Ojo Majority News

05/05/2025

"Therefore, we urge the dissidents to consider the bigger picture and the needs of the people of Oto-Awori LCDA. Leadership should be about serving the people, not just about zoning or rotation alone. This narrow-minded approach to leadership is a recipe for stagnation and underdevelopment. We believe that Pastor Ojelabi's leadership is focused on serving the people, and we support his efforts and that of other leaders to building a stronger, more prosperous LCDA for all", says Asejere Movement 2025 Media Team.

OJELABI: LEADING WITH VISION AND INTEGRITY – A RESPONSE May 05, 2025 We have taken notice of recent publications and attacks on our frontline and well-respected Leader, Pastor Cornelius Ojelabi, the Chairman of All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State by a few misguided persons masquerading ...

08/02/2025

The success of the Health Walk has reinforced the Movement's position as a force to be reckoned with in the area. As the Movement continues to gain traction, it is likely to play a significant role in shaping policy and governance in the Council Area and environs in the nearest future.

Asejere Movement Steps Up: Health Walk Showcases Community Strength, Resilience February 08, 2025 Asejere Movement Steps Up: Health Walk Showcases Community Strength, Resilience  In a show of strength and solidarity, Chief Usman Aliu, the Odofin of Ilogbo Elegba, organised a Health Walk in honour o...

14/09/2024

With his ASEJERE movement, Hon. Azeez Kareem is poised to transform the lives of Oto-Awori LCDA's youth and residents, empowering them to reach their full potential and thrive in a supportive, healthy, and vibrant communities.

Empowering the Future: Azeez Kareem Unveils Visionary Plan for the People of Oto-Awori LCDA September 13, 2024 LAGOS, NIGERIA.In a passionate address to the Asejere Movement faithful, a mobilisation platform for the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State at the Ilogbo-Elegba General Assembly...

13/09/2023

Bolaji Kayode, Tolani Sule, and Others Inaugurated as Commissioners by Lagos Governor, Sanwo-Olu

By Yinka Fagbile

Ojo Federal Constituency and by extension, Lagos State was agog on Wednesday culminating in an atmosphere of joy, excitement, and celebration by the people and members of the All Progressives Congress (APC), as commissioners and special advisers were inaugurated by the Governor of the State, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu.

The inauguration which was held at Alausa in Ikeja, saw the emergence of two commissioners from Ojo Local Government including Hon. Bolaji Kayode (Local Government Affairs) and Hon. Tolani Sule (Tertiary Institutions), both Awori and sons of the Soil.

The inauguration of the commissioners was a sequel to a series of correspondences written by the Governor to the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa appointing the nominees as members of the State Executive Council.

Obasa had announced the confirmation of some of the nominees earlier screened on August 23 before the receipt of another list containing the previous and new set of proposed appointees on September 4 from the State Governor.

The excited crowd both at the venue of the inauguration and reception expressed great delight in what some described as "double portion", and "double anointing" while others preferred to say it was double blessings for the old local government.

MEETING THE NEW COMMISSIONERS

HON.ROBERTS BOLAJI KAYODE

The Commissioner for Local Government Affairs, Bolaji Kayode has been a grassroots veteran and a two-term Council Chairman who won the Best Local Government Chairman Award in Lagos State during the administration of Babatunde Raji Fashola as Governor of the State. He is also the immediate past Special Adviser to the Governor of the State on Local Government and Community Affairs.

Bolaji Kayode was born on the 12th of May, 1968. He attended Anglican Primary School, Oto-Ijanikin, and the continuing education centre, Awori College, Ojo, for his secondary education. He later proceeded to the University of Ado-Ekiti (Now Ekiti State University ) where he bagged a bachelor's degree in Political Science. He also went further by obtaining a Master of Public Administration degree with a specialization in Human Resources and Personnel Management from Lagos State University in 2016.

