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Glitz And Glamour As ABAT Inaugurates Foot Soldiers

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3 years ago

January 28, 2022

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The Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu (ABAT) Movement has officially inaugurated its Working Committees ahead of the forthcoming 2023 general elections.

The colorful celebration which was held at the Haven Event Center, Ikeja GRA was well attended by APC leaders across the State’s 57 local councils across the state.

The ABAT Movement was conceived and set up by members of the Governor’s Advisory Council (GAC) in Lagos, the highest political organ in the state, for the actualization of the presidential ambition of the former Lagos Governor.

Speaking at the event, the Movement’s Director-General, Hon. Oyinlomo Danmole said ABAT structure was different from other support groups set up across the country for the actualization of Tinubu’s presidential ambition.

Danmole while reeling out the group organs and structures, said that all cluster groups within the Lagos APC have representation in the movement, with the inclusion of every locality in the State.

He said that a seven-man committee had been set up in each of the 57 local councils in Lagos, with each committee headed by coordinators.

He said that at the ward level, the movement maintained similar committee structure of seven persons across the 377 wards.

He added that registration to be part of the ward committee would be made open to Lagosians in the coming days.

Speaking at the inauguration, the Executive Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu described the National Leader of the All Progressives Congress, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu as the best candidate to effectively manage human and material resources for visible progress of the country.

According to him,”Nigeria is the most populous black nation in the world and the responsibility that comes with that is enormous. No doubt that the destiny of the entire black race is tied to the greatness of Nigeria. If our country must be great, we have the responsibility to choose the leadership that will bring about true transformation across every facet of our national life. Who is that rallying figure that should lead us in this journey?

“The answer is deeply connected to our mission and purpose here today. That person must be a detribalised Nigerian and a bridge builder, who has been tested and trusted. A thinker who must sustain the legacy our current president is leaving behind. That person is the reason we are inaugurating this Movement for the actualisation of his presidential ambition. That person is our great leader, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu,” he said.

ABAT Movement’s chairman, Cardinal James Odumbaku, said the forthcoming general election presented another opportunity for Nigerians to make the right choice to keep the country on the path of development.

He warned that the electorate must get it right by electing a tested and credible leader to steer the leadership of the country.

He stressed that the movement believed Asiwjau Bola Tinubu remains the right man for the top seat.

An APC chieftain and member of the Governor’s Advisory Committee, Prince Tajudeen Olusi described Tinubu as “a genius” in statecraft, adding that the APC National Leader is a salable article in the political market.

According to him, ”We have to be prepared and determined, because the contest would be a battle of might and strength.”

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Coalition of Ikeja Youths To Sahara Reporters: Your Allegations Against Faleke Not True

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7 days ago

September 12, 2024

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The Coalition of Ikeja Youths (CIY), a Lagos-based youth organisation has reacted to the recent publication by Sahara Reporters, an online medium accusing Honourable James Abiodun Faleke using a Kaduna College as front for buying SUVs for traditional rulers.

The organisation in a statement signed by its Chairman, Olorunsogo Adeniyi; and Secretary, Blessing Chukwu, described the report as not true, urging the media organisation to do a proper fact-check on the matter. It even invited the media organisation to come to Ikeja on fact-finding trip.

According to the group, Faleke has been upright in all his dealings and follow due process in his constituency projects and empowerment programmes.

The group noted that as a lawmaker, Faleke has not been involved in awarding of contracts for his constituency projects. “His only job is to select projects that will benefit his constituents. Contract award is the duty of the Ministry, Department and Agency (MDA) under which the project is domiciled. And the process of the contract award passes through the procurement process as laid down by the Procurement Act. Our representative is not involved in all these,” CIY explained.

Thus, the group explained further, all constituency projects of Faleke were budgeted for including purchase of vehicles for traditional rulers and community leaders which is also another form of empowerment for them.

“Don’t forget that the traditional rulers and the community leaders the vehicles were purchased for are also constituents of the lawmaker. There was nothing to hide or fishy in the purchase and distribution of the vehicles. They were publicly presented to the beneficiaries,” the group said.

The group was emphatic that Faleke has and continues to be a worthy representative of Ikeja people in the Green Chamber.

