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GONDP’S STATE CHAIRMAN VISITS MASS COMMUNICATION DEPARTMENT, LAGOS STATE UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (FORMERLY KNOWN AS LAGOS STATE POLYTECHNIC), REELS OUT YEAR 2022 FIRST HALF ACTIVITIES ®™√ INN Nigeria © hjj3339399392953136488766207827 With International Dance Day fast approaching, State chairman, Guild of Nigerian dance practitioners (Ugo Obiayo Esq) is making the Guild more visible across Ikorodu division Broadening its scope towards harnessing performing art students, especially Dancers to be part of the Guild’s activities, Ikorodu Dance Forum has also been established by the Guild to harbour talents with objectives of carving niche for general entertainment practitioners in the region The state chairman took a step further on the 21st of March 2022 at the Mass Communication department (Lagos state university of Science and Technology, Formerly known as Lagos State Polytechnic) to intimate aspiring entertainers on joining the creative bandwagon as the Guild project events for the first half of the year Introduced to the students by Mr Dare Banjoko, a media trainer in the department, Ugo Obiayo Esq brought the idea and vision of the Guild closer to the intellectual minds She continued, "Ikorodu Dance Forum (IDF) has been inaugurated in Ikorodu and is in partnership with Oshodi Arts Gallery, and am here today to officially extend our invitations to the students of Lagos State University of Science & Technology to be part of its growth" "The Forum is a Hub for creatives to get together, share ideas, be creative, and network" On the International Dance Day (IDD) event 2022, the state chairman highlighted the need for all interested students to participate in it "During that period, we shall be having a 4-day Pre-IDD events/activities lined up, which would be done in partnership with the Peace Professionals (PeacePro) organisation and Oshodi Arts Gallery" "24th to 26th of April is saved for PeacePro programmes, while 27th of April is set aside for Carnival of Colours parade" "The carnival will be tagged "Colours of Peace, Hope and Security", Projected not just to bring the Guild or Dance Forum to the knowledge of all of Ikorodu division, but also for us to join the campaign for peaceful co-existence, hoping for a greater tomorrow and Security for all" Obiayo further stated that the 29th of April, which is the International Dance Day (IDD) 2022 celebration will be taking place at the Lagos Theatre, in Igando, Alimosho" Students in the department showed great interest in joining the forum which was also well received by the Head of the department, Mrs Olayinka Idowu
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GONDP’S STATE CHAIRMAN VISITS MASS COMMUNICATION DEPARTMENT, LAGOS STATE UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (FORMERLY KNOWN AS LAGOS STATE POLYTECHNIC), REELS OUT YEAR 2022 FIRST HALF ACTIVITIES ®™√ INN Nigeria ©

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D’BARD CREATIVE MEDIA PARTNERS LASPOTECH DRAMA TROUPE IN STAGE PLAY TO FIGHT AGAINST DRUG ABUSE, CULTISM ®™√ INN Nigeria © D'Bard Creative Media, a creative hub in partnership with D'Theatrepreneurs of the Centre for Entrepreneurship and Skills Acquisition, Lagos State Polytechnic and the Mass Communication Department Students Association (Day Special) staged the adaptation of Romeo and Juliet in commemoration of the Valentine's Day celebration. The stage performance which was tagged "The Love Concert" featured musical performance, Comedy, and the Stage Performance of the Adaptation of Romeo and Juliet. Gracing the event is the renowned Nollywood actress, Sola Kosoko. Reacting to the performance, Kosoko commended the organiser of the event, D'Bard Creative Media, and the students for putting up such an amazing performance. Speaking on the objective of the program, the lead creative at D'Bard Creative Media, Waliu Adeyeri, said "the objectives of the project is to resuscitate the essence of genuine love in our society." The absence of love for oneself is the root cause of intake of illicit drugs that hurts the body, while the absence of love for another person is the root cause of killings and cultism. This performance is aimed at propagating the essence of love." "The Love was huge, the crowd was overwhelming, the turnout was massive!" These are the three simple expressions that best express the Adaptation of Romeo and Juliet yesterday, February 14, 2022, at the 700-seater hall, Laspotech. The group awarded the Acting Vice-Chancellor of the transformed Lagos State University of Science and Technology, Dr Oluremi Nurudeen Olaleye as "Youth Motivator" for his support towards the success of the event. "Special Appreciation to the Acting Vice-Chancellor of the transformed Lagos State University of Science and Technology, Dr Oluremi Nurudeen Olaleye," the producer says. The troupe was also awarded by D'Bard Creative Media for successfully interpreting the piece. "Special appreciation to the Director Centre for Entrepreneurship and Skills Acquisition, Dr Biyi Oyetade, and the cast and crew of D'Theatrepreneurs under the auspices of the Artistic Director, Mr Ibrahim A. Nurudeen," said the producer. "I also appreciate the Mass Communication Department Students Association (Day Special) for coming through for the project. "I cannot but appreciate my lead supports, Senator Mukhail Adetokunbo Abiru, the Managing Director of AYG Luxury Auto Place, Mr Yusuf Adeniye; Fanafillit Integrated Concepts, and The Impact Newspaper. "A special thanks to our brands supports Abo Communication, Vision Savings, Delish Goodness Treats, Ajasa Info, Optimal Treats, Sangloos Photography, Eyeshot, Laspotech FM, National Union of Lagos State Students Laspotech Chapter, Blackbox Nigeria, MovinAD, 2entertainment, and Ikorodu News Network (INN)."
