SABO MARKET FIRE OUTBREAK : ALOWONLE COMMISERATE WITH VICTIM'S

SABO MARKET FIRE OUTBREAK : ALOWONLE COMMISERATE WITH VICTIM'S

    A renowned philanthropist and business mogul in Sagamu, Otunba Nurudeen Aina on Tuesday, conveyed his commiserations to victims of the fire outbreak in the popular sabo market, Sagamu, Ogun State. 

 According to a statement issued by his media team, Alowonle described the unfortunate fire incident as "one fire too many". The statement further reads in part, "I share in the pain and anguish of all hard working traders, artisans and business owners who lost their wares and belongings in the inferno.

   I was greatly saddened by the unfortunate news of the fire outbreak that has once more left innocent victims counting their losses. However, much thanks to Almighty God that no life was lost. The frequency and intensity of market fire outbreaks in recent times, as well as the impact on lives and livelihoods, tells us that implementing fire risk management requires collective effort and a holistic approach", Alowonle said. 

 Finally, he enjoined everyone to adopt fire prevention measures for general health and safety of their homes, schools and workplaces while praying that Almighty God grants all the victims the strength and fortitude to bear the loss.

REMO APC Youths back Adeleye, says certificate allegation a cheap blackmail

Alleged Certificate Forgery: Unnecessary Distraction From Good Governance - Remo APC Youths

   The concerned Remo APC Youths under the able leadership of Comr. Abimbola Sijuade has condemned in strong terms, the recent malicious attack on Hon. Biyi Adeleye, the consultant to Ogun State Governor on political matters. 

  The attack, which bothers on 'forgery of academic credentials' did not go down well with the youths who described the whole story as 'a lie from the pit of hell'.  Reacting to the report on Wednesday, Mr. Abimbola Sijuade, the association rubbished the allegation levelled against Hon. Adeleye, noting that it is just a wishful thinking of the promoters of hatred. 

 He said, "The attention of Remo APC Youths have been drawn to a puerile report being syndicated via various media platforms that our reputable leader, Hon. Biyi Adeleye forged his results and therefore, not qualified to earn the given appointment. We believe that this is just a mere distraction coming from the quarters of the enemies of the high-profile politician. 

 We are not unaware that some bitter individuals have gathered themselves to continually throw ballistic missile at the him but of course, it is a ripe fruit that attracts the interest of all. The achievements of Hon. Biyi Adeleye somehow intimidates his politcal adversaries, hence, the constant attack on his person by them. Despite the quantum of evidence presented by the young achiever, it is shameful that some individuals are still hell bent on tarnishing his image.  

Rather than joining hands with them to work for the progress of Ogun State, they have assigned a task of 'character defamation' to themselves due to their style of politics. Hon. Biyi Adeleye is a capable, responsible, qualified and competent young man whose capability is never in doubt. As a former LG Chairman and State lawmaker, it would be very unreasonable for any sane individual to think such a man who had represented his people at various levels would not possess genuine academic qualifications. How can he scale through all the process without having the required documents ? 

   The allegation is very demeaning but for the purpose of the general public, should have been thrown to the deepest hole of forgetfulness. We urge the those behind this to use their time and life for things more productive and stop abusing the opportunity granted to them in the media space", Arowolo said. 

   Finally, he urged Hon. Biyi Adeleye to ignore the mere attention seekers and settle down to serious business of governance like he said.

YOU ARE UNDER INTENSE PUBLIC SCRUTINY, ABIODUN TELLS CABINET MEMBERS

YOU ARE UNDER INTENSE PUBLIC SCRUTINY, ABIODUN TELLS CABINET MEMBERS 

The Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, Monday told his cabinet members to brace up to the responsibilities and challenges of their new offices as they are under public scrutiny. 

According to the Governor, a lot of burden would be on them to live above board and be morally upright. 

He charged members of the newly constituted cabinet of the State to be role models, manage expectations and join him in advancing the goals of even development across the State, as they are now public servants and not mere representatives of their towns or local governments. 

He said they should not be found wanting in character, as they would come under intense public scrutiny and people would want to probe every of their actions and inactions.

Prince Dapo Abiodun, who made these remarks in his office, at the orientation programme organised for commissioners and special advisers.

Governor Abiodun reminded his appointees that their conduct and utterances would now be thoroughly looked at differently from when they were not commissioners and special advisers. 

He urged the cabinet members to join him as partners in progress like the civil servants who are the engine room of governance.

He stressed that as worthy partners and anchors of the bureaucratic structures upon which the programmes and policies of his administration would be built, cabinet members should forge a seamless cordial and work relationship with the civil servants which he described as dedicated, efficient and committed professionals. 

 

"You are now public servants and have joined the league of politically exposed people. Your conduct, utterances and public personality will now come under intense public scrutiny, so be guided accordingly.

"To achieve optimally, you will need to work with and regard the Ogun State public servants as partners and anchors of the bureaucratic structures required to deliver on our programmes and policies. You will find in Ogun State public servants the most dedicated, efficient and committed professionals. They are the inheritors of the proud legacies of the Ogun State Public Service. So, with the combination of political appointees, who are best breed and the public servants that rank top in the Country, the stage is now set for a new Ogun State of our collective dreams," he said.

The Governor, while describing the newly assembled Executive Council members as the most star-studded Council in the Country, said that he would provide the right leadership as the captain of the team.

