OGSG BEGINS ENFORCEMENT OF 5-METER SETBACK AT KARA MARKET

The Ogun State Government has launched a renewed enforcement drive at Kara market, insisting on compliance of traders and operators with the mandatory five meter setback along the length of the market corridor.

The Special Assistant to the Governor on Environment, Hon. Tolu Poviwhede, who also doubles as the new Chairman of the Taskforce on Environment made this known, while leading a team of Taskforce on enforcement tour of Kara market, saying the initiative was aimed at improving environmental safety, as well as reducing congestion particularly during this festive season.

According to the SA, the Commissioner for Environment, Dr. Ola Oresanya, had earlier in a meeting between the management of the Ministry and Kara market, gave the directive that coordinated interventions, involving Environmental Officials and management of Kara market should work together for effectiveness, adding that the setback enforcement was essential for public safety.

He noted that the 5 meter setback was not optional. It was designed to reduce traffic congestion particularly during the festive season, to create safe walkway for the market users.

The Special Assistant noted that while carrying out the exercise, some make shifts structure built too close to the access roads were marked for removal, just as traders were advised to reorganize their stalls in line with the approved spatial layout or risk sanctions.

The representative of the Seriki of Kara market, Alhaji Hamsat Saidu, while responding, acknowledged the government’s directive, saying the market authority had earlier held a meeting with the Hon. Commissioner for Environment and they were always ready to comply with the directive given by Government to ensure a safe and healthy market environment.

 

Kemi Peters,

Information and Public Relations Officer, Ministry of Environment

ACHUDUME TO NIGERIANS: SHOW LOVE TO ALL, THIS CHRISTMAS

The General Overseer of the Victory Life Bible Church, Apostle Lawrence Achudume, has charged Nigerians to show love, care and empathy to people in sync with the essence of Christmas when God gave his only begotten son as propitiation for the sins of the world.

Apostle Achudume who stated this in the sermon titled "The Manger and His Majesty" which he delivered at the 2025 VLBC Carol service held on Friday at the Church Auditorium described a manger as a feeding place for sheep and shepherds who in those days were generally despised but however were saddled with the delivery of news of the birth of Jesus.

He said the story of Jesus was indicative of the height that a child can attain in life irrespective of the status of his birth. 

"From humble beginnings, God gave Jesus a name that is above all names to underscore the fact that anybody can rise from humble beginnings to enviable heights.

Apostle Achudume quoted Phillipians 2 verses 1 to 8 to underscore the need to share and care adding "do not let your neighbour sleep hungry".

He commended Jesus' mind of service and humility, which earned him majesty to people.

He said that "if I light your candle, it does not diminish me" and wished attendees a Merry Christmas.

Delivering the Royal Blessings, the Olowu of Owu, Oba Professor Saka Matemilola urged Nigerians to show love to each other and enjoined leaders to make service their watchword adding "are you a leader or a boss?"

The Ogun State Head of Service, Mr. Kehinde Onasanya, led other eminent Nigerians including the Vice Chancellor of Chrisland University, Professor Sola Arulogun, General Manager, Paramount FM, Mrs Oluremi Olugbenro, Mr. Wole Elusakin and Prof. Folu Eniolorunda to read the lessons at the Carol service.

Whilst welcoming guests earlier, the Chairman of the 2025 VLBC Carol Service, Mr. Akin Okudero thanked church members and some corporate organisations for supporting the Committee to organise a first of its kind Carol service for the Church.

Hundreds of children, the aged and winners of tickets went home with various food items and gifts.

The service was preceded by a segment tagged "Caroliganza" where colourfully dressed VLBC District members showcased their fashion steeze and dance moves to music supplied by the Brass Band and DJ O Mighty. Attendees mounted the 360 degrees picture stand and bouncing castles.

Ogun NUJ Information Chapel Congratulates Olanrewaju on His Emergence as Chairman, Others

The entire Information Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, Ogun State Council, joyfully celebrates your resounding victory and well-deserved re-election as Chairman, NUJ Ogun Council for a second term.

Your triumph is not just a win — it is a reflection of excellent leadership, unquestionable capacity, and the trust the entire union has in your vision.

As one of our own, we are immensely proud to stand with you and to witness the continuation of your progressive agenda for the Council.

Your first term set a solid foundation, and we are confident that this second term will unlock greater unity, stronger professionalism, and unprecedented growth across the Ogun NUJ family.

Comrade Chairman, shine on,

May your tenure continue to inspire, uplift, and reposition our union for excellence.

Once again, big congratulations from all of us at the Information Chapel,

We celebrate you today and always.

E-Signed:

Comrade Femi Osipitan

Chairman, Information Chapel, Ogun NUJ.

Comrade Goke Oyebade, anipr 

Secretary, Information Chapel, Ogun NUJ.