“We made bold to state here that Faleke has been and is still representing the good people of Ikeja Federal Constituency very well in the Green Chamber.

“We’re happy that this man has not only succeeded in taking hundreds of jobless youths off the streets, he has also succeeded in making successful entrepreneurs out of them through his various empowerment programmes which have been done through his various constituency projects”, the group said.

“Faleke has distributed over 400 mini-buses to youths and women as part of his constituency projects. He has also distributed hundreds of tricycles, countless number of deep freezers, grinding machine, sewing machines and pop-corn making machines to his constituents.

“Apart from all these, Honourable Faleke has facilitated the construction of over 37 roads in various communities and areas in the constituency and we made bold to say that he has become a reference point in quality, effective, positive, efficient and progressive representation not only in Lagos but in the entire federation of Nigeria.

“We want to invite Sahara Reporters to come to Ikeja Federal Constituency and see the number of caterers, fish farmers and small scale traders that are now fully engaged as a result of Faleke’s various constituency projects. We want the media organisation to send its crew to come and talk to various police divisions in the constituency and see how Faleke has enhanced their operations through vehicle and other security items.

“What about the various school interventions: construction and rehabilitation of school buildings, provision reading and writing materials for teachers and students as well as provision of laptops to students,” the group said.

The group also highlighted Faleke’s road construction and rehabilitation interventions, his light-up Ikeja programme which have seen virtually all the streets in the constituency enjoying street lights as part of the reasons his constituents love him and will always support him.

“It will be hypocritical to blame him if few of these street lights are not working which may be due to mechanical fault or whatever,” CIY noted.

CIY concluded that rather than maligning Faleke, he deserves the commendations of all for his various interventions in Ikeja Federal Constituency which have positively and progressively impacted on his constituents.

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Sen. Gbenga Daniel’s Federal College of Aviation Technology Bill Scheduled for Public Hearing

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3 months ago

July 4, 2024

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A public hearing has been scheduled for the proposed bill regarding establishing the Federal College of Aviation Technology in Ilara Remo, Ogun State.

This bill, titled the Federal College of Aviation Technology, Ilara Remo, Ogun State (Establishment) Bill 2024 (58.52), has been proposed by His Excellency Senator Otunba Engr Gbenga Daniel, FNSE, FAEng.

All stakeholders and members of the general public are invited to attend this important event. The hearing will provide an opportunity for discussion and input on the proposed bill, which aims to establish a specialized institution for aviation technology in Ogun State.

The Special Guest of Honor for the public hearing is the Senate President, His Excellency Senator Godswill Akpabio, OON.

Date: Thursday, 11th July 2024

Time: 12:00 noon

Venue: Conference Room 231, New Senate Building, National Assembly, Abuja

All interested parties are encouraged to participate and contribute to the discussion on this important legislative proposal.

All stakeholders and members of the general public are invited to attend this important event.

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Otunba Gbenga Daniel Under Periscope

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3 months ago

June 27, 2024

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Reminiscent of historical figures, Otunba Gbenga Daniel, in just one year since his inauguration as Senator representing Ogun East in the Red Chambers, is proving once again to be both disruptive and futuristic in his legislative approach, echoing his unmatched achievements as a one-time governor of Ogun State, writes Seunmnuel Faleye.

Evoking a similarity to the legendary American lawmaker, Senator Robert C. Byrd, whose tenure in the U.S. Senate spanned over half a century and who was known for his relentless pursuit of infrastructure development in West Virginia, Daniel’s actions are a testament to how a determined legislator can transform the socio-economic landscape of their constituency. In Nigeria, a similar narrative is unfolding with Senator Gbenga Daniel, who is forging a new path with his visionary and strategic representation. Within his first year in the Senate, Daniel has spearheaded the establishment of the Federal College of Aviation Technology in Ilara Remo and the Naval Base in Abigi, Ogun Waterside – both unprecedented federal institutions in the region. These initiatives are poised to be game-changers, infusing new dynamics into Nigeria’s aviation industry and maritime security.