Kayode, popularly referred to as Bibiire, worked as a staff in the internally generated revenue section of works and housing at Olorunda LCDA in the old Badagry Local Government of Lagos State before his incursion into active politics.

HON. TOLANI SULE

Hon. Tolani Sule Akibu the new Commissioner on Tertiary Institutions, is an old horse in the game. He is a trained and former teacher, an educationist, and a politician of many years standing. Before his new appointment, he was a one-time Executive Secretary of Oto-Awori Local Council Development Area. He later became the Executive Secretary of the Local Government Education Authority, Ojo LGEA for two consecutive terms of 10 years, before emerging as a member of the Governing Council of the Lagos State University, Ojo.

Hon. Tolani Sule served as the Deputy Director General (Lagos West II) of the Lagos State APC Campaign Council at the 2023 general elections. He has also participated in previous state and grassroots campaigns for many years and served the Party in different capacities.

Full List of Lagos State New Commissioners, Special Advisers and their Portfolios

1. Mr. Afolabi Ayantayo - Commissioner for Establishment Training and Pensions

2. Mr. Jamiu Alli-Balogun - Commissioner for Basic Education

3. Mr. Gbenga Oyerinde - Commissioner, Special Duties

4. Mr. Lawal Pedro (SAN) - Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice

5. Mr. Mobolaji Ogunlende - Commissioner for Youth and Social Development

6. Hon. Ibrahim Layode - Commissioner for Home Affairs and Culture

7. Mrs. T**e Benson-Awoyinka - Commissioner for Tourism

8. Olakunle Rotimi-Akodu - Special Adviser, Environment

9. Mr. Abdulkabir Ogungbo - Special Adviser, Taxation and Revenue

10. Engr. Abiola Olowu - Special Adviser, Commerce and Investment

11. Dr. Adekunle Olayinka - Special Adviser, Works (to report to the Deputy Governor)

12. Mrs. Bolaji Cecilia Dada - Commissioner for Women Affairs and Poverty Alleviation

13. Mr. Idris Aregbe - Special Adviser, Tourism Arts and Culture

14. Mr. Yakubu Adebayo Alebiosu - Commissioner Waterfront Infrastructure

15. Mr. Tokunbo Wahab - Commissioner for Environment

16. Hon. Bola Olumegbon - Special Adviser, Central Business District (CBD)

17. Dr. Oreoluwa Finnih-Awokoya - Special Adviser Health

18. Mr. Kayode Bolaji-Roberts - Local Government Affairs

19. Mr. Moruf Akinderu Fatai - Commissioner for Housing

20. Mr. Seun Osiyemi - Commissioner for Transportation

21. Ms. Barakat Bakare - Special Adviser, Housing

22. Prof. Akin Abayomi - Commissioner for Health

23. Mr. Gbenga Omotoso - Commissioner for Information and Strategy

24. Dr. Rotimi Fashola - Special Adviser Agriculture

25. Mr. Mosopefolu George - Commissioner for Economic Planning and Budget

26. Mr. Tunbosun Alake - Commissioner for Science and Technology

27. Ms. Ruth Abisola Olusanya - Commissioner for Agriculture

28. Mrs. Kaosarat Folashade Ambrose - Commissioner for Industries, Trade, and Investment

29. Dr. Olumide Oluyinka - Commissioner for Physical Planning

30. Mr. Yomi Oluyomi - Commissioner for Finance

31. Dr. Jide Babatunde - Special Adviser E-GIS

32. Dr Afolabi Abiodun Tajudeen - Special Adviser, Political, Legislative and Civic Engagement

33. Hon. Sola Shakirudeen Giwa - Special Adviser

34. Transportation
Dr Mrs Iyabo Oyeyemi Ayoola - Special Adviser, Central Internal Audit

35. Mr Ajigbotafe Akinyemi - Commissioner, Wealth creation

36. Mr Nurudeen Lanre Yekini-Agbaje - Special Adviser, Rural Development and Chieftaincy Affairs

37. Mr Tolani Sule Akibu - Commissioner for Tertiary Education

Lagosians and residents of the State are optimistic that the new commissioners and special advisers will bring their wealth of experience to bear in developing and advancing the THEMES Agenda of the Governor, amongst other sustainable projects.

