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  • INEC declares APC’s candidate, Sanwo-Olu winner of Lagos poll (See results)

    INEC declares APC’s candidate, Sanwo-Olu winner of Lagos poll (See results)

    The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Sunday declared the governorship candidate of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) for Lagos State, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, winner of the gubernatorial election that held throughout the state on Saturday, having polled a total of 718,595 votes.

    TheNewsGuru.com (TNG) reports that according to the commission, Sanwo-Olu won 15 local governments with 718,595 votes.

    The governor who is seeking re-election for his second tenure is ahead of the Labour Party, LP’s Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour who also garnered 257,502 from the 15 LGs earlier announced.

    Sanwo-Olu is also ahead of his Peoples Democratic Party, PDP counterpart, Olajide Adediran aka Jandor who scored 59,172 votes from the 15 LGs.

    See results as announced so far:

    1. Lagos Island LG

    APC – 37760

    LP – 1317

    PDP – 1783

    2. Apapa LG

    APC – 21007

    LP – 4157

    PDP – 2487

    3. Epe LG

    APC – 29,614

    LP – 1515

    PDP – 3272

    4. Agege LG

    APC – 35,845

    LP – 8486

    PDP – 3176

    5. Ajeromi Ifelodun LG

    APC – 39798

    LP – 19821

    PDP – 2677

    6. Ikeja LG

    APC – 32273

    LP – 15174

    PDP – 1616

    7. Mushin LG

    APC – 52249

    LP – 11759

    PDP – 4006

    8. Surulere LG

    APC – 42451

    LP – 28069

    PDP – 2200

    9. Ibeju-Lekki LG

    APC – 19369

    LP – 3785

    PDP – 3189

    10. Ifako-Ijaiye LG

    APC – 38682

    LP – 13020

    PDP – 2262

    11. Badagry LG

    APC – 41482

    LP – 4863

    PDP – 5472

    12. Lagos Mainland LG

    APC – 26021

    LP – 9999

    PDP – 2362

    13. Alimosho LG

    APC – 83631

    LP – 37136

    PDP – 7872

    14. Ojo LG

    APC – 30797

    LP – 19027

    PDP – 3889

    15. Ikorodu LG

    APC – 64697

    LP – 13207

    PDP – 3797

    16. Kosofe LG

    APC – 49344

    LP – 26123

    PDP – 3537

    17. Oshodi Isolo LG

    APC -36792

    LP – 24948

    PDP – 2515

    18. Shomolu LG

    APC – 36783

    LP – 15096

    PDP – 3130

    19. Amuwo-Odofin LG

    APC – 17576

    LP – 34860

    PDP – 1809

  • Sanwo-Olu wins 18 LGAs in Lagos state, Rhodes-Vivour grabs one

    Sanwo-Olu wins 18 LGAs in Lagos state, Rhodes-Vivour grabs one

    The incumbent governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has won 18 Local Government Areas in the state’s gubernatorial election held last Saturday, as the announcement of results from the remaining one LGA resumes by 5pm.

    According to the results so far announced by the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, the governorship Lagos State candidate of the Labour Party, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, won one LGA.

    The local governments so far won by Sanwo-Olu include Lagos-Island, Apapa, Kosofe, Ojo, Alimisho, Ikeja, Surulere, Ajeronmi-Ifelodun, Epe, Agege, Mushin, Ibeju-Lekki, Ifako-Ijaiye, Badagry, Lagos-Mainland, Ikorodu, Oshodi-Isolo and Shomolu.

    Gbadebo only has Amuwo-Odofin in his kitty.

    The only local government remaining is Eti-Osa where elections have just rounded up. Their results are expected to be announced as soon as they have been collated.

    The collation center is expected to resume the announcement of results at 5pm.

    Sanwo-Olu wins 18 LGAs in Lagos state, Rhodes-Vivour grabs one
    Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu

    TheNewsGuru.com (TNG) recalls that Gbadebo has lost his polling unit to Sanwo-Olu in the March 18 governorship election.

    After sorting and counting at the polling unit 045, Oshifila, Anifowoshe, Ikeja, the APC polled 29 votes while Labour Party polled 18 votes, with Olajide Adediran of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) coming a distant third with two votes.

    TheNewsGuru.com (TNG) gathered that 421 voters were registered at the unit but only 50 were accredited.

    In the house of assembly result, APC scored 34 while LP polled 15 votes.