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FOLASHADE-OBA BAGS TINUBU NATIONAL THINK-TANK OUTSTANDING LEADERSHIP AWARDS IN ABUJA ®™√ INN Nigeria © 8889uuh1401251634300255131 The National Chairman of the Association of Local Government Vice-Chairmen of Nigeria (ALGOVC), Aarebirin Honourable (Dr) Princess Folashade Olabanji-Oba has bagged the Tinubu National Think-Tank (TNT) Outstanding Leadership Awards. Folashade-Oba, Vice-Chairman of Ikorodu Local Government Area of Lagos State, was presented the prestigious Award on Tuesday the 30th of May 2023 in Abuja, Nigeria. According to the organisation, Folashade-Oba, who they deem a Matron to TNT, was bestowed the prominent award due to her invariant defence of projects related to the new President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Receiving the Award, Folashade-Oba appreciated the organisation for deeming her fit to earn the exceptional commendation, asserting that the award is simply a motivation to commit herself more to the betterment of the Nation. "This Award is simply a reminder to myself that daily, we must not relent in committing our human and material resources to Nation Building, for the good of the common man" She said A long-term admirer and supporter of the new President of Nigeria, Folashade-Oba explained that the reason she stood to uphold projects related to the President, for her is the best way to affirm her loyalty to the President, who she labelled a mentor to her evolution on many fronts. She's also the Global Director General of the Asiwaju Distinguished Ambassadors Movement (ADAM).
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NACAF 2023: RELIVE THE MAGIC PRESENTATIONS, PICTORIAL MOMENTS OF THE NIGERIA ARTS AND CHILDREN CULTURAL FESTIVAL ®™√ INN Nigeria © storage emulated 0 pictures comica cartoon16854514048015004551690346294088 The Memorable event took place at the Ikorodu Musical Village in Ikorodu, with over 33 schools in attendance. Held on the 27th of May 2023 to commemorate Children's Day. Organised by Oshodi Arts Gallery.
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DSS’ SIEGE ON OUR LAGOS OFFICE SHOCKING – EFCC ®™√ INN Nigeria © storage emulated 0 pictures comica cartoon16854415674238457796336087846574 The operatives of the Lagos Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, arrived at their office on No. 15 Awolowo Road, Ikoyi, this morning, May 30, 2023, to be denied entry by agents of the Department of State Services, DSS, who had barricaded the entrance with armoured personnel carriers. This development is strange to the Commission given that we have cohabited with the DSS in that facility for 20 years without incident. By denying operatives access to their offices, the Commission’s operations at its largest hub with over 500 personnel, hundreds of exhibits, and many suspects in detention have been disrupted. Cases scheduled for a court hearing today have been aborted, while many suspects who had been invited for questioning are left unattended. Even more alarming is that suspects in detention are left without care with grave implications for their rights as inmates. All of these have wider implications for the nation’s fight against economic and financial crimes. The siege is inconsistent with the synergy expected of agencies working for the same government and nation, especially when there are ongoing discussions on the matter.