Photo Credit: Ojo LGA Media

Bolaji Kayode, Tolani Sule, and Others Inaugurated as Commissioners by Lagos Governor, Sanwo-Olu September 13, 2023 By Yinka FagbileOjo Federal Constituency and by extension, Lagos State was agog on Wednesday culminating in an atmosphere of joy, excitement and celebration by the people and members o...

09/09/2023

7 COUNTRIES THAT CHANGED THEIR NAMES.

Throughout history, countries have undergone various transformations, including changes in their names. These alterations are often influenced by political, cultural, or social factors. The renaming of a country can symbolize a shift in its identity, sovereignty, or historical narrative. In this article, we will explore some notable examples of countries that changed their names and the reasons behind these transformations.

1. THE REPUBLIC OF MACEDONIA TO NORTH MACEDONIA
One of the most recent and well-known name changes occurred in 2019 when the Republic of Macedonia became North Macedonia. This change resolved a long-standing dispute with Greece, which objected to the use of the name "Macedonia" because it also has a region with the same name. The renaming was part of a diplomatic agreement that paved the way for North Macedonia's NATO membership and improved relations between the two nations.

2. CEYLON TO SRILANKA
In 1972, the island nation of Ceylon changed its name to Sri Lanka, a term rooted in the Sinhalese language, and declared itself a republic. This shift aimed to reflect the country's multicultural identity and reduce associations with its colonial past under British rule. Sri Lanka means "resplendent land" in Sinhalese, emphasizing the country's natural beauty.

3. BURMA TO MYANMAR

The Southeast Asian nation known as Burma was renamed Myanmar in 1989 by the ruling military junta. The change was met with international controversy and opposition, as it was perceived as an attempt to legitimize the junta's power. Some countries, including the United States, continued to refer to the country as Burma due to concerns over human rights abuses and the lack of a democratic transition.

4. ZAIRE TO THE DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF THE CONGO

In 1997, Zaire changed its name to the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DR Congo) after a series of political upheavals and conflicts. The change sought to distance the country from the authoritarian regime of Mobutu Sese Seko, who had ruled as a dictator for over three decades. The new name emphasized the return to a democratic system of governance.

system of governance.

5. SIAM TO THAILAND

Thailand was known as Siam until 1939 when it officially changed its name. This change aimed to assert the nation's unity and identity in the face of increasing Western colonial influence in Southeast Asia. "Thailand" means "Land of the Free" and was chosen to emphasize the country's independence and the Thai people's sense of national pride.

6. CZECHOSLOVAKIA TO THE CZECH REPUBLIC AND SLOVAKIA

The dissolution of Czechoslovakia in 1993 led to the creation of two separate countries: the Czech Republic and Slovakia. This peaceful separation followed the end of communist rule and was based on the desire for greater autonomy and self-determination among the two ethnic groups, the Czechs and the Slovaks.

7. EAST PAKISTAN TO BANGLADESH

In 1971, East Pakistan declared its independence from West Pakistan following a brutal war. This resulted in the creation of the new nation of Bangladesh. The change in name and status reflected the cultural, linguistic, and political differences between the two regions and marked the end of the Bangladesh Liberation War.

Source: India Today.

07/08/2023

https://independent.ng/sanwo-olu-hails-lagos-apc-chairman-at-65-says-ojelabi-contributed-to-state-development/

07/08/2023

Today, we celebrate a great man. Hon. Cornelius Oyefolu Ojelabi, former Council Chairman, MHR, Commissioner, and current Chairman, APC Lagos State. We say Congratulations and happy birthday to you, sir. Many happy returns and many cheers to a new beginning!