#Mr. Babatunde Fashola

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Nigeria Police Force To Arraign Chike Ibezim For Conspiracy, Criminal Intimidation, Cyberstalking and Cyberbullying

Nigeria Police Force To Arraign Chike Ibezim For Conspiracy, Criminal Intimidation, Cyberstalking and Cyberbullying Following a report from Priory Terrace Solicitors on behalf of Mr. Babatunde Fashola, SAN, CON, against one Nnamdi Emmanuel Ibezim, Police Investigators from the Force Intelligence Bureau carried out intensive investigations into the complaint and discovered that the suspect made a…

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Federal Government Announces Completion Date for Abuja-Zaria-Kano Dual Carriageway

The Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, has confirmed that the Abuja-Kaduna-Zaria-Kano Dual Carriageway is set to be completed in 2026. During an inspection alongside Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr Wale Edun, on Friday, Umahi assured that the government aims to complete 15km per month over the next 24 months to meet the 375.9km project's completion deadline. Umahi disclosed, "Abuja to Kaduna is 165km, out of which 45km has been completed." He highlighted the progress on different sections, mentioning that the Kaduna-Zaria section is finished, leaving only 20km between Zaria and Kano. The Minister commended the palliative work done on the road, emphasizing the government's commitment to funding the project. A signed outstanding certificate of N17 billion and another N33 billion in processing ensure adequate funding. The Abuja-Kaduna-Zaria-Kano Road, crucial for connecting various parts of Nigeria to the North, passes through Abuja, Niger, Kaduna, and Kano States. The government anticipates that the completion of this dual-carriageway will facilitate the movement of agricultural produce, leading to a reduction in food prices, lowering inflation, and stabilizing the economy. The reconstruction of the Abuja-Zaria-Kano dual carriageway was approved in December 2017, with the project commencing in May 2018. Julius Berger holds the contract for the road reconstruction. The government, led by the Babatunde Fashola-led Works Ministry in January 2021, had stated the project's appreciable progress, anticipating completion before the end of the Buhari administration. Minister Umahi, in January 2024, reaffirmed the government's readiness to clear the N1.5 trillion debt owed to contractors of federal highway projects. During his time as the governor of Ebonyi State, Dave Umahi excelled in the development of infrastructure, earning the trust of President Tinubu. As a result, he was appointed as the Nigerian Minister of Works, a position which he has handled with excellence thus far, despite being in office for a short period of time. Read the full article

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Fashola, Ambode Address Retreat For New Lagos State Commissioners (Photos)

Today, Former Governor(s) of Lagos State - Mr. Babatunde Fashola (SAN) @tundefashola and Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode @AkinwunmiAmbode shared their experiences with the new Lagos State Cabinet Members at the ongoing Retreat Programme at the Jubilee Chalets, Epe. They both talked about things that the State Government should be doing differently. Governor @jidesanwoolu thanked them very well for their continued service to Lagos State. https://twitter.com/Mr_JAGs/status/1703149399168241683   Read the full article

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Fashola: I don't need a title to work in Tinubu's administration.

Mr Babatunde Fashola (SAN), former Minister of Works and Housing, says he does not need a title to work in President Bola Tinubu’s administration, which he believes is producing the next generation of leaders. Fashola, Tinubu’s close aide, stated this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Tuesday at the Lagos State University, Ojo. He was in town to give the keynote…

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By • Olalekan Fagbade JUST IN; I Dont need a title to serve in Tinubu's Government- Ex- Governor Raji Fashola Former Minister of Works and Housing, Mr Babatunde Fashola (SAN) says he does not need a title to serve in the President Bola Tinubu-led administration, which in his view, is birthing the next generation of leaders. Fashola, a close aide of Tinubu, said this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) at the Lagos State University, Ojo, on Tuesday. He was at the University to deliver a keynote address at the institution’s fifth research and innovation fair. The former Lagos State Governor, who also served as Tinubu’s Chief of Staff when the President was governor of the state. was responding to a question on his role in the present administration at the federal level and possibility of an appointment. He said, “I do not need a title to serve: the president can only appoint at least one minister, for example, from each state which he has done that. “There are just enough places in parastatals, they are doing that; we are estimated to be 200 million, so there are not enough offices to take everybody. “All of us must play our roles as citizens, and a citizen does not need a title to serve. “The biggest title you need is that of being citizen and play our role; we are also talking about the next generation. ”If some do not move on, where is the place for the next batch?” He said there was the need to bring more outstanding public spirited people to occupy spaces as they evolve. Fashola said he looked forward to a lot more youthful people being part of the administration.(NAN) #IdontneedatitletoserveinTinubusGovernmentsaysFashola

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Gov Jide Sanwo-Olu Celebrates Fashola at 60.

