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 THE Osun state governor, Ademola Adeleke, has unveiled the N14 billion flyover bridge project in Lagere to the Iremo area of Ile-Ife. On Tuesday, May 7th, 2024 at the flag-off at Lagere, Governor Adeleke disclosed that the project would be completed in twelve (12) months as he charged the contractor, Messrs Sammya Nigeria Limited to partner with the host community for the successful execution of the bridge. He said: “We are flagging off the flyover bridge at Lagere Junction as well as the commencement of 55 kilometres of roads across the 30 local governments and the area office. “After compliance with the due process and procurement laws, the flyover bridge is awarded to Messrs Sammya Nigeria Limited at a total project cost of N14,938,924,771.45.“ Earlier, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Works and Infrastructure, Engr Idowu Bello, explained that the flyover will take off at Lagere and land at Iremo Road with dualised carriageway. He noted that the flyover is designed to be a 10-span bridge with retailing walls at the approaches, adding that the existing structure on the ground will be given a facelift to reflect the cradle of the Yoruba race when completed. He said: “Within the 17 months of this administration, Mr. Governor has completed the rehabilitation of 10Km lengths of roads spread across lle-Ife and another 5Km Local Government roads will be flagged off today.” During the flag off, His Royal Majesty, the Ooni of Ife, Oba Enitan Ogunwusi commended Governor Ademola Adeleke for his infrastructure agenda for the state, affirming that the Lagere flyover bridge will boost Osun East economy. The Royal Majesty, described the Lagere flyover bridge as the coming of an economic hub which will expand the economic prosperity of not just Ifeland but Osun East and Osun state as a whole. “I must commend the foresight and thoughtfulness of Mr. Governor. Your agenda to expand state infrastructure is impressive and unrivalled. This Lagere flyover bridge and its location touch at the economic heart of our people. We deeply appreciate your vision of uplifting and transforming Ifeland, the cradle of Yoruba nation. “ We are convinced that you will complete it in record time. We are also assured that you will put to practice your avowed commitment to local content and stomach infrastructure. When you finish the Lagere project, we know you will commence another one at Mayfair. At least, Ifeland is the origin of all Yoruba people ”, the Royal Majesty noted. Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi also implored residents to join hands with the Osun state government over the project. He said: “This is the economic hub of Ile-Ife. We have banks and all manners of businesses here. All the residents of neighbouring communities including Gbongan and many more towns do come to Lagere for trading. People do come from Modakeke to trade here. “When the governor proposed this project I was very happy. Ile-Ife is the origin, despite that the governor is from Ede, he remembered his ancestral home. I want to plead with the governor to remember Mayfair Road. “I want to plead with the governor not to deceive us with the flagoff but please help us to complete this project. Don’t just come here to cut the ribbon but please complete this overhead bridge you unveil today. Also, help us to rehabilitate bad roads in Ile-Ife and expand them if need be. Please don’t neglect us and we will continue to pray for you," Ooni of Ife said. Dignitaries present at the occasion, were; Deputy Governor, Prince Kola Adewusi; the House Speaker, Adewale Egbedun; the Deputy Speaker, Hon, Ireyode Abidemi Oyewusi ; the State Chairman of the ruling party, Hon Sunday Bisi; the Head of Service, Ayanleye Aina; and Chairman of Imole Leadership team, Prof Wale Oladipo.
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 His Royal Majesty, the Ooni of Ife, Oba Enitan Ogunwusi has showered praises on Governor Ademola Adeleke over his administration's holistic infrastructure agenda for the state, affirming that the Lagere flyover bridge flagged off today will deepen Osun East economy. Receiving the State Governor, his team and leaders of Ifeland at his Palace and addressing the public at the Lagere Junction, the global monarch analyzed the economic significance of Lagere Junction linking all major economic arteries of Osun State from Gbongan-Ikire axis in Osun West to Garage Olode on the route to Ondo and the direct economic linkage to Ijeshaland. His Royal Majesty, a toprank businessman before his ascension to the throne of Oduduwa, described the Lagere flyover bridge as the coming of an economic hub which will expand the economic prosperity of not just Ifeland but Osun East and Osun state as a whole. “I must commend the foresight and thoughtfulness of Mr. Governor. Your agenda to expand state infrastructure is impressive and unrivaled. This Lagere flyover bridge and its location touch at the economic heart of our people. We deeply appreciate your vision of uplifting and transforming Ifeland , the cradle of Yoruba nation. “ We are convinced that you will complete it in record time. We are also assured that you will put to practice your avowed commitment to local content and stomach infrastructure. When you finish the Lagere project, we know you will commence another one at Mayfair. At least, Ifeland is the origin of all Yoruba people '', the Royal Majesty who spoke in Yoruba language noted. Flagging off the project