Food Packs containing:Goldenvita, Semo Vita, Garri, Pure Soya Oil, Spread(Butter), Granulated Sugar, Pasta Couscous, Pasta Macaroni, Pasta Spaghetti, Noodles Jollof, Noodles GMPS and Amazing Day Breakfast Cereal. In his remarks, Senator Abiru, fondly called the #DoingGood Senator, said the food packs programme was a direct intervention for the people at the grassroot who are feeling the heat of the economic pangs occasioned by the removal of petroleum subsidy. According to him, the Food Packs will support the most vulnerable households in this challenging period. The Senator also assured that he will not relent in championing legislations, programmes and interventions that will have lasting impacts on the larger number of the constituents of Lagos East. He said SAIL Innovation Lab, the first of its kind Innovation Lab in Lagos East, founded by him and his wife, Feyisola was set up to offer sustainable and globally competitive jobs and opportunities to young people of the district. Senator Abiru said a sizable number of youths had been trained in digital and tech-related programmes that are well sought-after globally. On the critical Ikorodu-Itokin road which serves as a major road that links the Ikorodu to Epe and Ibeju-Lekki, and other parts of the country, he assured that the new government of Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu has shown commitment to implement the awarded rehabilitation project. It is imperative to state that this is not the first direct humanitarian assistance for the needy that the distinguished Senator Abiru has done. It will be recalled that the Lagos East Senator disbursed more than N150 million Naira in about 24 months to over 2,500 vulnerable people under his COVID-19 Financial Relief Scheme. Every month, beneficiaries received direct credit of N5,000 each for the period the programme lasted. Some of the beneficiaries who expressed gratitude to Senator Abiru include; Muftau Adegboyega Tojuowo, a Person Living with a Disability, other include, Anuoluwapo Zainab, Tiletile Kazeem Idowu, Folake Akerele and Niyi Oyeniran. Dignitaries at the Ikorodu distribution venue include Dr Saheed Oladapo Ibikunle - the Special Adviser to the Senator on Constituency Matters, Hon (Mrs) Adebimpe Akinsola, Alhaji Rilwan Ishola Jinadu, Alhaja Abiodun Ogunniyi, Arc Taiwo Kara, Alhaji F O Lasisi, Alhaji Mondiu Jimoh and Hon Sefiu Ogunyemi, amongst others.
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OVER 6,000 VULNERABLE CONSTITUENTS IN LAGOS EAST SENATORIAL DISTRICT RECEIVE SENATOR TOKUNBO ABIRU FOOD PACKS ®™√ INN Nigeria ©

