AMOSUN RECEIVES THE NEWLY ELECTED AKARIGBO OF REMOLAND

The new Akarigbo of Remoland, Prince Babatunde Ajayi has been elected and presented to the Ogun State Governor, Senator Ibikunle Amosun by the King Makers in Abeokuta.

The Governor who received the Akarigbo Elect this Thursday at his Oke-Mosan Office congratulated the Oba Elect on his emergence as the Akarigbo of Remoland, praying that his asscention on the throne will bring development and continous peace to Remoland and Ogun State in general.

Senator Amosun urged him to coordinate all machinery for the development and peace of Remoland, saying he should take it has his responsibility to carry everyone along including the other 18 contestants for the throne and work together for the continuous development of Remoland.

The Governor however implored the Alake of Egbaland, Oba Adedotun Aremu Gbadebo and other Royal Fathers in Ogun State to work together for the development of the traditional Institution and the state in general.

In his remarks, the Akarigbo Elect, Prince Babatunde Ajayi commended the Governor for the tremendous infrastructural developmental that has dotted all the nooks and crannies of the state especially in Sagamu.

The newly elected Akarigbo appreciated the Governor for playing a fatherly role and allowing the process of election to go without undue interference.

While assuring the people of Remoland of progress and development, Prince Ajayi solicited for the cooperation of the people, bury their hatchets and come together for the development and unity of the land.

All hands must be on deck for better health delivery says Amosun

Government at all levels have  been  asked to put all hands on deck towards ensuring that there is a tremendous improvement in the health sector.

The Ogun State Governor, Senator Ibikunle Amosun stated this while receiving the New Medical Director, Professor Adewale Musa and other  Management team of the Federal Medical Centre, Abeokuta this Wednesday in his Oke-Mosan office in Abeokuta.

Governor Amosun who explained that there is a huge deficit in the area of healthcare delivery hence the need to improve the sector, noted that government would continue to push for the benefit of the people.

While commending the centre for doing a good job in the area of service delivery to the people of the state, the Governor assured the new Medical Director of his administration's full support in order to ensure that health care delivery system in the state is greatly improved upon.

Senator Amosun assured that his administration would continue to do the needful at raising the health standard of its citizenry promising that the centre would be connected to the state's power plant and public water mains.

The Governor also promised to put a medical team from his cabinet in motion to see what can be done to upgrade the isolation centre in the state.

Earlier in his speech, the new Medical Director of Federal Medical Centre, Abeokuta, Prof. Adewale Musa reiterated
his institution's commitment to continue to partner with the result-oriented administration of Governor Ibikunle Amosun in ensuring that the people of the state have access to quality health care.

OGUN SUMMER CAMP: GOVT TO REPLICATE EXERCISE IN OTHER DISTRICTS

Following the success recorded at the 2017 Ogun State Government organized summer camp,  the State Governor, Senator Ibikunle Amosun has promised that as from next year, the exercise would be replicated in other Senatorial Districts of the State.

The Governor who was addressing the campers, camp officials, handlers and officials of the ministry of Education, Science and Technology noted that participants in this year were more than that of last year, so it is expected that next year's participants would be more.

"Let me assure you that as from next year the exercise will be replicated in other Senatorial Districts of the  state. This is because we shall be expecting more students next year" the Governor assured.

Apart from this, Governor Amosun said campers would have opportunity of having exchange visit to others camps.

While appreciating parents, guardians and other stakeholders for believing in the State Government, the Governor assured that next year's exercise would be better than this year.

He therefore enjoined the outgoing campers to put into practice all they have learnt during the camping period. He added that the vocational skills learnt would be an additional source of income after graduation from school.

"The ones you have learnt and told in the camp should be put into practice. As no knowledge is lost you must ensure you continually practice  what you have learnt when at home. Experience gained will be useful to you" Gov Amosun added.

Earlier in his remark, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education, Science and Technology, Alhaji Sefiu Rasheed appreciated the State Government for putting the program together.

