Akinwumi Ambode

September 21, 2018

The Late 5: Nigeria doesn’t need an ethnic jingoist as President – Tambuwal; Ambode orders repairs of all potholes in 4 weeks | More stories

These are the stories that drove the conversation today: The Federal Government has on Friday directed the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS), to with immediate effect, put an end to the payment of fines by Nigerians holding dual citizenship at the nation’s International Airports. Minister of Interior, Abdulrahman Dambazau, who disclosed this in a statement in... Read More

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Indecent dressing responsible for increased rape incidents – Islamic group

The Islamic Group Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has blamed indecent dressing for the increase in rape cases in women. This was highlighted in a statement released by the group in response to a protest on rape staged by another group War Against Rape (WAR), Punch reports. Members of WAR had staged the protest at the office of the Lagos... Read More

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Phasing out ‘Danfo’ buses from Lagos roads will create jobs – Ambode

by Azeez Adeniyi Lagos State governor, Akinwumi Ambode has said the removal of yellow commercial buses popularly known as ‘Danfo’ from the roads will lead to the creation of more jobs. The Governor, who spoke at the May Day Rally held at the Agege Stadium to commemorate the 2017 Workers Day Celebration. He said this... Read More

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Justice Ademola’s wife resumes as Lagos Head of Service

by Dolapo Adelana Mrs Olabowale Ademola, wife of Justice Adeniyi Ademola of the Federal High Court Abuja has resumed her position as the Head of Service of the Lagos State Government. Ademola stepped down from the position in December 2016 as she was accused by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) alongside her husband... Read More

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October 29, 2016

SME100 Nigeria presents the Lagos Small Business Summit 2016 | Register now!

The Lagos Small Business Summit organised by SME100 Nigeria is a platform that brings together government leaders and small business owners; who are innovative game changers in their various sectors. The objective of the summit is to discuss the impact that innovation and data have on all sectors of the economy and the role each... Read More

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September 28, 2016

#EdoDecides: Ize-Iyamu is a liar, Ambode not in Edo – Lagos govt

The Lagos State Giovernment on Wednesday said claims by PDP candiadate, Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu that Lagos State Governor, Akinwumi Ambode is in Edo was a lie. In a statement signed by the State’s Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Steve Ayorinde, the government said Ambode was overseas for an official assignment. “The Lagos State Governor served... Read More

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August 17, 2016

Entertainment Roundup: Darey and Sam Smith; Rita Dominic and Obasanjo get some selfie action | Drake and Eminem squash beef rumours | More Stories

Here are some stories from the weekend and others that unraveled while you slept – and are now buzzing this morning in today’s Entertainment Roundup. Darey and Sam Smith share selfie Have you ever looked at a picture and all you see is too much talent? Well, take a look at Darey and British... Read More

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August 15, 2016

AFRIMA 3.0: 2Baba, Seyi Shay, Praiz, others pay courtesy visit to Governor Ambode

A selected group of Nigerian music stars paid a courtesy visit to the Governor of Lagos state, Akinwumi Ambode as Nigeria has been announced the host of the 3rd edition of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) which is scheduled to hold between 4-6 November, 2016. 2Baba, Seyi Shay, Praiz, DJ Jimmy Jatt, Nikki Laoye and more were... Read More

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August 11, 2016

Ambode commissions first state-owned medical emergency helipad

Lagos State Governor, Akinwumi Ambode, on Thursday commissioned a Helipad for medical emergency in Nigeria at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital, Ikeja. According to him, the Helipad which is the first state-owned in Nigeria will complement already functioning emergency services in the state. “This Helipad being commissioned today is a lifesaving asset and critical... Read More

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This is the grand plan Ambode has for Oshodi (WATCH)

Governor Akinwunmi Ambode of Lagos State intends to transform Oshodi into a world class transportation and commercial hub. Today, the governor took to his Twitter page to reveal that construction to transform Oshodi will commence next week. Oshodi, w/ over 5,600 buses spread over 13 different motor parks loading daily is t/ busiest transport interchange... Read More

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‘Monthly environmental sanitation is still in force… for now’

On Thursday, a statement put out by the Lagos state Commissioner for Environment, Babatunde Adejare inferred that the state government had cancelled the mandatory monthly environmental exercise. However, the Akinwunmi Ambode-led administration has come out to clear the air, saying the exercise has not been struck out. In a new statement released through the Commissioner... Read More

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November 19, 2015

Lagos is lucky to have Fashola as Minister – Ambode

Lagos Governor Akinwunmi Ambode, says his predecessor, Babatunde Fashola, is well positioned to make positive impact on the state. Ambode says the new Minister of Works, Power and Housing, will serve as a link between Lagos and the Federal Government, as he strives to develop the infrastructure of the state. While delivering a keynote address on Thursday, at... Read More

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November 16, 2015

Tinubu, Ambode, Lateef Jakande, others attend HID Awolowo’s Lying in State (PHOTOS)

The Lying in State and Service of Songs for the Late Mrs. Hannah Idowu Dideolu Awolowo, was held on Sunday, November 15, at the Awolowos’ residence in Park Lane, Apapa, Lagos. In attendance were former governors of Lagos state, Pa Lateef Jakande, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, incumbent governor, Akinwumi Ambode, and many others. See below, photos from the... Read More

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September 21, 2015

Guess what happened while you were in traffic? Ambode dropped his commissioners list

Lagos state governor, Akinwumi Ambode, has sent the list of his commissioners to the State House of Assembly for screening. Ambode is seeking the ratification of 36 candidates, with 23 as commissioners and 13 as special advisers. The list was presented to the assembly on Monday, September 21. They are; Gbolahan Lawal Jide Idris Seye Oladejo Folarin... Read More