    Governorship election result in polling unit 045 in Lagos:

    APC – 029

    LP – 018

    PDP – 02

    Void – 1

    House of Assembly result:

    APC – 034

    LP – 015

    PDP – 01

     

  • Train Crash: Sanwo-Olu halts campaigns, declares flag flown at half-mast

    Train Crash: Sanwo-Olu halts campaigns, declares flag flown at half-mast

    To commensurate with the families of affected victims in a train crash that occurred on Thursday in the Ikeja area of Lagos State, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has declared political campaigns suspended and national flags to be flown at half-mast.

    Several people were injured after a passenger train crushed into a Lagos State Government staff bus on its way from Ikotun en route to Alausa, the state secretariat, at the PWD area Ikeja on Thursday morning.

    Sanwo Olu’s Chief Press Secretary, Gboyega Akosile, stated the declaration by the Governor on his Twitter handle.

    He said, “Breaking: Gov @jidesanwoolu suspends campaigns, enjoins others to show the true spirit of Lagos. He thanks all medical personnel and other officials who responded promptly to the incident.

    “Gov directs flags be flown at half mast and workers to observe a half day of work tomorrow.”

    The casualties recorded in the incident (as of the time) include 85 passengers on board and six deaths, 42 moderate injuries, 29 serious injuries, and eight mild injuries.

    TheNewsGuru.com (TNG) had reported that the bus with registration no 04A- 48LA on Thursday morning was crushed by a moving train at PWD, Ikeja area of Lagos.

    The Director, Public Affairs and Enlightenment Department of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, Adebayo Taofiq, confirmed the accident in a statement.

    “The accident recorded many casualties as the staff bus is fully loaded with govt staff going to the office this morning,” the statement added.

    TheNewsGuru.com (TNG) gathered that the BRT Bus was crossing the track when the speeding train hit it.

  • Train Accident: Sanwo-Olu sad, commiserates with victims’ families

    Train Accident: Sanwo-Olu sad, commiserates with victims’ families

    Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has expressed deep shock and sorrow over the Thursday morning accident involving a train and a Lagos State Government staff bus.

    The accident happened between Shogunle and Ikeja axis.

    Sanwo-Olu, in a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Gboyega Akosile, expressed sadness at the event.

    He sent deep condolences to the families of those that lost their lives in the accident, praying that God would grant them eternal rest.

    ”I am deeply saddened by the news of the accident. The vehicle was conveying staff of the Lagos State Government, our staff who serve the state in different capacities.

    ”Let’s say a prayer for the families and a prayer of mercy and protection for our state.

    ”My thoughts are with the victims and their families during this difficult time,” he said.

    The governor thanked Lagos residents who joined the state’s first responders in the search and rescue operation.

    He said that the true spirit of Lagos must be sustained at all times.

    ”A big thank you to well meaning Lagosians who immediately joined in rescue efforts.

    “Our first responders and emergency services are on ground and we will share more information shortly,” he said.

  • Sanwo-olu vows to ensure the safety of Igbos, properties in Lagos

    Sanwo-olu vows to ensure the safety of Igbos, properties in Lagos

    The Governor of Lagos state, Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Tuesday visited many major markets populated by people from the South-East.

    The Lagos-born politician, took a tour of the markets ahead of the Saturday gubernatorial election, following the open endorsement for his re-election by the Ndigbo community in the state.

    It was a rousing welcome for Sanwo-Olu at an open forum organised by traders, under the aegis of the Auto Spare Parts And Machinery Dealers Association, in Trade Fair Complex, Ojo.

    The governor at the open forum pledged to ensure the safety of the businesses and properties of Ndigbo in Lagos State.

    The engagements were initiated in response to concerns raised over the safety of businesses and properties owned by South-East traders in Lagos.

    Sanwo-Olu allayed the fears of the Igbo traders, assuring them that Lagos would continue to be a melting pot for all Nigerians.

    He said his administration would continue to foster security and promote peaceful coexistence among all ethnic nationalities in the state.

    ”I am here on a solidarity visit and to thank you for your public endorsement of my humble self, which I believe will be reflected at the polls on Saturday with the highest number of votes cast from members of your community.

    ”You are not giving us your support for anything; you believe we deserve this encouragement because my team and I have worked tirelessly to improve your well-being.

    ”Very soon, Ojo will have a brand new General Hospital that will serve your needs. You also have seen expressways and bridges being completed on this corridor and we have awarded a rail project into Okokomaiko that will aid the movement of people and goods.