On behalf of my dear wife, Ibijoke, the government, good people of Lagos State as well as leaders and members of the All Progressives Congress (APC), I heartily congratulate one of my predecessors in office, Mr. Babatunde Raji Fashola (SAN) on the occasion of his Diamond Jubilee birthday. Our dear BRF, you are a true icon, brother, friend and a worthy ambassador of Lagos State. Your…

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Money laundering: Court adjourns trial of ex-Lagos AG Shashore to October

Justice Chukwujekwu Aneke of the Federal High Court in Lagos has adjourned the trial of a former Attorney General of Lagos State, Mr Olasupo Shasore, until October 4 for hearing. The defendant was arraigned by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission on October 20, 2022, on four counts of money laundering. He had pleaded not guilty to the charge and was admitted to bail in the sum of N50 million with one surety in like sum. Shasore served as the Attorney General of Lagos State and Commissioner for Justice, during former Gov. Babatunde Fashola’s tenure. At the resumed hearing on Tuesday, Mr. Bala Sanga announced his appearance for the prosecution, while Mr. Olawale Akoni, SAN, announced his appearance for the defendant. Akoni told the court that the matter for the day was the hearing of their application dated and filed Feb. 17. He, however, told the court that there were some developments in the matter, that might affect the hearing of the application. Akoni told the court that recent events showed the possibility of an amicable resolution of the matter, saying that a similar case was also pending before the Lagos High Court Ikeja. In the charge, the former AG was alleged to have made a cash payment of $100,000 to one Olufolakemi Adelore through one Auwalu Habu and Wole Aboderin. He was alleged to have committed the offences on or about November 18, 2014. EFCC also alleged that the defendant made a cash payment of $100,000 to one Ikechukwu Oguine without going through a financial institution. Read the full article

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Wanted too make a parody (of the Addams Family) for a change :D.

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FG pledges to complete Gombe-Biu road

FG pledges to complete Gombe-Biu road

Federal Government on Tuesday assured adequate funding of major federal roads including Gombe-Biu in Borno and other economic viable roads across the country. The Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Works and Housing, Mr Hassan Musa, gave the assurance in Abuja, while addressing the Chairman, House Committee on Appropriations, Rep. Mauktar Betara (APC-Borno) The Chairman was accompanied by…

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President Tinubu Celebrates Babatunde Fashola At 61

President Tinubu Celebrates Babatunde Fashola At 61 President Bola Tinubu warmly congratulates Mr. Babatunde Raji Fashola (SAN), CON, former Governor of Lagos State, in commemoration of his 61st birthday. Mr. Fashola is a highly esteemed lawyer, administrator, author, essayist, and prolific fount of public policy ideation, iteration, and analysis. He has had a brilliant career trajectory – in…

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Federal Government Announces Completion Date for Abuja-Zaria-Kano Dual Carriageway

The Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, has confirmed that the Abuja-Kaduna-Zaria-Kano Dual Carriageway is set to be completed in 2026. During an inspection alongside Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr Wale Edun, on Friday, Umahi assured that the government aims to complete 15km per month over the next 24 months to meet the 375.9km project's completion deadline. Umahi disclosed, "Abuja to Kaduna is 165km, out of which 45km has been completed." He highlighted the progress on different sections, mentioning that the Kaduna-Zaria section is finished, leaving only 20km between Zaria and Kano. The Minister commended the palliative work done on the road, emphasizing the government's commitment to funding the project. A signed outstanding certificate of N17 billion and another N33 billion in processing ensure adequate funding. The Abuja-Kaduna-Zaria-Kano Road, crucial for connecting various parts of Nigeria to the North, passes through Abuja, Niger, Kaduna, and Kano States. The government anticipates that the completion of this dual-carriageway will facilitate the movement of agricultural produce, leading to a reduction in food prices, lowering inflation, and stabilizing the economy. The reconstruction of the Abuja-Zaria-Kano dual carriageway was approved in December 2017, with the project commencing in May 2018. Julius Berger holds the contract for the road reconstruction. The government, led by the Babatunde Fashola-led Works Ministry in January 2021, had stated the project's appreciable progress, anticipating completion before the end of the Buhari administration. Minister Umahi, in January 2024, reaffirmed the government's readiness to clear the N1.5 trillion debt owed to contractors of federal highway projects. During his time as the governor of Ebonyi State, Dave Umahi excelled in the development of infrastructure, earning the trust of President Tinubu. As a result, he was appointed as the Nigerian Minister of Works, a position which he has handled with excellence thus far, despite being in office for a short period of time. Read the full article