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September 20, 2015

Tinubu, Aregbesola, Ambode, Fayemi pay condolence visit to Awolowo family (PHOTOS)

National leader of the All Progressives Congress, Bola Tinubu, and some of his proteges, paid a condolence visit to the family of the late HID Awolowo, on Sunday. Tinubu was accompanied by Governor Rauf Aregbesola, Kayode Fayemi and Governor Akinwumi Ambode. HID Awolowo died on Saturday, September 19, at the age of 99. See photos:

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August 17, 2015

Nigeria’s most fashionable governor approves Treasury Single Account

Ambode is working! Governor Akinwunmi Ambode of Lagos State has approved the operation of a treasury single account in the State effective from September 1st, to ensure proper accountability and transparency in all Government accrued revenues. This is actually good news. I’ve always wondered why the government had multiple accounts for their various activities. That’s a real... Read More

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August 10, 2015

The Ambode Tsunami, FDI drive and the Opportunities Ahead

by Onyeka ‘Kerous’ Ibeanusi Since the swearing in of President Buhari, the Nigerian government is taking all available means to cut down the high cost of governance and blocking wastages. In the same vein, Governor Akinwunmi Ambode of Lagos state has launched a vigorous overhauling and restructuring campaign in the states’ civil service and agencies with... Read More

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Gov. Ambode set to launch “People Friendly” traffic regime

Perhaps he’s more than the photoshoots suggest. One of the Governor’s aides dropped this in our email. Lagos State Governor, Akinwunmi Ambode is set to drastically change the face of Lagos traffic by introducing a world class traffic information and management system. The globally tested traffic system, which has worked for many cities similar... Read More

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Gov. Ambode solves Lagos traffic in latest photoshoot

Ambode is working. Èkó ò ní bàjé! Inspection of Apapa traffic gridlock points #ekoonibaje #itesiwajueko A photo posted by Akinwunmi Ambode (@akinwunmiambode) on Jun 25, 2015 at 10:59pm PDT Looks like he brought more traffic to the place. Inspection of Apapa traffic gridlock points #ekoonibaje #itesiwajueko A photo posted by Akinwunmi Ambode (@akinwunmiambode) on Jun... Read More

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Tinubu’s strange pose || APC leaders show the red card to PDP – See our top 7 photos from last week

by Kolapo Olapoju It’s been an enthralling and interesting 7 days, and as such, we review last week’s happenings in pictures. 1. During the week, Yemi Osinbajo, VP candidate of the All Progressives Congress, had to abandon his car in Lagos traffic, and walk down to his destination. 2. Someone came up with the electoral statistics... Read More

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Nigeria is a hell that should have been like heaven – 7 important things you didn’t read yesterday (but should have)

by Kolapo Olapoju 1. Abdusalami pleads for ‘benefit of doubt’ for GEJ Former Head of State, Abdusalami Abubakar, says we should give President Jonathan the benefit of the doubt. Abubakar said Jonathan has promised not to further postpone the elections and as such, should be trusted for now. He said: “As our President, let us... Read More

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January 7, 2015

Opinion: Akinwumi Ambode – If only evil could stink

by Olabode Odunuga Lagosians would only deceive themselves if they even entertain the thought that Ambode could be held responsible for his own deeds in office. It is too obvious already that this man is not his own man. The human nose is one of man’s most crucial properties. It is connected tightly to breathing and... Read More

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December 18, 2014

Abimbola Adelakun: 2015 – It’s Bola Tinubu Vs Bode George in Lagos

by Abimbola Adelakun The same ethical issues confronting Agbaje shackle Ambode too. How does one shake off a godfather like Tinubu? Will Ambode ever dare such? Can he even try and not expect to be shown the proverbial eraser that cleans “inexperienced” pencils like him? Nigerian elections come with certain realities: “stomach infrastructure”; losers allege... Read More

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December 9, 2014

Ambode pays Governor Fashola a visit

by Kolapo Olapoju Lagos gubernatorial aspirant of the All Progressives Congress, Akinwumi Ambode, has paid a visit to the incumbent governor of the state, Babatunde Raji Fashola. Ambode, on Monday, December 8, visited the governor in his office, in Alausa, Ikeja. After the governorship primaries of the APC, Fashola was believed to be displeased with... Read More

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December 8, 2014

“I urge you to support Ambode” – Fashola may finally be on the same page with Tinubu

by Kolapo Olapoju Lagos state governor, Babatunde Fashola has urged Lagosians to vote for the governorship candidate of the APC, Akinwumi Ambode, to sustain the programmes of his administration. This call is significant because after last Thursday’s gubernatorial primaries of the All Progressives Congress, stories made the rounds that all was not well between Lagos... Read More

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November 13, 2014

APC’s Tokunbo Wahab joins the fray in the Lagos governorship race

by Kolapo Olapoju He’s one of the youngest within Nigeria’s political cirlces, and he aspires to be Governor of Lagos State. 42-year-old Tokunbo Philip Wahab Esq. has formally declared his intention to vie for the seat of governor in Lagos State. He made the official announcement as he picked up his form at the APC secretariat... Read More

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August 19, 2014

Oba of Lagos threatens to open can of worms, but only after 2015 elections

by Azubuike Azikiwe The Oba of Lagos, Rilwan Akiolu, says he knows those responsible for the woes of Nigeria, and he will expose such persons after the 2015 general elections. He said this on Monday, 18 August, in Lagos, at the public presentation of “Corruption and Human Rights Law in Africa”, a book by Dr... Read More

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