    ”I am excited that Lagos is on the path of growth. Through your cooperation and peaceful coexistence, we can ensure that we will not only build the state, but we will also build a better country for ourselves,” the governor said at the Trade Fair forum.

    He assured the Igbo traders of his government’s commitment to their prosperity, adding that the approval recently received by the state for the development of Badagry Seaport was to facilitate economic development and boost logistics, especially in the movement of goods.

    Sanwo-Olu pledged his administration’s commitment to the safety and security of non-indigenes living in Lagos, urging the Igbo traders not to listen to the scaremongers threatening to attack them because of their electoral choices.

    ”We will continue to work with your leadership to enhance cooperation and identify areas we can improve on to foster peace and stability. We will not be hostile to any community of non-indigenes.

    ”For as long as you conduct yourselves in a peaceful manner, your safety and security will remain our priority. There is no need for any law-abiding resident to be scared,” he said.

    ASPAMDA President, Chief Ngozi Emechebe, described Sanwo-Olu as ‘a true friend of Igbo’, noting that the governor had never been hostile to non-Yoruba residents living in the state.

    Emechebe said that the forum was initiated as a reassurance of support of the Ndigbo community to the governor’s re-election, saying that the traders would work for Sanwo-Olu’s electoral victory in their respective polling stations.

    “Sanwo-Olu is a good man and has demonstrated that he is a lover of Igbo. We have resolved to support the governor for the second term because of his performance and his economic policies that have supported our businesses.

    “Through this forum, we are assuring the governor that we shall sing the song of victory together with him,” he said.

     

  • We’ll hold Sanwo-Olu responsible for any attack on Igbo in Lagos – Ohanaeze

    We’ll hold Sanwo-Olu responsible for any attack on Igbo in Lagos – Ohanaeze

     

    The Igbo socio-political organization, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has issued a warning to the Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, should the igbos be attacked in Lagos.

    Ohanaeze made this known following the victory of the Labour Party, (LP), presidential candidate, Peter Obi, in the State.

    The group said the attack in Lagos State was an attempt to pitch the Igbo against the Yoruba.

    The Secretary-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Okechukwu Isiguzoro, also warned that the body would hold the Oba of Lagos and MC Oluomo responsible for the attacks on the Igbo community in the state.

    Speaking with pressmen, Isiguzoro urged people in Lagos State to vote out Sanwo-Olu during the forthcoming governorship election.

    According to Isiguzoro: “We have observed the calculated attempt to pitch the Yorubas against the Igbos with the ethnic colouration that both tribes are fighting because Labour Party won Lagos State.

    “We want to make it categorically clear that we have Yorubas who are supporting Obi like Obasanjo and Ayo Adebanjo.

    “We are holding the Governor of Lagos State responsible for any calculated attack against innocent Igbo traders, we are holding MC Oloumo and the Oba of Lagos if anything happens to traders and the community in Lagos State.

    “The Governor of Lagos State has failed in his duties to protect the lives and properties of the people of the state, and we hereby, call him to resign honourably for failing to perform his duties.

    “The attack of Igbos in various parts of Lagos State is an act of cowardice and a sad reality that he has lost control of Lagos State

    “They are preparing to unleash more terror on Igbo community ahead of the March governorship election. We are telling Lagodisns that since the governor has failed in his statutory obligations to protect them should vote him out, except he apologizes and ensure the protection of lives and properties.

    “Also, we are telling Igbos communities in Lagos that self-defence and determination is a universal law, they should never allow what happened in 1993 to happen in 2023 when Abiola lost the election and Igbos became the victim.

    “Igbos must rise up and defend themselves, they should be peaceful, calm and never be involved in troublemaking, but if trouble comes to their doorstep, they should rise up and defend themselves.

    “They should never instigate any crisis where they are; as Nigerians, they should rise up and bravely defend themselves wherever they are.

    “The message is very clear; they should be law-abiding citizens but defend

  • Naira redesign: Sanwo-Olu decries extortive practice by PoS operators

    Naira redesign: Sanwo-Olu decries extortive practice by PoS operators

    Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has expressed displeasure over the extortive practices by Point of Sale (PoS) operators, as well as petrol station attendants.

    Sanwo-Olu said this while addressing newsmen on the current situation caused by the Naira redesign in the country, on Saturday at the Lagos House, Marina.

    He said that due to the situation, the operators had become extortive.

    Sanwo-Olu appealed to those involved in such behaviour to desist from such sharp practices.