Highpoint of the event was drama presentations by campers and presentation of Certificates to partcipants and officials by the Governor.

Dignitaries that graced the occasion included some members of the State Executive Council and some legislators.

KLM Emerges Ogun-West APC Most Structured Aspirant

The name Kolawole Lawal might not readily strike a chord but mention KLM to anyone in Ogun State and you will be quickly told he is the best thing going for Ogun West.

Maybe it’s because of his brillianceand impressive track records during his days at ExxonMobil. His is an inspiring story of a poor young man from a smalltown called Oke-Odan in Yewa South Local government area of Ogun state.

But like a soul destined for greatness, KLM rose from a humble background of a bicycle repairer to an enviable career in the oil and gas sector.

Expectedly, his sojourn in life is a study in tenacity, purpose and persistence. During his high school days at Area Community High School in Owode-Yewa, Kola Lawal, one of the school’s first set came out in flying colours to earn himself an enviable status of the best WAEC result in the whole of Yewaland.

His impressive performance got him admission into one of Nigeria’s prestigious University but he could not proceed due to lack of funds. Eventually he got into Federal Polytechnic Ilaro, where he did his Ordinary National Diploma(OND) in Accountancy).

And straight after his OND, then young KLM returned to ABC Limited – a company where his brilliance as an Invoice Clerk earned him commendations. After some few years at ABC Limited, he returned back to school and completed his Higher National Diploma(HND) in (Accountancy).

KLM’s break free moment came when he was posted to Akwa-Ibom state for his NYSC after bagging Bsc in Banking and Finance, Second Class Upper Div and MBA Management from Rivers State University of Science and Technology, Port Harcourt.

And like a golden fish, his brilliance quickly paved way for him even outside his domain and he was one of the 50 corps members posted to ExxonMobil. At ExxonMobil, KLM rose through the ranks and served in different capacities in the account department of the company.

Despite the comfort and luxury provided by his plum job, for KLM home is where the heart is. His compassion for his people and their well-being won’t allow him sleep.

Though he has done a lot in the area of humanity in his own capacity but he desire a bigger platform to help many more. So he took the bold step in 2010 at the peak of his career and resigned to venture into politics. He invested a lot of his resources and empowered tens of thousands through his empowerment initiatives.

Though his governorship dreams suffered a set back then while he was in the PDP. KLM who is currently the commissioner for forestry is back to reckoning. And he seems to be the destined candidate to fulfill the Ogun West governorship dreams of many years.

Aside his impressive performancein his current assignment, KLM has garnered so much experience by way of his participation in more than 37 excos meetings of the current administration. According to the ebullient commissioner, he is pinning his agenda on 5-cardinal points called AHEAD – A for Agriculture, H for Health,E for Education, A for Accountability and D for Development.

And if news flittering from the streets of Ogun State is anything to believe, KLMmight be the man to move Ogun state ahead come 2019. The graduate of Rivers State University is not leaving any stone unturned in making his dreams come true especially this time when his principal has openly declared his support for the Ogun West governorship bid.

Interesting Joke of the day.

I told my son he would marry a girl I choose... He said NO
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I told him the person is Obama's daughter... He said YES
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I called Obama to let him know that "my son will marry his
daughter" - He said "No"
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I told Obama, my son is the CEO of world bank. He said YES
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I called the president of world bank and told him to make my son
the CEO. He said NO
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I told him that my son is Obama's son in law. He said YES
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This is just how the world works these days... You must know
someone, or someone that knows someone in order to be
accepted. It is all about connection;
EVEN TO GET A PLATE OF RICE IN A WEDDING NOW NEEDS CONNECTION.....lol
Goodday guys

Kitchen Anthem and Pledge.

Abeg make we laff small.
*KITCHEN ANTHEM*
Arise o kitchen stuff
The children want to eat
Prepare us rice and stew
And cook it with plantain
The meat on top must not be small
And make sure its so sweet
And Add maggi and salt
Some curry thyme and nutmeg
We can't wait to eat

*KITCHEN PLEDGE*
I pledge to my kitchen, my best place,
To be cooking, boiling and steaming,
To serve my children, the best of meals
To defend the meat and fishes
And uphold our spices and freshness
So help me pot.  😂😂😂😂😂😂
Thank you!!!!