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I Don’t Need Title To Serve In Tinubu’s Administration — Fashola

Former Minister of Works and Housing, Mr Babatunde Fashola (SAN) says he does not need a title to serve in the President Bola Tinubu-led administration, which in his view, is birthing the next generation of leaders. Fashola, a close aide of Tinubu, said this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) at the Lagos State University, Ojo, on Tuesday. He was at the University to deliver a keynote address at the institution’s fifth research and innovation fair. The former Lagos State Governor, who also served as Tinubu’s Chief of Staff when the President was governor of the state. was responding to a question on his role in the present administration at the federal level and possibility of an appointment. He said, “I do not need a title to serve: the president can only appoint at least one minister, for example, from each state which he has done that. “There are just enough places in parastatals, they are doing that; we are estimated to be 200 million, so there are not enough offices to take everybody. “All of us must play our roles as citizens, and a citizen does not need a title to serve. “The biggest title you need is that of being citizen and play our role; we are also talking about the next generation. ”If some do not move on, where is the place for the next batch?” He said there was the need to bring more outstanding public spirited people to occupy spaces as they evolve. Fashola said he looked forward to a lot more youthful people being part of the administration. https://www.vanguardngr.com/2023/09/i-dont-need-title-to-serve-in-tinubus-administration-fashola/amp/ Read the full article

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Fashola yet to leave Abuja since March 22 – aide Mr Hakeem Bello, Special Adviser on Communications to the Minister of Works and Housing, Mr Babatunde Fashola, says the minister has not travelled out of Abuja since March 22.

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By • Olalekan Fagbade Police confirm arrest of publisher’s Brother after petition by former Works Minister THE Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has confirmed the arrest of one Chike Ibezim, an entrepreneur, following a petition by former Minister of Works, Babatunde Fashola. On August 10, Chike was reportedly arrested by some police officers in Abuja, the country’s capital. Fashola was said to have written a petition against the entrepreneur about a report published by Reportera, a news established by Nnamdi Ibezim, the elder brother of Chike. In August, the platform published a report claiming that Fashola was drafting the presidential election tribunal verdict that would be handed to judges to deliver. The former minister denied the claim and petitioned the inspector-general of police over what he described as defamatory report. After Chike was picked up and detained, his brother accused the police of arrest by proxy. But in a statement yesterday, force spokesman, Muyiwa Adejobi, said Chike had a case to answer over alleged “malicious publication, cyber-bullying, and other related offences”. Adejobi said the detention of the entrepreneur was “based on a court order”. He said: “Contrary to speculations, we affirm that Mr. Chike is in lawful custody based on a court order, and his detention is in connection with a prima facie case of malicious publication, cyber-bullying, and other related offences that are still under investigation by the police. “The arrest and detention of individuals are carried out in strict adherence to legal procedures and respect for individual rights. “In this case, a court order was obtained, following a thorough investigation, which established an indictment on Mr Chike, who has given useful information and is assisting the police in the course of their investigation.” #PolicearrestpublishersBrotherafterFashola’spetition

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Fashola, has commended business mogul and Founder of Elizade Motors, Chief Michael Ade Ojo for his contributions toward Nigerian development

Fashola, has commended business mogul and Founder of Elizade Motors, Chief Michael Ade Ojo for his contributions toward Nigerian development

The Minister of Works and Housing, Mr Babatunde Fashola, has commended business mogul and Founder of Elizade Motors, Chief Michael Ade Ojo for his contributions toward the development of the Ilara-Mokin community in Ondo State.

His commendation followed the grand inauguration of the 6-kilometre road network in Ilara-Mokin, Akure, Ondo State, constructed by Chief Ade-Ojo on Nov. 9.

The minister,…

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2nd Niger Bridge opens December 15 — Nigerian Govt.

2nd Niger Bridge opens December 15 — Nigerian Govt.

Federal Controller of Works in Delta, Mr Jimoh Olawale has said that the new Second Niger Bridge will be opened on December 15. Speaking to newsmen on Wednesday, December 7, Olawale said that the bridge would be open for only 30 days. He added that the Minister of Works, Babatunde Fashola, ordered the opening of the bridge, which is at 95 percent completion stage, to ease traffic during the…