    ”We have noticed with dismay the rampant incidents surrounding some of the players in the financial services value chain (PoS agents/operators); as well as petrol station attendants.

    ”They have taken the current challenges to mean an opportunity to extort hard-working and law-abiding Lagosians with extortionate service charges on funds withdrawal and sale of PMS.

    ”It is especially in difficult times like these that we all need to be our brothers’ and sisters’ keeper and do everything we can to contribute to lessening the hardships faced by our fellow Lagosians.

    ”This is not the period to sacrifice empathy, compassion, and humanity on the altar of profit making,” the governor said.

    He urged Lagos residents to resist the opportunists who sought to take advantage of the anger and frustration that were being felt to hijack the situation and foment trouble.

  • RIVERS: What Wike told Tinubu, Shettima on their courtesy visit

    RIVERS: What Wike told Tinubu, Shettima on their courtesy visit

    The All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential candidate, Bola Tinubu, his running mate, Kashim Shettima, and the party’s National Chairman, Abdullahi Adamu have paid a courtesy visit to the Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike, in Port Harcourt, the state capital.

    Wike, during the meeting on Wednesday, urged Tinubu to prevail on the Federal Government to ensure that the 2023 general election is not truncated.

    He noted that the Central Bank of Nigeria’s flagrant disregard for the Supreme Court order on the naira swap policy should worry the APC-led Federal Government, particularly as the 2023 general elections draw nearer.

    This was contained in a statement signed by the Special Assistant to the Rivers State Governor, Kelbin Ebiri, and made available to newsmen on Wednesday night.

    RIVERS: What Wike told Tinubu, Shettima on their courtesy visit

    On Tinubu’s entourage were, the governors of Kebbi, Abubakar Atiku Bagudu; Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu (Lagos), David Umahi (Ebony), former Ekiti State governor, Dr. Kayode Fayemi, Minister of State for Petroleum, Timipre Sylva, Tony Okocha and others.

    Governor Wike, who thanked God that the APC presidential rally in the state was devoid of violence, however, expressed reservation whether the APC-led Federal Government was interested in conducting the 2023 general elections particularly with the lingering naira swap crisis.

    Wike stated, “Do you people really want this election to take place or not; or you have an agenda to truncate this election. I don’t know. Look at what is happening in Oyo today, Edo, Delta. See what is going on.”

    The Rivers State governor maintained that the abrupt naira redesign and its implementation by the Central Bank of Nigeria smacks of pure politics. He insisted that irrespective of the politics, the ruling APC must ensure that the general elections hold.

    He added, “I believe your party should make sure this election holds. You people are in power, ensure that this election holds. Nobody can solve the issue of corruption in two-three months. It is not possible. This thing is purely politically motivated.”

    Governor Wike took a swipe on the governor of Central Bank of Nigeria, Godwin Emefiele, for disregarding the Supreme Court judgement on the old naira deadline

    “How can you people be in government at this time, governor of a Central Bank disrespecting the Supreme Court. Where has it happened in any democracy. Governor of Central Bank thinking of whether to obey Supreme Court order. Where has it happened?

    “I am not talking about Federal High Court order, not Court Of Appeal, I am talking about Supreme Court. Supreme Court said do not do this and everybody is folding hand begging Central Bank to obey Supreme Court order.

    “Which country has it ever happened? When the order of Supreme Court is not obeyed, what are you telling the poor people on the streets.”

  • Sanwo-Olu signs N1.76tn Lagos ”Budget of Continuity” into Law

    Sanwo-Olu signs N1.76tn Lagos ”Budget of Continuity” into Law

    Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State on Friday in Ikeja signed the state’s N1.77 trillion ”Budget of Continuity” into law.

    Assenting to the budget, Sanwo-Olu said that it was to consolidate development strides of his administration and satisfy the yearnings of the residents.

    He said that the fiscal document not only ”aggressively” focused on completing ongoing capital projects, but would also expand intervention programmes and intensify social support to citizens and their means of livelihoods.

    Sanwo-Olu said that the spendings would further demonstrate his government’s determination to scale up good governance and quality service to the citizens through the T.H.E.M.E.S Agenda.

    According to him, the budget will propel the state to higher level of fiscal growth and social development.

    The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the 2023 Appropriation Bill has a capital expenditure of N1.019 trillion, representing 58 per cent of the 2023 budget.

    The recurrent expenditure, representing 42 per cent, is N748 billion, which included personnel cost, overhead and debt services.