30 Sep 2023
MALL OF FAME NIGERIA HOLDS NATIONAL INTERSCHOOL TOURISM COMPETITION PRESS CONFERENCE IN LAGOS, ENGAGES MEMBERS MEDIA PRACTITIONERS ®™√ INN Nigeria © 493in4mmmm8881680197792299782 In an exciting development for tourism and education enthusiasts, Mall of Fame Nigeria hosted a press conference today at the heart of Lagos to announce the launch of an innovative educational show on tourism. This much-anticipated event brought together media professionals, industry experts, and stakeholders eager to learn more about this groundbreaking initiative. The press conference commenced with a warm welcome from Mall of Fame Nigeria's CEO, Mr Olugbenga Akomolafe, who expressed his enthusiasm for the project. He stated, "We are thrilled to introduce a unique platform that bridges the gap between tourism and education. Our mission is to inspire curiosity about the world's wonders and cultivate a deeper understanding of our rich cultural heritage." "The educational show is meant to Discover Nigeria with Quizzes and Debates and promises to take viewers on an immersive and informative tour of Nigeria's diverse landscapes, historical sites, and cultural treasures". "It aims to cater to both students and enthusiasts who seek to expand their knowledge of Nigeria's tourism potential". "Registration for the show has officially begun, allowing individuals and educational institutions i.e. public and private junior and senior secondary schools can sign up and participate". Mall of Fame Nigeria has also partnered with Afristar Productions, a renowned media production company, to ensure the highest production quality and captivating content. During the press conference, Olugbenga Akomolafe extended his gratitude to Landmark Corporate Realty LTD for their generous sponsorship of the project. "We are grateful for Landmark Corporate Realty LTD's support in making this educational show a reality. Their commitment to promoting tourism and education aligns perfectly with our vision," he remarked. The show is expected to feature a series of episodes highlighting various regions of Nigeria, showcasing their natural beauty, historical significance, and cultural richness. It will incorporate engaging storytelling, expert commentary, and interactive elements to create an unforgettable learning experience. In addition to its television broadcast, the show will also be accessible through online platforms, ensuring a wider reach and accessibility to audiences across Nigeria and beyond. Mall of Fame Nigeria's press conference generated considerable excitement and anticipation within the tourism and education sectors. Abdulrasheed Bello, popularly known as JJC Skillz, Director of Afristar Productions, said as registration opens, both public and private junior and senior secondary academy individuals are encouraged to seize this unique opportunity to embark on an enlightening journey through Nigeria's Land of Wonders. "The 1st prize is 3 million naira plus an educational tablet, 2nd prize is 1.5 million naira plus an educational tablet, while the 3rd prize is 1 million naira plus an educational tablet". "2 students will be representing each school across Lagos for the official screening, where they'll answer questions on the background of Lagos State" he asserted CEO of Oshodi Arts Gallery, Dr. Oshodi Seyi Paul, Tourism Expert, Lion David Akinosho, delegates from the Lagos State Ministry Of Tourism, and other tourism enthusiasts attended the conference which took place at Nordic Hotel, Victoria Island Lagos. Mall of Fame Nigeria is a Certified Member of the World Tourism Association For Culture and Heritage WTACH and the Convener of the RESET Summit Nigeria 2024.
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MALL OF FAME NIGERIA HOLDS NATIONAL INTERSCHOOL TOURISM COMPETITION PRESS CONFERENCE IN LAGOS, ENGAGES MEMBERS MEDIA PRACTITIONERS ®™√ INN Nigeria ©

30 Sep 2023
IKORODU PECULIAR LIONS CLUB DONATES NEW UNIFORMS TO MAYA SECONDARY STUDENTS IN ACT OF SERVICE TO HUMANITY ®™√ INN Nigeria © r94j4j7881448400107139192 The Ikorodu Peculiar Lions Club, a renowned community service organization, exhibited its commitment to uplifting local communities by providing brand-new uniforms to students of Maya Secondary School. This heartfelt initiative, aimed at improving the lives of underprivileged students, unfolded on Friday, September 29th, 2023, within the school premises. In a gesture resonating with their motto, "We Serve," members of the Ikorodu Peculiar Lions Club gathered at Maya Secondary School to deliver this noble project. The event was marked by an atmosphere of excitement and gratitude as students and staff warmly welcomed the club's representatives. The project, which had been in the works for several months, culminated in the distribution of uniforms to 4 students at Maya Secondary School. The uniforms were carefully selected to ensure they were of high quality and suitable for the student's needs. Speaking at the presentation, Ikorodu Peculiar Lions Club, expressed the organization's dedication to community service. It stated, "We believe in the power of collective action to create positive change in our society. "Providing uniforms to these students is our way of ensuring that they have access to essential resources for their education". "We are here to serve humanity, and today's event is a testament to that commitment." the club added The school administration also extended her heartfelt appreciation to the Ikorodu Peculiar Lions Club for their benevolence. They emphasized the impact of the uniforms on the students' self-esteem and academic performance, saying, "This generous donation will go a long way in boosting the confidence of our students and improving their overall educational experience." The Ikorodu Peculiar Lions Club's donation of new uniforms to Maya Secondary School is not only a gesture of goodwill but also a testament to their unwavering commitment to serving humanity. As the students proudly donned their new uniforms, it was evident that this act of kindness would have a lasting impact on their lives, instilling in them a sense of pride and hope for a brighter future.
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IKORODU PECULIAR LIONS CLUB DONATES NEW UNIFORMS TO MAYA SECONDARY STUDENTS IN ACT OF SERVICE TO HUMANITY ®™√ INN Nigeria ©

30 Sep 2023
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