Healthy joke of the day. MY OGA SACK ME DIS MORNING - I NO KNOW WETIN I DO AM!!!

MY OGA SACK ME DIS MORNING - I NO KNOW WETIN I DO AM!!!

Ok, it started like this. Last week my Oga sent me to go and buy MTN N500.

So Mama Tochukwu get only N400 and N100 Mtn; she no get N500 card.

I come back house tell my Oga say I no see N500 card but them get only N400 and N100. My Oga begin shout at me, "Mr. Twocantok, are you mad?! Why can't you use your head for once? I beg go and buy the N400 and N100 card joor!!!"
I was embarrassed...!!

So this morning my Oga sent me again to buy slippers for him... Say his size is Size 9.

Now, Mama Lewis no get Size 9; but she get Size 4,  Size 5, Size 7 and Size 2.

So I no wan make my Oga embarrass me again... I come use my head for once and
bought Size 2 and Size 7 for my Oga.

Now my Oga has fired me and him no gree tell me what I did wrong. No reason at all.

I beg make you help me ask why he fire me!!! Abi Size 7 and Size 2 no be Size 9???

Mr. Eze, complaining from Motor Park🏃🏾🏃🏾🏃🏾🏃🏾🏃🏾🏃🏾🏃🏾🏃🏾🏃🏾🏃🏾

Joke of the day: Don't plan your life only on salary

_"When your salary comes in time, you eat chicken. As the salary reduces you eat products of Chicken (Eggs) and subsequently you begin to eat chicken's food, (maize and millet), and finally, when salary is finished, you become chicken itself, spending your time walking around just looking for what to eat"!_

OGUN TO UPGRADE STATE LIBRARY FOR CAPACITY BUILDING

OGUN TO UPGRADE STATE LIBRARY FOR CAPACITY BUILDING Ogun State Government has concluded plans to upgrade facilities within the Simeon Adebo Library Complex in Abeokuta with the state-of-the-art facilities in order to adequately cater for the need of the State on staff development and training. The State Head of Service, Mr. Abayomi Sobande made this known while receiving the delegation of the Nigerian Institute of Training and Development ( NITAD) in his office, confirming the readiness of government to turn around the facility for the benefit of the public service. "More than ever before, training and staff development has always been at the front burner of the administration of Senator Ibikunle Amosun and to this regard, we have identified some available space within Simeon Adebo Library that can be used for training and staff development for benefits of our public servants", Sobande submitted. The HoS urged NITAD to partner with the State government on building the capacity of its workforce to conform with best practices in public administration and service for more efficient and effective service delivery. Speaking earlier, the Chairman of NITAD, Ogun State Chapter, Chief Victor Adebayo, pledged continuous support of the organization to training and capacity building of the State workforce.

OUR SUPPORT FOR DEVELOPMENT OF EDUCATION UNWAVERING – OGUN SPEAKER

The Ogun State House of Assembly says it will continue to give necessary support to facilitate development policies as well as the funding of education by the executive arm of government in the State towards consolidating on the success achieved so far in the sector. The Speaker, Rt. Hon Suraju Ishola Adekunbi said this while playing host to members of the Civil Society Action Coalition of Education for All (CSACEFA) during an advocacy visit to the Assembly, Oke-mosan, Abeokuta, led by its State Coordinator, Mrs. Taiwo Adebanjo. Adekunbi, who noted that the State Government had consistently devoted the largest chunk of its annual budget to Education owing to the priority it accorded the sector, assured that more would be done to achieve qualitative and affordable education policy of the present administration in the State. While lauding the executive arm for executing various development projects including the construction of model schools across the State, the Speaker explained that the speedy consideration of legislations on education by the 8th Legislature was an evidence of its synergy with the executive arm on developmental issues towards the successful implementation of the rebuilding mission of the Senator Ibikunle Amosun-led government. The Speaker, who promised that the issue of un-accessed Universal Basic Education (UBE) funds would be addressed in due course, commended the group for their commitment to educational development across the three Senatorial Districts, with an assurance that the present administration was irrevocably committed to the development of all sectors of the State’s economy. Earlier in her presentation, Mrs. Adebanjo applauded the passion of government towards the development of education in the State, describing the level of investment in the sector as commendable.