    He said that the implementation of the budget would see to completion of various ongoing capital projects, including the final construction phase of the 37-kilometre Lagos Red Rail Line from Agbado to Ebute Metta.

    Sanwo-Olu said that the funding for the second phase of the Blue Line from Mile 2 to Okokomaiko had equally been approved in the budget.

    He also said that the Ojo General Hospital project and mental health facility in Ketu-Ereyun being undertaken by the state government would race to completion.

    Sanwo-Olu said that the contractors handling various road and school construction projects in Badagry, Amuwo Odofin, Ikorodu and Eti-Osa could now have access to funds to deliver the projects.

    “I am delighted to assent to the 2023 Appropriation Bill transmitted to me after it was passed by the House of Assembly.

    “The budget went through a rigorous review and passed through all the relevant statutory channels required, before we now have a live document that can be implemented.

    “This is a budget that speaks to the aspirations and the needs of Lagosians.

    “The budget is audacious and its size is a reflection of the confidence our citizens repose in us.

    “It is also a significant improvement in the discharge of the citizens’ civic responsibility in the areas of taxes and levies that are due to the government.

    “I give assurance of our commitment to prudent implementation and improvement in service delivery that will bring about more dividends of good governance,” he said.

    Sanwo-Olu commended the leaders and members of the House of Assembly for the timely consideration and independent ratification done on the document.

    He promised to raise the level of implementation of the Appropriation Law, pledging that the ongoing electioneering would not slow down governance process.

    Sanwo-Olu said that though Lagos state had the highest budget among the federating units, but its size was a far cry from the actual number that should had been proposed, which befitted Lagos developmental aspiration.

    He said the state could do a lot more if the citizens would partner the government by committing to pay their taxes.

    “Lagosians must know that our government is committing to protecting their lives and their means of livelihoods.

    “We can provide a lot more opportunities for our citizens in transportation, education, public health and other areas of human endeavour. To achieve these objectives, residents must see the real partner in us.

    “We have seen the growth across the city and opportunities for business. Our budget must speak to this growth.

    “Lagos needs to be in the comity of cities that can take opportunities to another level and ventilate its economic potential,” the governor said.

    The Commissioner for Economic Planning and Budget, Mr Sam Egube said that the budgetary items reflected the wishes of the residents across the state’s five traditional divisions.

    Egube said that the coatings were in alignment with long-term sector objectives and in agreement with Lagos State Development Plan.

    The Chairman, House Appropriation Committee, Mr Gbolahan Yishau thanked the governor for bringing an ”implementable document” to the House.

    Yishau said that the fiscal document was diligently reviewed before the final draft was approved.

  • Sanwo-Olu set to host Buhari as he unveils Lagos seaport and rice mill Monday

    Sanwo-Olu set to host Buhari as he unveils Lagos seaport and rice mill Monday

    The Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has expressed preparedness to host the President, Muhammadu Buhari, for a two-day working visit in the state next week.

    The state Commissioner for Information, Mr Gbenga Omotoso, announced this on Friday during a press briefing held in Alausa, Ikeja.

    Sanwo-Olu set to host Buhari as he unveils Lagos seaport and rice mill Monday

    Omotoso disclosed that the presidential visit scheduled for January 23 and 24 would include the inauguration of projects undertaken by the Sanwo-Olu administration which included the Lekki Deep Sea Port, the Imota Rice Mill and the Blue Line Rail project.

    He said, “Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, who has asked us to inform you that President Muhammadu Buhari will be on a two-day working visit to our dear state. This will be Mr President’s first official visit to Lagos State since assumption of office by Governor Sanwo-Olu and his deputy, Dr Kadri Hamzat in May, 2019.

    “It is a visit where Mr President will again see the beauty of Lagos and take the opportunity to see first-hand and commission the life changing and people-oriented projects undertaken by the Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu administration.

    Sanwo-Olu set to host Buhari as he unveils Lagos seaport and rice mill Monday

    “The projects are the Lekki Deep Sea Port, a symbol of a good working relationship between the public and private sectors; the 32-metric tonnes per hour Lagos Rice Mill, one of the largest in the world; the 18.75-kilometre six-lane rigid-pavement Eleko Junction to Epe Expressway; the John Randle Centre for Yoruba Culture and History and the iconic Lagos Blue Line rail project.”

    The commissioner added that Buhari would also inaugurate a private sector project, MRS Lubricant factory in Apapa, noting that the governor and his wife, Dr Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu will lead other dignitaries to give the President a befitting state welcome.