at a ceremony attended by top leaders of the state including the Deputy Governor, Prince Kola Adewusi; the House Speaker , Adewale Egbedun; the Deputy Speaker, Hon,Ireyode Abidemi Oyewusi ; the State Chairman of the ruling party, Hon Sunday Bisi; the Head of Service, Ayanleye Aina; and Chairman of Imole Leadership team, Prof Wale Oladipo, Governor Adeleke said his infra agenda is primed to change the economic fortunes of the state for the better. The State Governor said he adopted a big view approach to the huge infra deficit he inherited from his predecessor, noting that his team understands the deep level of infra deficit which covers roads, health, water and schools. Explaining his administration's efforts to bridge the infra gap, the Governor recalled the flag off of road dualisation last week at Ilesa, adding “we are here to bring to reality the construction of a flyover bridge, this iconic bridge, the first of its kind in this land of the source. “The project location was justified on the ground of easing traffic, facilitating connectivity and attracting adjacent economic activities. Ile Ife deserves not only an infra upgrade but a classical upliftment to enhance the tourism capital of this divine town. This is what our government is launching today. We are on a match to greater height for Ile Ife and Osun State as a whole. “I want to use this platform to assure elders, sons and daughters of Ile Ife that our government is committed to solving the many developmental issues facing this city. We are applying phased project implementation strategies due to the huge infra deficit with attendant low funding capacity. We however assure all and sundry that our strategy will eventually fulfill the yearnings and aspirations of all our people. “Our good people of Ile Ife and Osun as a whole, we are here for two in one event. We are flagging off the flyover bridge at Lagere Junction as well as the commencement of 55 kilometers of roads across the 30 local governments and the area office. “After compliance with the due process and procurement laws, the flyover bridge is awarded to Messrs Sammya Nigeria limited at a total project cost of Fourteen Billion, Nine Hundred and Thirty Eight Million, Seven Hundred and Seventy One (N14,938,924,771.45). The completion period is Twelve Months. “Additionally, I flag off the construction of Local Government Roads totalling 55.86km at the cost of N30,677,814,099.42. This is also to have a completion period of twelve months”, the Governor stressed. Earlier, Prof Oladipo had expressed appreciation to Governor Adeleke for his wonderful performance in office and affirming that the Governor had made all members of the Imole team proud by proving himself worthy of the office of a Governor. “ On this occasion, we thank the Governor as the Prince of Ife and as the Chairman of the Imole Leadership team. You make us proud and we are proud of you. Today, Ile Ife and Osun State will not forget your legacy decisions and actions.”, Prof Oladipo noted.
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 Bayo Onanuga, the spokesperson to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has clarified that the recently introduced cybersecurity levy to all banks and financial services is 0.005 per cent, not 0.5 per cent. The Central Bank of Nigeria, in a notice on Monday, ordered all banks to collect and remit cybersecurity levy to the National Security Adviser. The bank stated that the deduction and collection of the cyber security levy is the sequel to the enactment of the 2024 Cybercrime (prohibition, prevention, etc.) However, Onanuga, in a post through his official X handle, clarified that the levy is 0.005 per cent in line with its establishment law. “Cybersecurity levy is not 0.5 per cent but 0.005 per cent”, he wrote. A further analysis of the levy showed that 16 transactions were exempted. Meanwhile, the levy raised alarm over multiple taxes by Tinubu’s administration. DAILY POST recalls that the government also plans to reintroduce the Telecommunications tax and other fiscal measures as part of the requirement for a $750 million loan from the World Bank.
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 Several people have been injured or killed in an attack at a hospital in south-west China, the state news agency Xinhua reported on Tuesday. There were at least 10 victims in the attack, but it was not clear how many were injured or dead. The report did not also provide any information on the identity of the perpetrator. According to Xinhua, the attack happened in the early afternoon at a hospital located in Zhenxiong in the southern Chinese province of Sichuan. There were videos on weibo, China’s social media platform similar to X, showing the arrest of the suspected perpetrator. (NAN).
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 Once more, here we go. Drake seizes the initiative and drops a fresh diss of the same name before Kendrick can drop "The Heart Pt. 6," turning the tables on Kendrick's timing approach. After Kendrick gave a victory lap with "Not Like Us," social media was abuzz and appeared to be about to declare victory for him. However, Drake is back in the fight tonight, despite many people writing him off. Recall: Kendrick Lamar Releases Yet Another Drake Diss Track, ‘Not Like Us’ - Listen below Drake's "Family Matters" diss tune and Kendrick's "Meet the Grahams" 30 minutes later made for perhaps the wildest night in hip-hop history yesterday. There won't be any relief anytime soon.