"This administration has arguably the most star-studded cabinet in the Country: various expertise, different backgrounds, and even various but complementary flavours have been brought together. As the captain of this team, I want to assure you that I will provide the right leadership for you to blossom as individual stars and for our team to record achievements that are greater than the sum of individual accomplishments," he said.

The helmsman added that each of the cabinet members was chosen based on their track records and on the basis that they would contribute immensely to building the future of the State.

He added that the new cabinet members must all come on board with a mindset of team work that would "generate a new and higher momentum."

The orientation program for the new cabinet members had retired Head of Service, Chief Dipo Odulate, Mrs. Modupe Adekunle and the Director, Code of Conduct Bureau in the State, Mr. Segun Rabiu as resource persons.

RECOMMENDATIONS OF ELDERS COUNCIL WILL ENSURE DEVELOPMENT - ABIODUN

RECOMMENDATIONS OF ELDERS COUNCIL WILL ENSURE DEVELOPMENT - ABIODUN

The Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has disclosed that the  recommendations and constructive criticisms of the Governor's Elders Advisory Council would ensure that the enviable position of the State among comity of states is sustained, whilst providing a more prosperous life for the people of the State.

Prince Dapo Abiodun, who made this known at the inauguration of a 56-man Governor's Elders Advisory Council, held at the Oba's Complex, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, suggested a one-time Permanent Secretary in the old Western Region, Chief Oluseye Okuboyejo as Chairman of the Council.

"I am suggesting that the elders form themselves into an executive, so that if there is a need to have a meeting with me, you will not need to call all the members together. It would be the executive members comprising of a few from each senatorial district that would meet with me in between regularly scheduled meetings, but I will leave the composition of that executive to the elders.

"However, I think that I am by virtue of the fact that you have made me your Governor, at liberty to choose for you a Chairman, and I have chosen no other than a revered father, a revered former Permanent Secretary, Chief Okuboyejo to chair this Elders Advisory Council," he said.

Abiodun, while charging the elders to feel the pulse of the people, urged them to advise his Government after having felt their pulse.

The helmsman, while describing with nostalgia how the proverbial dog kept its mother in the sky so as to avoid her death in the midst of drought in the land of the animals, said that his administration is determined to draw its elders closer and continuously tap from their wealth of experience.

He added that every leader needs the counsel of people who can speak truth to those in power, adding that his administration will not fail to harness the invaluable resources of its elders.

"The Ogun State Elders Advisory Council mimics the dog in the folktale who chose to keep an elder close. Here in Ogun State, we will not disparage our elders. We have literally decided to hide them in the sky like the proverbial dog in other to benefit from their wisdom and wealth of experience. This is the metaphorical food the dog received and which will serve us well here in present times as we remain steadfast in our commitments to delivering on our developmental agenda of building our future together," he said.

"Indeed, every leader needs the counsel of people who can speak truth to power. No one can deny the rich contributions of our elders to the continued development of our dear State. As you our fathers and mothers say: "Ohun tí àgbàlagbà rí l-órí ìjókòó, bí omodé bá gun orí igi gíga, kò lè ri," meaning that "what an elder will see while sitting, a young person cannot even see it while atop a tree." Our administration has been aware of this fact since inception. For this reason, we have not failed to harness those invaluable resources as we seek to further unleash the enormous potential of our State. We know that we will do well to tap into the rich and varied experiences of our elders who have made indelible marks in their respective professions," he said.

In his goodwill message, the State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Yemi Sanusi said that the event was another bold step by the Governor to display his governance of inclusiveness, adding that the Governor needs the elders as their voice was a voice of wisdom.

In their separate remarks, Chief Adekunle Adesina, Former Ogun Deputy Governor Alhaja Salimot Badru, Chief Tolu Dawodu and Senator Ayo Otegbola said that the Governor has demonstrated that he is a listening governor, urging him to put the house in order, so that when former members of the party come back, they would meet on ground a more robust party system.

The elder statesmen, while urging the Governor to continue with his good style of governance, affirmed that his style is not slow, but steady and rewarding, adding that they will support his leadership.

In his response, the Chairman, Ogun State Governor's Elders Advisory Council, Chief Oluleye Okuboyejo commended the Governor for opting to form the Council and listen to the voice of wisdom from elders who have left indelible marks in their chosen professions, adding that the Council would do its best to give the present administration in the State wisdom and advice that would spur the desired and expected change for the people of the State.

ALOWONLE SENDS BIRTHDAY WISHES TO THE DEPUTY GOVERNOR

ALOWONLE SENDS BIRTHDAY WISHES TO THE DEPUTY GOVERNOR

A young philanthropist and renown business mogul in Sagamu, Otunba Nurudeen Aina, popularly known as ALOWONLE has sent heartwarming greeting to the Deputy Governor of Ogun State, Her Excellency, Alh. (Engr.) Noimot Salako-Oyedele on her birthday celebration.

Otunba Nurudeen Aina(Alowonle) joins the good citizens of the State to thank God on behalf of Her Excellency for scaling her through another 365 days, noting that the soft spoken deputy governor wouldn't have come this far in life if not for the grace of God.

More so, He prayed to God in His Infinite mercy to grant all her heart desires and wipe her secret cries and that the new age shall add unto her more success, greater heights and make more of her dreams come true. 

E-Signed:

Otunba Nurudeen Aina (ALOWONLE)

Chairmanship Aspirant,

AMORAN,Ogun State.