1 Oct 2023

Lagos state government

ADEBOLA AKIN-BRIGHT: LAGOS ASSEMBLY REVEALS MORE ABOUT DOCTOR WHO PERFORMED SURGERY, WRITES POLICE COMMISSIONER, COMMITTEE BROADENS INVESTIGATION ®™√ INN Nigeria © img 20230922 wa00194052512174661337085 The chairman of the Lagos Assembly ad-hoc committee with the mandate to investigate the circumstances that led to the disappearance of Adebola Akin-Bright's small intestine, Hon. Noheem Adams, has told his colleagues that the doctor who performed surgery twice on the boy is not a qualified surgeon. This is as the Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, during plenary on Thursday, directed the Clerk, Barr. Olalekan Onafeko, to write to the State police command for the arrest of Dr. Abayomi Baiyewu of Obitoks Hospital in the Alimosho area of Lagos. Adebola died on Tuesday shortly after the House called on Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu to further assist him seek treatment abroad. While thanking Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu for his effort at the period the boy was being treated at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH), Speaker Obasa directed that a letter conveying the condolence message of the House be sent to the family. Dr. Obasa further asked the committee to look into other grey areas including inviting officials of the Health Facility Monitoring and Accreditation Agency (HEFAMAA) which has the law-backed responsibility to monitor private hospitals operating in the State. The Speaker further asked the committee to review the extant law so as to know if it should be amended just as he said private hospitals can be made to always report their activities to the government at all times. Formally announcing Adebola's death, Hon. Adams said the boy's case was disheartening. He said when the committee visited him on Tuesday, he still spoke with the lawmakers. He, however, said during investigation, the committee learnt from Dr. Baiyewu that he is not a surgeon but only relied on his experience as a medical doctor. He also said Baiyewu, whose testimonies were recorded, told the committee that he did not carry out any medical examination on the boy before the first surgery which he did himself adding that he only relied on the report from a hospital the patient was first taken to. Noheem said after Baiyewu did the first surgery, the boy continued to complain about stomach pain and was taken back to Obitoks Hospital where Baiyewu carried out another round of surgery by himself. Following more complications, Hon. Noheem said the boy was taken to LASUTH where it was confirmed that part of his intestine was missing. The lawmaker said as a doctor, Baiyewu should have taken the excised part of the boy's body to a pathological department for test, but that "Dr. Baiyewu told the committee that the body parts were mistakenly discarded," and that the doctor had planned to do a third surgery before the boy was taken to LASUTH. After Noheem's submission, the House commiserated with the bereaved family with Deputy Speaker Mojisola Meranda calling for the sealing of the hospital. Another member of the committee, Hon. Lawal Aina, told his colleagues it was a pitiable sight when the committee visited Adebola at the hospital. He added that upon interrogation, it was discovered that Dr. Baiyewu proved not to have been a certified surgeon. Some of the lawmakers who spoke on the issue, suggested that a formal complaint be made against Dr. Baiyewu to the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria for action while others urged stricter monitoring of medical doctors and hospitals.
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ADEBOLA AKIN-BRIGHT: LAGOS ASSEMBLY REVEALS MORE ABOUT DOCTOR WHO PERFORMED SURGERY, WRITES POLICE COMMISSIONER, COMMITTEE BROADENS INVESTIGATION ®™√ INN Nigeria ©

INN 22 Sep 2023
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LAGOS ASSEMBLY SUMMONS LAMATA OVER NON-USE OF YORUBA LANGUAGE IN TRAIN ANNOUNCEMENTS, CONFIRMS 1 SANWO-OLU’S NOMINEE, ASKS ENVIRONMENT MINISTRY TO CLEAR DRAINS ®™√ INN Nigeria © img 20230912 wa00112226139791816046632 The Lagos State House Assembly on Tuesday asked the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA) to appear before it over its refusal to add Yoruba to languages it uses for announcements and instructions in its train service. The House noted the importance of Yoruba language for passing information to passengers on the trains since it would help some of them, especially new users, easily understand what to do. The House further noted that since 2017 when the bill on compulsory teaching of Yoruba Language in schools was passed, the State had made conscious efforts to encourage the use of the language in public places adding that this should be sustained. It, therefore, invited LAMATA to appear and explain the reasons behind its refusal to adopt the use of the language. The lawmakers also called on the Ministry of Environment to commence immediate clearing of drainage channels and canals across the State. Hon. Kehinde Joseph representing Alimosho Constituency 2 raised the issue under 'Matter of Urgent Public Importance' at plenary. According to him, heavy rains in the State as predicted by the Nigerian Meteorological Agency, (NIMET) have damaged some houses in his constituency while some buildings have been submerged by flood with properties destroyed. The lawmaker complained of blocked drainage channels and canals, saying there was need for the Ministry of Environment to act urgently while the Ministry of Information should carry out sensitisation of Lagosians to stop indiscriminate dumping of refuse. In his contribution, Hon. Gbolahan Yishawu representing Eti-Osa Constituency 2 said flooding in the State was as a result of climate change and rise in the sea level. Hon. Temitope Adewale representing one of the constituencies of Ifako Ijaiye suggested the reintroduction of environmental sanitation to make residents clear their gutters. Hon. Ladi Ajomale said flooding in his constituency was disheartening, while Hon. Rasheed Shabi said there was need for a stringent policy to be put in place. He tasked Local Government chairman to take the responsibility of clearing and fumigating the drainages in their areas. Deputy Speaker Mojisola Meranda, who presided over the plenary, urged the relevant agencies to expedite action. She also called on each of the Local Governments to do the needful while LAWMA should be ready to play its role. Meanwhile, the House confirmed Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu's nominee, Tolani Akibu, whose name was initially stepped down by the lawmakers.
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LAGOS ASSEMBLY SUMMONS LAMATA OVER NON-USE OF YORUBA LANGUAGE IN TRAIN ANNOUNCEMENTS, CONFIRMS 1 SANWO-OLU’S NOMINEE, ASKS ENVIRONMENT MINISTRY TO CLEAR DRAINS ®™√ INN Nigeria ©

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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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