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 The rapper Megan Thee Stallion, who is renowned for spitting the hardest during her freestyles, has returned with another one. Megan is in her arrogant element with this song, telling listeners right away that it's "real hot girl s**t." If we’re hearing this track correctly, it seems as though she has also sneaked in a few subliminals towards Nicki Minaj. While this isn’t a sure-shot analysis, bars like “Take it out the chat, I ain’t tryna be your penpal / Meanwhile it’s a bitch on the app right now / Gettin’ fucked over, still braggin’ ’bout her body count/“ potentially allude to her infamous feud with Nicki. https://twitter.com/theestallion/status/1787497822910357567That said, the analysis may not be far off the mark; after all, Megan and Nicki have both released diss tracks targeting each other in the past. From Megan going off on ‘Hiss’, to Nicki’s in-questionable-taste clapback on ‘Big Foot’, the dynamic has clearly strained their relations beyond reconciliation anytime soon. Interestingly, this whole thing began with Nicki being the first to send subliminals in Megan’s direction with the track, ‘Seeing Green’, and potentially calling her an alcoholic. Whatever the case, it seems like this is the year of war in rap, and we are here to see how it pans out ultimately for the culture.
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 Deportation from Lagos to Osun: Governor Adeleke Interfaces with Sanwoolu as Lagos Governor Promises Immediate Investigation. Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has interfaced with his Lagos State counterpart over a report of alleged deportation of Osun indigenes from Lagos to Ilesa area of Osun State. Sahara Reporters had on Saturday published a story about several luxury buses dropping hundreds of youth at Ilesa after allegedly rounding them up in several parts of Lagos State. The report was confirmed by an investigation team set up to confirm the veracity of the story by the Osun State Government. The state team reported that eye witness accounts confirmed the dropping of the youths in several luxurious buses by a team suspected to be from Lagos State. The state's report showed that the youths were systematically dropped at Ilesa-Akure Express junction, Breweries; Ilesa - Ibodi - Iginla to Ife Express junction; Osun Ankara Express junction; Imelu Express junction; and Iperindo Express junction. In his interaction with the Lagos State Governor on the incident, Governor Adeleke expressed shock at the development, urging Governor Sanwoolu to look into the matter and put an end to it if the report is true. “I spoke with my brother, Governor Sanwoolu on the matter. He too was surprised and he denied ever authorizing any such action. “Governor Sanwoolu has promised immediate investigation to unravel the facts of the situation. The Lagos team will update us as quickly as possible. “I am subsequently directing our security agencies in Osun to mount surveillance in and around Ilesa to track the deported youths and their destinations. “I will update our people on this development. I urge residents to be calm while the security agencies carry out surveillance”, Governor Adeleke was quoted as saying.
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 ENGINEER Kehinde Raji popularly known as Aaraj confirmed attacks and intimidation of his followers by members of the Peoples Democratic Party, (PDP) in Osun State. The Founder of Aaraj Empowerment Foundation featured in the 4th Edition of Media Parley organized by the Osun Online Publishers Association, OOPA on Saturday, May 4, 2024 in Osogbo, Osun State Capital. According to AARAJ, the four reasons he fell out with Governor Adeleke includes, -”He won’t be a card carrying member of their Party, PDP. – His funds which the former Government failed to release would be paid after winning the election. – Aaraj Constructions Ltd will be patronised to cater for the thousands of followers by creating jobs and financial freedom for them. – His hometown (Osogbo) will be developed infrastructurally and in human capacity.” When asked if he still stands by his position, he said his position has not changed. The Philanthropist said the Osun State Chairman of the PDP went on air chastising his followers on a popular radio station that they should not participate in their meetings with highest level of intimidation across-the-board. In order to prevent breakdown of law and order and to maintain peace in the state, he instructed thousands of his followers to withdraw from every caucus meetings of the party in the state. The Osogbo born Engineer said he is apolitical and that he has no political ambition but his mission is to alleviate the pains and sufferings of the poorest of the poor who have been neglected in the state. He added that his followers belong to different political parties that include frontline parties like the Labour Party, APC, PDP, SDP and others. According to him, his members have not suffered any intimidation from any other political parties except PDP that has been threatening his men with dangerous weapons. Sojworldwide
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 Embattled rapper, Drake, has vowed to give up rapping if anyone can prove he has a secret daughter. Recall that his rival, Kendrick Lamar had alleged in his diss track, ‘Meet The Grahams,’ that Drizzy has an 11-year-old secret daughter. He called the Canadian “deadbeat” for not being present in the life of his “hidden daughter.” Popular American media personality, Akademiks, said Drake debunked the allegations in a conversation with him, vowing to quit music and come work for him if anyone can prove he has a secret daughter. Speaking on his show on Saturday night, Akademiks said: “Drake hit [texted] me, he said, ‘Ak, if you or anybody can prove that I have an 11-year-old daughter, I’ll quit rapping and come work for you.”
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 Yesterday was probably the craziest night in Hip-Hop history with Drake dropping his ‘Family Matters‘ diss track and Kendrick coming right back half an hour later with ‘meet the grahams‘. It’s not calming down anytime soon. Kendrick has dropped yet another Drake diss track. This one is called by ‘Not Like Us’ and is higher in energy. Over the DJ Mustard production, it sounds like a victory lap but is just as scathing. He calls out some of Drake’s crew by name and doubles down on the accusations of him being a paedophile.
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