Is Devolution of Powers the Solution to Nigeri'a Problems? - The Platform

“The Platform” had its May 1, 2021 Edition at The Covenant Place, Iganmu, Lagos, Nigeria with high calibre participations.

Speaking at the one-day event were the Convener, Pastor Poju Oyemade, The Bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Sokoto, Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah, The Director General, Nigreian Institute of International Affairs, Professor Eghosa, Senior Advocate of Nigeria and Former President of the Nigerian Bar Association, Dr. Olisa Agbakoba, Chair of the Editorial Board of Thisday Newspaper, Mr. Segun Adeniyi, Executive Governor of Ekiti State, Kayode Fayemi, Former Minister of Aviation, Chief Osita Chidioka, and the International Legal Scholar and Consultant, Dr. Charles Omole among others.

The Platform Nigeria event is designed to facilitate growth in the areas of personal capacity, productivity and national development within Nigeria.

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Grandmother, 71, who can deadlift 250lbs says she feels better than she did 30 years ago

Got this from Daily Mail with the tag: 'Granny goals!! : SWNS'.  Really, can you beat that?

We know we have issues to deal with as a country in terms of security and Lagos will certainly be leading that conversation because we know how critical this State is to the nation - Sanwo-Olu

At the 34th Synod of the Diocese of Lagos, Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) today, I gave the assurance that our administration will stop at nothing to ensure Lagos remains safe.

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State made the submission in his post via his official social media handle today.

"We know we have issues to deal with as a country in terms of security and Lagos will certainly be leading that conversation because we know how critical this State is to the nation", the message read. "Our state is the melting point for our nation; where anybody can come in with a lot of aspirations and do very well.

Governor Babajide Hosts a Ramadam Tafsir

I hosted a Ramadan Tafsir today attended by political and business leaders such as Chief Bisi Akande, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, Oba Rilwan Akiolu and Aliko Dangote.

Governor Babajide Sanwo=Olu of Lagos State made this known in his post on his official social media handle.

"I thanked the Chief Imam of Lagos, Sheikh Oluwatoyin Abou-Nolla for his inspiring message of unity and peace", the message read.

I celebrate the Nigerian press and our journalists for their roles in the development of our society - Sanwo-Olu

From the Facebook desk of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State on the celebration of the 'World Press Freedom Day':

On the occasion of ‘World Press Freedom Day’ Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State urges media practitioners to uphold the ethics of the journalism profession and leverage on the power of the Freedom of Information

From the Facebook Desk of Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State:

Those out to bring the state down must be prepared to be brought down as well - Uzodimma

At today's church service held at the Victory Chapel, Imo State Government House, Owerri, I had the opportunity to address some issues pertinent to the safety of our lives and properties as Imolites amidst the prevailing insecurity.

Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State made the submission on via a post on his official social media handle yesterday.

"I disclosed that security agencies have identified those behind the recent disturbances in the state", the post read. "In the next few days, their identities would be unveiled alongside their actions so that they can face justice squarely.

Full Broadcast (Text ) of Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State On The Occasion Of May Day Celebration In Owerri On May 1, 2021

BROADCAST BY GOVERNOR HOPE UZODIMMA OF IMO STATE ON THE OCCASION OF THE CELEBRATION OF MAY DAY, IN OWERRI, ON MAY 1, 2021

Today is a great day for workers all over the globe. May 1st, otherwise known as May Day is traditionally reserved World over to celebrate workers. To celebrate the noble sacrifices workers have made to ensure better working conditions for all workers. Some of them paid with their lives just to secure a better tomorrow for the working class.

On this auspicious occasion of May Day celebration therefore I salute workers all over the country, particularly Imo State workers, for their understanding in the face of the Coronavirus which threatened the welfare of workers. To Imo State workers I say thank you for your patience, for your cooperation and patriotism, in the face of the numerous challenges that assailed us on assumption of office.

Apart from the fact that the dreaded Covid 19 pandemic welcomed us in office, we in addition inherited an empty treasury. The situation was not made any better by the fact that there was no handover note to navigate our take-off as government.

Notwithstanding these daunting challenges, we did not just hit the ground running but did so with uncommon courage and innovation which has changed our dear state for the better. Prominent in this regard is the complete digitalization of the fiscal operations of the state which has greatly reduced corruption in the public sector. Behind this revolutionary automation exercise is a data centre that is ranked the best in the country.

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Angry Lawmakers Lament Worsening Security Situation

So much events and happenings on the news in the last few days. So much more below:

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“First, is a laid back citizenry. I think we need a citizenry that would consistently and irreverently hold the feet of those in office to fire. Second, the civil service. If we can transform and bring committed professionals back to the civil service, they will be in the position to assist those in politics to deliver on what they have promised the people. Third, are the politicians and their capacity to deliver”

… Gov. Kayode Fayemi of Ekiti State, on the May 1^st 2021 Edition of “The Platform”, responding to the question “What do you think are the three biggest challenges the country is facing now and how do you think we can solve them?”

It is a great injustice to the people of the Niger Delta region for the Federal Government to continue to run the NDDC without a constituted board — as the current sole administratorship is not recognized by the establishing law - Okowa

As we work to continue to develop the states of the South-South geopolitical region, yesterday, I was delighted to welcome my dear friend and brother, Gov. Udom Emmanuel, for the inauguration of roads, bridges, and schools in Agbarho and Oleh.

Governor Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta State dropped this message on his post yesterday via his official social media handle.

In the message the governor stated further that "During the visit, we spoke extensively about the need for President Muhammadu Buhari to reconstitute the board of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) without further delay.

"This is because, it is a great injustice to the people of the Niger Delta region for the Federal Government to continue to run the NDDC without a constituted board — as the current sole administratorship is not recognized by the establishing law.

Education occupies a prominent place in the Six-Pillar Development Agenda - Sanwo-Olu

It is exciting for us and for Lagos State University as the school commences a  partnership with Cornell University, an Ivy League school in New York.

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State dropped the message on his social media handle stating that "The LASU collaboration with Cornell University reflects our commitment to the provision of quality and sustainable education that meets the educational needs of the citizenry.