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Saturday, 14 September 2024
JUBILATION AS FIDIMOLU OF ELEPE, OBA GANIU ADEKOYEJO OMOTAYO COMES OUT FROM IPEBI. | Shakiru Seidu
Sunday, 11 March 2018
LAGOSIANS CELEBRATE MOTHER'S DAY AT JJT PARK IN ALAUSA | Shakiru Seidu. As Hip Hop Star, Kiss Daniel Thrills Fans
Saturday, 10 March 2018
Saturday, 3 March 2018
AMBODE INAUGURATES GOVERNING COUNCIL OF CITIZENS MEDIATION CENTRE | Shakiru Seidu. Charges Members To Advance Alternative Dispute Resolution Mechanism
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Wednesday inaugurated the Governing Council of the Citizens Mediation Centre (CMC), urging members of the Council to work assiduously to enhance the capacity of the Centre to provide free and effective alternative dispute resolution of matters.
Governor Ambode, who spoke at the inauguration ceremony, held at the Lagos House in Ikeja, said his administration will continue to ensure the growth and expansion of the CMC in recognition of the important role the Centre plays in mediating on disputes reported in respect of all matters that fall within the ambit of its statutory duties as well as providing free dispute resolution options.
“In every city where monetary, human and other capitals flow in such large volume as can be found in our State, an alternative to the adversarial means of resolving disputes must be put in place for easier and faster resolution of matters. Lagos State’s answer to this trend is the Citizens Mediation Centre.
“The Citizens Mediation Centre serves as an Alternative Dispute Resolution Centre providing a non- adversarial forum for the mediation and settlement of disputes between parties who voluntarily agree to the mediation of the disputes by mediators.
“In recognition of the important role the Centre plays in mediating on disputes reported in respect of all matters that fall within the ambit of its statutory duties as well as providing free dispute resolution options, we, as government have continued to ensure the growth and expansion of the Centre into remote areas of the State,” Governor Ambode said.
The Governor said the setting up of the Council was in line with the Citizens Mediation Centre Law of 2015 (CMC Law), whose functions, among other things would include monitoring performance of the Centre; assess user satisfaction of mediation services; review and formulate new policy guidelines for the Centre for the overall development and growth of the Centre, amongst other functions.
He said the composition of members of the council was based on their track record and area of expertise, just as he charged them to be diligent and demonstrate the integrity and impartiality which the task deserves.
“I have no doubt that you will all bring your wealth of experience to bear on the mandate of the Lagos State Citizens Mediation Centre and that you all will justify the confidence this administration has reposed on you,” Governor Ambode said.
Earlier, while introducing members of the Governing Council, the State’s Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Mr. Adeniji Kazeem recalled that the CMC was established in 1999 as a unit under the Directorate of Citizens’ Right of the Lagos State Ministry of Justice before it emerged as an entity by law in 2007 to provide speedy free legal services to the needy and residents of the State irrespective of tribe, race and religion.
The Governing Council is headed by Hon. Justice Olayinka Gbajabiamila rtd as Chairman and Mrs Oluwatoyin Ogunsanya; Mrs Omololu Adesina; Mrs. Amanda Asagba; Mr. Mohammed Iskil Lawal; Mr Tokunbo Jaiye- Agoro and Mrs Yinka Odukoya as members.
The Attorney General said over the years, the Centre has become a household name, a reference point and a model for other States due to the commitment of the State Government to enhance their service delivery.
“The template of the Citizens’ Mediation Centre over the years has been replicated in some States through the effort and assistance of the Lagos State CMC. The establishment and activities of the centre has also engendered the inclusion of Conflict Resolution studies as practiced in some tertiary institutions in Nigeria,” Kazeem said.
He said the Centre currently has 18 units spread across the State, assuring that the present administration will ensure expansion of the Centre in each Local Government Area and Local Council Development Area in the State in order to bring mediation services closer to the people.
In his vote of assurance, the newly appointed Chairman of the Council, Justice Gbajabiamila thanked Governor Ambode for the confidence reposed in him and members of the Council, assuring that they would work assiduously to carry out their task in the best interest of Lagosians.
Friday, 25 August 2017
BABAJIMI'S LARGESSE: iCARE FOODBANK DISTRIBUTES FOOD ITEMS FOR THE NEEDY PEOPLE IN CELEBRATION OF ILEYA FESTIVAL. | Shakiru Seidu. Also extends gesture to the Party faithfuls in Ikorodu Division.
"Without any iota of doubt, Hon. Babajimi Benson, MHR, has made name for himself yet again and of which the beneficiaries in Ikorodu Division will not forget so soon", this was the statement uttered by one of the iCARE Team Members, Alhaji Oriare from Ikorodu West LCDA, when speaking with MegaXpression Magazine, during the distribution of food items for Ileya festival.