GOOD REPRESENTATION IS OUR WATCHWORD – OGUN SPEAKER

The Speaker, Ogun State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Suraju Ishola Adekunbi, has assured the people of the State of good representation while discharging their responsibilities to the people of the State. He stated this when he received participants of this year’s Summer camp at the Assembly Complex, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta. ‘’We are for good representation, we promise the people of the state of excellent service delivery. We appreciate you for being here today’’, he said. Adekunbi congratulated the campers for the opportunity given to them by the government, saying that the programme which started last year was being appreciated by the people, advising the participants to take full advantage of the programme by learning all they could to better their lives in the future. He lauded the parents and guardians for releasing their wards especially during the holiday, admonishing the campers not to involve in acts capable of jeopardising their future. Earlier, an Administrative Officer in the Assembly, Mr. Oluwafemi Alaka, while briefing the wards on the functions of the House, said apart from law making, the House was also saddled with the responsibility of amendments, extra-judicial duties as well as monitor the activities of the executive through oversight functions. ‘’The major functions of the legislators is to make laws and amendments, perform extra-judicial functions as well as monitor the activities of the executives through oversight functions,’’ he said. One of the participants, Master Stanley Alade who spoke on behalf of other children, appreciated the State government for putting the programme together, describing it as a life time experience.

Man walks into police station, says he's tired of eating human flesh

A South African man has reportedly walked into a police station and confessed he was tired of eating human flesh. He also handed over human body parts – a hand and a leg – to officers. After his confession, he led the police to a house in the town of Estcourt where more human remains were found. Police spokeswoman, Colonel Thembeka Mbhele, confirmed that the suspect confessed to cannibalism and suggested there was more than one victim.“It is alleged that the suspect raped, killed and cut up body of a woman, which they then consumed” she told the South African website News24.Upon investigation, two other men, were arrested and charged with murder and conspiracy to murder. A fourth man has also been charged of possessing human flesh and tissues. All four men appeared in court yesterday and are due to appear again in court next week.

OGSG ISSUES, RENEWS 50 SAWMILLS LICENCE IN EIGHT MONTHS - FORESTRY COMMISSIONER

Ogun State Government has issued five new licence and renewed old ones for 45 Sawmills in the last eight months. Commissioner for Forestry, Chief Kolawole Lawal made this known in Abeokuta while fielding questions from newsmen, noting that the action was to ensure that those operating the business are licensed to do so. He said increase in the number of operating sawmills would automatically reduce the number of unemployed people in the State and ameliorate the agony of the present economic down turn on the citizenry. The Commissioner stated further that the ministry had on many occasions advised saw millers to renew their licence as at when due, adding that failure to do so would attract sanctions. In a similar development, Chief Kolawole Lawal revealed that three property hammers were renewed to bring the number in the State to 157. He however enjoined timber contractors who were yet to renew their property hammer to do so without further delay. The Commissioner also called on stakeholders in the sector to carry out their activities in accordance with the rules and regulations guiding the conduct of their operations, saying the ministry would not hesitate to punish flouters.