During a recent dialogue with journalists at the Iwe Iroyin secretariat, Senator Daniel gave a detailed account of his legislative achievements, emphasizing the dearth of federal institutions in Ogun East. The expanse from Idi Ayunre, the boundary of Ogun State with Ibadan in Oyo State, through Oru, Ijebu Igbo, Ijebu Ode, Ogun Waterside, Ijebu East, Ijebu North East, Odogbolu, Ikenne, Remo North, to Sagamu has long been devoid of federal presence. Senator Daniel’s interventions are not just filling this gap but setting a new standard for impactful representation.

As Governor of Ogun State from 2003 to 2011, Senator Daniel left an indelible mark on the region’s educational and industrial scene. He founded the Tai Solarin University of Education (TASUED), the Gateway Polytechnic in Saapade, Abraham Adesanya Polytechnic in Ijebu Igbo, and the Gateway Industrial and Petro-Gas Institute (GIPI) in Oni, Ogun Waterside. Additionally, he relocated the Olabisi Onabanjo University to its permanent site in Ago Iwoye, moved the Tai Solarin College of Education to Omu in Odogbolu, and established the Olabisi Onabanjo University Teaching Hospital (OSUTH) in Sagamu. These institutions, still standing today, underscore his commitment to equitable development.

In his senatorial role, Daniel has further elevated his legacy by attracting significant federal investments to Ogun East. The Bill for the establishment of the Federal College of Aviation Technology in Ilara Remo has successfully passed its second reading in the Senate, with a public hearing scheduled for July 8, 2024. This institution is set to be a cornerstone of Nigeria’s aviation sector, addressing the critical need for specialized training. It promises to produce a new generation of skilled aviation professionals, thereby enhancing the country’s aerospace capabilities and positioning Nigeria as a significant player in the global aviation industry.

Similarly, the establishment of a Naval Base in Abigi, Ogun Waterside, represents a strategic initiative to bolster maritime security. With a two-billion-naira (N2b) allocation in the 2024 Budget, this naval base will enhance national security, create employment opportunities, and stimulate economic growth in the Ijebu area. It will also play a crucial role in securing Nigeria’s waterways, combating maritime crimes, and ensuring the safe and efficient movement of goods along the nation’s critical waterways.

Senator Daniel’s legislative approach reflects a profound understanding of the socio-economic needs and developmental aspirations of his constituency. His initiatives are not merely reactive measures but part of a broader, futuristic vision aimed at transforming Ogun East into a hub of educational excellence and maritime security. By leveraging his political acumen, visionary leadership, and long-standing experience as a boardroom honcho and Chairman, Kresta Laurel Limited, Daniel is orchestrating a new dynamic in strategic representation, ensuring that Ogun East reaps the benefits of federal presence and investment.

List of bills presented by Senator Gbenga Daniel and their current status:

South West Development Commission Bill

Status: 2nd Reading on the 21st of February 2024

Federal College of Aviation Technology, Ilara Remo

Status: 2nd Reading was taken on the 15th of November, 2023

Terminal Illness Trust Fund Bill

Status: 1st Reading on the 2nd of November, 2023

Media Practitioners Registration Council of Nigeria Bill

Status: 1st Reading on the 27th of February, 2024

Border Communities Development Agency (Amendment) Bill

Status: 1st Reading on the 4th of June, 2024

National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure Act (Amendment) Bill

Status: 1st Reading on the 4th of June, 2024

Hospices (Establishment) Bill

Status: Not specified

Constitution Of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (Birth-Right Citizenship) Bill

Status: Not specified

Constitution Of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (Sovereign Investment Authority and the Sovereign Wealth Fund) Bill

Status: Not specified

Border Communities Development Agency (Amendment) Bill

Status: 1st Reading on the 4th of June, 2024

FCT, Destruction of Mosquitoes and Other Disease-Bearing Insects Bill

Status: Not specified

Finally, Senator Gbenga Daniel’s tenure in the Senate has been marked by a proactive and transformative approach to legislation. His initiatives, including the establishment of the Federal College of Aviation Technology and the Naval Base, underscore his commitment to elevating Ogun East to new heights of development. As these projects come to fruition, they will stand as enduring testaments to his visionary leadership and unwavering dedication to his constituents. Like Senator Byrd’s legacy in West Virginia, Daniel’s work in Ogun East is set to leave a lasting impact, driving the region towards a future of prosperity and security.

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