As usual, hundreds of people gathered at the Constituency Office of Hon Babajimi Benson, MHR, on Friday, 25th of August, 2017, as beneficiaries of the food items tagged 'APO ANU' got their own portion of Babajimi's largesse. The laughter on the faces of the beneficiaries cannot be over emphasised as they were showering prayers on Hon. Babajimi Benson and his amiable wife.
The gesture was extended to the APC members in celebration of the Ileya festival of this year. In fact, over 90 Bags of Rice were distributed among the 30 Wards in Ikorodu division with 18 additional Bags of Rice for the 6 LGAs, not minding some selected individuals across the division.
Speaking through Mayor Deen Sanwoola, Hon Babajimi Benson enjoined the Party faithfuls to celebrate a peaceful Ileya festival and solicits for their constant support and prayers to enable him do more than what he is doing presently.
Another iCARE Team member, Princess Oredoyin from Imota also tendered her sincere appreciation to the women and wished them well in all their endeavours.
Shortly after the pleasant remarks, the distribution of the food items began with smiles of relief on the faces of the beneficiaries.
SHAKIRU SEIDU
The Publisher, Igbogbo/Baiyeku Info Magazine
The genuine VOICE of Ikorodu Division
Saturday, 19 August 2017
IBESHE BUBBLES AS EMINENT DIGNITARIES JOIN OBA RICHARD OGUNSANYA TO MARK 10 YEARS ON THRONE. | Shakiru Seidu.
It was an eventful occasion on Saturday, 19th of August, 2017, when the first Olubeshe of Ibeshe land, HRM Oba Richard Ogunsanya hosted the Royal Majesties across the State and other notable personalities from all works of life. This and more were done in his residence to celebrate 10 years of ascending the throne of his forefathers.
The programme which was under the anchor of "Omo Iya Onipanla", and the former information Commissioner in Lagos State, Otunba Ayodele Elesho, saw the likes of His Royal Majesties, Oba Kabir Shotobi, the Ayangburen of Ikorodu, who was ably represented by his amiable wife, Olori Shotobi, Adeboruwa of Igbogbo Kingdom, Oba Semiudeen Orimadegun Kasali, Ranodu of Imota, Oba Ajibade Agoro, Elemoro, Oba Adebayo Afolabi, the Noforija, Oba Babatunde Ogunlaja and Oba Kazeem Gbadamosi, the Ologijo of Ogijo.
Among the guests were the former deputy Governor of Lagos State, Prince Abiodun Ogunleye, member, Lagos State House of Assembly, Hon Nurudeen Sholaja-Saka, Chairman, Igbogbo/Baiyeku LCDA, Comrade Olusesan Daini and the group of Otunbas, led by Otunba Ayodele Elesho.
Others were the Regents of Ijede and Ipakodo, the Oba-elect in Ijede, Prince Hassan Adefarasin, Chief Tokunbo Adams, the Iyaloja general of Ikorodu, Alhaja Taofikat Allison, High Chiefs from Ikorodu, Igbogbo, Ijede, Ibeshe and the league of Baales.
In his remarks, Oba Richard Ogunsanya thanked the guests for honouring his invitation and said the anniversary was decided to go on low key because of the innocent souls killed by Badoo in Ibeshe land.
He used the avenue to thank those who stood by him before and during his reign. He affirmed that his polical influence brought Ibeshe land the good road.
He therefore appealed for calm and encourage the residents of Ibeshe to furnish the security operatives with helpful information.
SHAKIRU SEIDU
The Publisher, MegaXpression Magazine
Tuesday, 15 August 2017
IGBOGBO/BAIYEKU INFO MAGAZINE. PRESS RELEASE. | Shakiru Seidu. NOTIFICATION OF CHANGE OF NOMENCLATURE.
It is our pleasure and greatest honour to have been identified with our esteemed followers both in season and off season. We are indeed grateful for your invaluable interest displayed towards our Media Organization. Your unquantifiable supports that you accorded us over the years will forever remain indelible and unforgettable in our heart. We really value every bit of your cooperation, supports and love for Igbogbo/Baiyeku Info Magazine.
However, our Media Outlet has acquired a unique and dynamic name and shall NOW be known and address as "MegaXpression Magazine". This is in a bid to widen our scope in order to acquaint the people with first hand information. Moreover, Igbogbo/Baiyeku Info is not dead but will NOW become a monthly published Newspaper.
Furthermore, it will be of great interest for us to keep you abreast of what MegaXpression Magazine stands for. It is a Print Media of reputable standard which aimed at airing the voice of the downtrodden and the achievements of great numbers of people of how they rose from dunghill to stardom. It equally focuses on getting the people informed of the happenings in politics, sports, education, entertainments and other events within and outside Ikorodu Division.
Nevertheless, with all sense of humility, we would communicate to you soon on the date of our Maiden Anniversary, when the official unveiling of our new name and the launching of the "Historical Biography of the Legends in Ikorodu Division" will be unveiled.
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