See how Rodents chased President Buhari from office

Shehu, Senior Special Assistant, SSA on Media mata to President Muhammadu Buhari sayrodents don damage di President office and dis na why im dey work from home."After im no dey for office for about three months, rodents don cause plenty damage for di furniture and air conditioning unitswey dey for im office and dis na why e dey work from home for now," Shehu tell BBC.Shehu tell BBC say dis na one of direason why dem dey clean and renovate di office now.After over 100 days in London where im dey on medical vacation,President Buhari return to Nigeria on Saturday, August 19. Im address di nation on Monday morning, come send letter to di National Assembly say im don resume work.But, on Monday, di President still work from home and people come dey ask wetin cause this one.Shehu say dem just dey clean di office and dis na why di President dey work from di office wey im getfor di residential area of Aso Rock villa, wey bi seat of government forNigeria.

PRESIDENT MUHAMMADU BUHARI ADDRESS AFTER MEDICAL VACATION.

ADDRESS OF PRESIDENT OF FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA, MUHAMMADU BUHARI GCFR ON 21ST AUGUST 2017.

My dear citizens,

I am very grateful to God and to all Nigerians for their prayers. I am pleased to be back on home soil among my brothers and sisters.

2.     In the course of my stay in the United Kingdom, I have been kept in daily touch with events at home. Nigerians are robust and lively in discussing their affairs, but I was distressed to notice that some of the comments, especially in the social media have crossed our national red lines by daring to question our collective existence as a nation. This is a step too far.

3.     In 2003 after I joined partisan politics, the late Chief Emeka Ojukwu came and stayed as my guest in my hometown Daura. Over two days we discussed in great depth till late into the night and analyzed the problems of Nigeria. We both came to the conclusion that the country must remain one and united.

4.     Nigeria's unity is settled and not negotiable. We shall not allow irresponsible elements to start trouble and when things get bad they run away and saddle others with the responsibility of bringing back order, if necessary with their blood.

5.     Every Nigerian has the right to live and pursue his business anywhere in Nigeria without let or hindrance.

6.    I believe the very vast majority of Nigerians share this view.

7.     This is not to deny that there are legitimate concerns. Every group has a grievance. But the beauty and attraction of a federation is that it allows different groups to air their grievances and work out a mode of co-existence.

8.     The National Assembly and the National Council of State are the legitimate and appropriate bodies for national discourse.

9.     The national consensus is that, it is better to live together than to live apart.

10.   Furthermore, I am charging the Security Agencies not to let the successes achieved in the last 18 months be a sign to relax.

11.     Terrorists and criminals must be fought and destroyed relentlessly so that the majority of us can live in peace and safety.

12.     Therefore we are going to reinforce and reinvigorate the fight not only against;

·Elements of Boko Haram which are attempting a new series of attacks on soft targets

· Kidnappings, farmers versus herdsmen clashes,

·In addition to ethnic violence fuelled by political mischief makers. We shall tackle them all.

13.   Finally, dear Nigerians, our collective interest now is to eschew petty differences and come together to face common challenges of;

·  Economic security,

·  Political evolution and integration

·  As well as lasting peace among all Nigerians.

14.     I remain resolutely committed to ensuring that these goals are achieved and maintained. I am so glad to be home.

15.    Thank you and may God bless our dear Nation.

GOV. AMOSUN CALLS FOR PRAYERS FOR THE NATION

Ogun State Governor, Senator Ibikunle Amosun has called on Nigerians to intensify prayers for peace and unity of Nigeria and President Muhammadu Buhari who just returned to the country from medical vacation in London.

Amosun made this call at a National Prayer rally themed ‘’Rebuilding the Broken Walls” organised by the Nigeria Prays, South West Zone, held at Saint Peters Cathedral, Ake, Abeokuta.

The Governor who was represented by his deputy, Chief (Mrs.) Yetunde Onanuga, stated that peaceful co-existence among various ethnic groups would strengthen national growth, urging citizens to be patriotic at all times and continue to pray for the leaders to sustain political stability.

He appreciated the organiser of the rally for putting together such a programme, especially at a time when the nation was recovering from economic down turn, calling on them not to relent in their prayers for the nation.

In his welcome address, the convener of the group, General Yakubu Gowon, thanked the State government for its support and generosity towards the success of the rally, enjoining other participants to pray for the nation.