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30 May 2023
GOVERNOR SANWO-OLU ENLISTS GENDER EQUALITY, SOCIAL INCLUSION, YOUTH IN DEVELOPMENT AGENDA; TAKES OATH WITH DEPUTY ®™√ INN Nigeria © fb img 16853664508099178761542173265346 There is more progress to come as Lagos State steadily journeys into the unfolding dispensation, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu reassured Lagosians as he took the oath to kick off his second term, on Monday. The morning downpour could not water down the Governor’s will and determination to renew his pledge to Lagos citizens before whom he stood at the amphitheatre of Tafawa Balewa Square, where the Chief Judge of the State, Justice Kazeem Alogba, administered the oath on him. Sanwo-Olu was sworn in at exactly 11:50 am, after which the Governor stepped forward to give a thorough account of stewardship of his first term. Enumerating transformations recorded by the State since 2019 under his leadership, the Governor noted that Lagos had lived up to its billing as the Center of Excellence. The State, he said, became the first sub-national to deliver an intracity rail network from its balance sheet to aid mass mobility in the mega city. This, the Governor said, has further advanced the State’s development course, just as the completion of Lekki Deep Seaport has enhanced socio-economic growth and turned the State into a new logistics hub of West Africa. He said the delivery of the largest rice mill in Imota by his administration was a game changer that would make Lagos a key player in the food production chain on the continent. Sanwo-Olu said Lagos had remained on the track of sustenance and prosperity, pointing out that his Government’s financial engineering led to the upgrade of the State to AAA(nga) status in financial sustainability and resilience by Fitch International - a feat unprecedented in the State’s annals. The Governor, sharing his catalogue of achievements, also listed other notable progress made by Lagos, especially in expanding infrastructure to enhance the intermodal transport system, healthcare services, education, aesthetic environment, social interventions and other areas across his administration’s development agenda. “In my first term, we set the stage for transformative change. We confronted significant challenges, from improving our infrastructure to ensuring adequate social services, from grappling with economic downturns to navigating a global pandemic. Yet, we never faltered. Our challenges became stepping-stones and our trials, the foundation of our resilience,” Sanwo-Olu said. Despite fulfilling some of his pledges, the Governor said there would be much more to be accomplished in the coming days as his final term begins. He said the swearing-in offered him an opportunity to acknowledge the expectations of the electorate, and to rededicate his administration towards meeting and surpassing the people’s expectations. Sanwo-Olu said his vision was beyond the provision of physical infrastructure and working to attain good economic indicators for the State; he said he would govern to make Lagos a beacon of cultural vibrancy, intellectual prowess, and humanistic values. The Governor, in his inauguration address, expanded the scope of his administration’s governing T.H.E.M.E.S Agenda. He announced three additional areas of focus in which the State Government would intensify intervention in the next four years, including Social Inclusion, Gender Equality and Youth. He said: “That tradition of progressive governance, of enlightened leadership, has consistently yielded fruit for us, and set Lagos up as a model State. We have lived up to our designation as Centre of Excellence, and a day like this is an opportunity to celebrate. Our people still expect a lot more from us in several areas; today is another opportunity to acknowledge our citizens’ expectations and to rededicate ourselves to meeting and surpassing those expectations. I pledge, as your Governor, to unleash greater energy in the service of Lagos. I will work tirelessly for the well-being of every Lagosian and will strive for a Lagos that we can all be proud of. “It is in line with our resolve, I am pleased to announce that we are taking our governing agenda to the next level in this second term. Henceforth, it will be known as ‘T.H.E.M.E.S Plus’, representing the incorporation of an intensified focus on Social Inclusion, Gender Equality and Youth. We are strengthening and reinforcing our governance agenda in order not to leave anyone behind on account of their social status, gender or young age; we will design all our policies and programmes to ensure that everyone is carried along and catered to. This is our solemn promise to you.” Sanwo-Olu said his second term would be more rewarding for the residents, as the State would witness consolidation of his reforms and governance at higher levels. In the coming weeks, the Governor will be delivering another intracity rail network, Red Line Rail, which is at the completion stage. Lagos will also be witnessing the development of a new airport in Ibeju-Lekki, Deep Seaport in Badagry and Fourth Mainland Bridge in addition to other capital projects in the pipeline. The task ahead, the Governor said, would be a collective responsibility of the Government and people, noting that he would always seek partnership with the citizens in line with his administration’s mantra. He assured that his administration would continue to foster a culture of transparency, accountability and participatory governance. “The greatness and strength of Lagos lie in the collective spirit of our people; whether those paying taxes, or those treating public property with care and respect, or those speaking about something when they see something going wrong or someone breaking the law. For us as a government, I would be the first to acknowledge our side of this social contract. I will not let you down,” the Governor said. Sanwo-Olu eulogised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for laying the foundation for the development of Lagos, which, he said, made it easy for the succeeding administrations to strengthen transformational governance and keep the State on the path of progress. The Governor also thanked the immediate past President Muhammadu Buhari for dedicating kindness and support for Lagos, which enabled his administration to record many successes in the last four years. Sanwo-Olu said he was ready to continue to offer transformational leadership to the State in collaboration with his Deputy, Dr Drfemi Hamzat, whom he described as a “loyal friend, partner-in-progress”. He promised Lagos would remain a city united by its diversity, while pledging to work till his last days in creating a better future for the citizens. He said: “At this moment of our history, it has fallen upon me to steer the ship and to move us closer than ever to the Greater Lagos of our dreams. As I promised four years ago, the glitz of office will not change my personality and I will not try to become something I am not. I have strived to serve excellently, with humility, compassion, with a listening ear, bending where necessary to demonstrate that people’s welfare is at the centre of our actions. “I am sending a reminder to Lagosians that this land belongs to all of us, and all of us who call it home must partake in its goodness. Regardless of what language we speak, where we trace our ancestry to, where in Lagos we live, or what religion we profess; regardless of age or gender or political party, and regardless of how long we have called this land home; we are all united by something deep and immutable, which is our aspirations to make tomorrow better than today for us and our children.” Thousands of residents across the State, clad in colourful attires, defied the rains to witness the historic event held at Onikan. The inauguration was well-attended by members of the corporate sector and diplomatic community.
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