FG extends delivery date of Akpongbon Bridge due to emergency repairs
The Federal Ministry of works says the delivery date of the Akpongbon Bridge section of the Eko Bridge, earlier fixed for December 2022, has been extended to May 2023 because of the emergency repair of the Ijora Olopa section of the Bridge after a fire incident on November 4. Minister of Works and Housing, Babatunde […]
The Federal Ministry of works says the delivery date of the Akpongbon Bridge section of the Eko Bridge, earlier fixed for December 2022, has been extended to May 2023 because of the emergency repair of the Ijora Olopa section of the Bridge after a fire incident on November 4.Image of Eko Bridge
Minister of Works and Housing, Babatunde Fashola in the company of officials of Lagos State Government during an inspection tour of the burnt Eko Bridge said the frequent fire incidents under the Eko Bridge due to the illegal activities of a few residents could lead to the bridge’s collapse.
Fashola further explained that a joint action by the Federal and Lagos State governments is underway to evict traders and illegal occupants under Lagos bridges to save lives and protect infrastructure.
The minister however concluded that tough laws will be enacted soon by the Legislature to protect the bridges across the country.
In their efforts to make sure that family bound is rekindle, the Grand Children of Late Reverend Apostle Samuel Olubukonla Odunlami has organised a maiden get together party.
The idea was conceived last August at the 70th Birthday of Chief Femi Odunlami popularly known as JOBAS.
The Get-together which was held today at the premises of Mr & Mrs. Yomi Adeliyi at Asero Housing Estate was attended by Children and Grand Children of Late Reverend Apostle Samuel Olubukonla Odunlami within and outside Ogun State.
The get-together was started with praise and worship, a Hymn “Af’ope F’olorun” and opening prayer by Deaconess B. Adeliyi.
Introduction of parents i.e introduction of Children of Late Reverend Apostle Samuel Olubukonla Odunlami was done in a jovial and orderly manner.
Rev Mother OkuboyeElder Oluwafemi Odunlami a.k.a JobasDeaconess B. AdeliyiMama F. AiyedungbeMama Gbemisola
Baba Kekere Akolawole Odunlami was introduced in absential
Last Born – Oluwaseun OdunlamiSurviving Wife of Late Reverend Apostle Samuel Olubukonla Odunlami – Mrs. J.A Odunlami
One minute silence was observed in rememberance of Late Rev. AP. S.O Odunlami and his late wife Mrs. Felicia Eguntoki Odunlami.
The 2021 get-together was fun filled with alot of activities.
At the cause to end the programme, the host for 2022 gathering was unveiled through balloting – Deacon Olamilekan Okuboye emerged as the host for 2022 gathering.
The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. (Dr) Mudashiru Obasa, has described the just opened 1.4km Agege-Pen Cinema flyover as the result of the robust relationship that exists between the executive and the legislative arms of government.
The bridge was opened by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu at an event attended by the National Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, leaders of the party and top government officials.
Speaking at the event, Obasa recalled how he first moved motion on the floor of the House and later reintroduced it during the 8th Assembly.
He said following the reintroduction of the motion, the project was supported by the executive arm and added in the budget.
Speaking about the project, Obasa who said he was excited, added: “This shows collaboration and strong relationship between the executive and legislature in Lagos state.
“We recognise the doctrine of separation of power but it is not the end if there is no collaboration among the arms of government.
“We enjoy the cordial relationship between the House and the executive and this has brought employment and development to the state.”
Citing how the state has further benefited from the relationship between the arms of government, he noted: “The initiative of Neighborhood Watch is an arrangement between the Assembly and the executive and today the security outfit has employed thousands of people.
“This shows that collaboration between the two arms of government can create employment.
“This relationship among us will continue because any motion that fails to get the support of the executive ends there,” he said.
The Speaker appreciated Governor Sanwo-Olu and the members of the Assembly for the roles they played which resulted in the completion of the project.
He also thanked Asiwaju Tinubu for laying the foundation for the sustenance of the growth, development and progress of Lagos State.
Obasa described the project as a dividend of true governance as well as the desire of the APC to meet the yearnings of the people.
He also urged the governor to continue to do more for the people of Agege as there is more to be done in the area.
The Lagos State Governor Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu is set to mark his 500 days in office. The administration hit 500 days on October 10.
For the Governor, it is an opportunity to review the “Greater Lagos” journey and tender his report card to Lagosians.
He will, on October 20, deliver a state of the State address at a Press Conference at the Government Secretariat, Alausa, Ikeja.
Sanwo-Olu will speak on the achievements of his administration, guided by the .T.H.E.M.E.S Agenda – the six-pillar development strategy propelling the “Greater Lagos” journey. He will review the journey and offer Lagosians a peep into the future of the administration.
The past 500 days have been eventful and challenging – no thanks to COVID-19 and its lethal effects. Sanwo-Olu rallied Lagosians to battle the pandemic, even as he continued to deliver on his electoral promises.
Despite COVID-19 and its attendant challenges, the Sanwo-Olu administration has continued to deliver on its electoral promises, focusing on human and infrastructural development. The State’s economy remains strong. There have been wonderful moves in education, health, transportation, poverty alleviation and employment as well as in other sectors.