The Diocesan Bishop, Anglican Communion, Egba Diocese, Rt. Revd. Emmanuel Adekunle, admonished Nigerians to continue to pray for the well-being of the nation.

OGUN SUMMER CAMP: DEP. GOV EXPRESSES OPTIMISM ON LEADERSHIP QUALITIES FOR PARTICIPANTS

The Ogun State Deputy Governor, Chief (Mrs.) Yetunde Onanuga has stated that the 2017 Summer Camp organised by the State Government would further help children develop self-discipline and position them for leadership roles in the future.

Mrs. Onanuga who stated this during her visit to the camp at Akin Ogunpola Model College, Akinale in Ewekoro Local Government Area of the State, maintained that the two weeks intensive programme would not only expose the children to academic learning, but also inculcate leadership skills in them through interactions, mentoring and personal development.

The Deputy Governor, said the motive behind the programme was to create an avenue where children from different backgrounds and schools would come together and explore exciting new worlds through interactive learning, urging the children to be of good behaviour.

She added that Sports, personal developments, social etiquette and mentoring amongst others, were the benefits of the programme, enjoining instructors to deploy students-friendly techniques in imparting knowledge into the children.

Earlier in her address, the State Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, Mrs. Modupe Mujota, disclosed that over 150 participants have registered for the programme, thanking the Governor for initiating such laudable programme for the benefit of the young ones.

Healthy Joke of the Day: A must read

WHAT SHALL WE NOT HEAR DURING BUHARI'S REGIME?

My neighbour told her husband this morning: "I can't be buying Peak milk for N300 to make tea for you when I have breast. Drink your Lipton and come & suck breast when u finish. Milk na milk😳😳. She lie?

13 OGUN ATHLETES INVITED TO JOIN NATIONAL CAMP... QUALIFIES FOR NATIONAL YOUTH GAME, ILORIN

Thirteen Ogun state Male and Female handball, volleyball and basketball teams have been invited to join the National Camp following their outstanding performance at the just concluded National Youth Games South West Zonal Elimination (NYGSWZE) in Ibadan.

The state Commissioner for Youth and Sports, Mr. Afolabi Afuape made this known today while chating with Journalists at his residence at Akin Olugbade in Abeokuta North Local Government Area of the State.

Commissioner said he was not surprised by the outstanding performance of the state handball team, saying that the Male volleyball, basketball and handball have also qualified to participate in  the September, 2017 National youth Games coming up between 7th - 17th September at Univeraity of Ilorin.

" Am not surprise at the level of performance of Ogun state contingent in the competitions as the Governor, Senator Ibikunle Amosun had earlier encouraged and motivated the athletes before their departure to Ibadan through my humble self. 

Speaking with the Permanent Secretary, Mr Joseph Fabi on phone, he said "i am very optimistic that in the nearest future, Ogun state volleyball, basketball and handball teams will rule the world with the rate at which they are moving, just like Anthony Joshua is doing the state proud presently" Fabi said.

AMOSUN LAYS THE FOUNDATION OF JAMB MEGA CBT CENTRE IN OGUN

The Ogun State Governor, Senator Ibikunle Amosun has laid the foundation of a Mega Computer Based Test Centre for the Joint Admission Matriculation Board (JAMB) in Abeokuta, the Capital City of Ogun State.

The Governor while laying the Foundation of the CBT centre, explained that establishment of the centre in the state would go a long way to address various challenges confronting prospective candidates in the state.

While noting that the state government made effort in having the CBT centre in the state for it to have a semblance of Jamb, the Governor assured that the Center would be well used for the purpose it was established for. 

The Governor who stated that his government would continue to ensure that good structures are laid in the state, assured the officials of JAMB that he will monitor the construction and development of the state of the heart facility.

Earlier, the JAMB Registrar, Professor Isiaq Oloyede commended the construction of the CBT center which he said would serve the whole Southwestern states.

Professor Oloyede said out of the entire JAMB candidates in the country, Ogun State alone has 17% of its candidates hence the need for the project.