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Lagos students get N1m, land for winning quiz + photos
Two students of Oriwu Junior Model College, Ikorodu, Lagos State, Abdulramon Lemboye of JSS II and Oyindamola Agbede of JSS III have emerged winners of the prestigious Lagos State Junior Secondary School Quiz Competition organised by the Irene Onwuka Peace Foundation.
This was made known in a statement shared by the state government on its website on Wednesday.
According to the statement, the winners received a star prize of N1m and two laptops for their performance.
AK Model Homes and Properties, a donor and supporter of the event, gifted the students with two plots of land in recognition of their academic excellence.
The statement read, “Two students of Oriwu Junior Model College, Ikorodu recently emerged winners of the prestigious Lagos State Junior Secondary School Quiz Competition, organised by the Irene Onwuka Peace Foundation.
“The two winners, Abdulramon Lemboye of JSS II and Oyindamola Agbede of JSS III secured the star prize of N1m and two laptops for their outstanding performance.
“To further celebrate the remarkable achievement of Lemboye and Agbede, a donor and supporter of the event, AK Model Homes and Properties, also graciously gifted the students with two plots of land around the Ibeju-Lekki, Epe axis, in recognition of their academic excellence.
“The two students’ achievement not only underscores the culture of hard work, resilience and dedication established by the Tutor General/Permanent Secretary of Education District II, Mrs Anike Adekanye, but also testifies to her dogged leadership and commitment to leaving a legacy that thrives continually for education development.”
Adekanye, while praising the students, said, “We are incredibly proud of Adbulramon Lemboye and Oyindamola Agbede for their exceptional performance in the Competition. Their achievement is a true inspiration to all the students in Education District II and we are grateful to the Executive Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu led government for giving our students the will to platform through the improvements in the education sector.
“This remarkable milestone testifies to the transformative impact of the T.H.E.M.E.S Plus Agenda of Mr Governor’s administration in using education to transform the lives of young individuals. As our students bask in the glory of their achievement, the entire Education District II community celebrates the success and looks forward to the continued growth and development of education under the able leadership of Mr. Jamiu Tolani Alli-Balogun, the Honourable Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education.”
She also acknowledged the impact of the T.H.E.M.E.S Plus Agenda on education development and expressed gratitude for the donation and support of AK Model Homes and Properties.
Prince Kayode Adewale, a contestant for the vacant Owa-Obokun of Ijesa land throne, has urged the Osun state government and traditional kingmakers to rely on oracles and deities in selecting the next monarch of the ancient town.
Prince Adewale of the Owa Bilaro Oluodo Royal Family, made the call during a press conference in Ilesa, Osun State, on Thursday.
He noted that the Ifa oracle, along with the Obokun and Ogun deities, should be the determining factors in the selection process.
The stool became vacant following the passing of Oba Gabriel Aromolaran, who joined his ancestors on September 11, 2024, after a 42-year reign.
As the contest intensifies, an Osun State High Court, presided over by Justice Adeyinka Aderibigbe, has restrained Governor Ademola Adeleke and others from appointing a new Owa-Obokun from the Haastrup family or any other candidate.
Amid the ongoing legal battles, Prince Adewale reaffirmed his interest in the throne, advocating for adherence to traditional processes to ensure fairness and legitimacy.
He said: “The Owa Obokun stool is not for sale. In Ijesaland when it’s comes to selection of a new King the Ifa, Obokun and Ogun deities will be consulted and the person that has the highest vote from them will emerge as the king.”
Declaring his intention, Adewale said he is committed to standardizing mining practices and implementing robust land reclamation policies.
“Ijeshaland is blessed with abundant natural resources, particularly in gold mining. However, our gold resources must be harnessed responsibly and sustainably. Under my leadership, I will work towards the standardization of gold mining practices, ensuring that this wealth benefits the people of Ijeshaland while preserving our environment for future generations.”
The House of Representatives on Thursday approved the extension of the implementation of the capital component of the 2024 budget from 31 December 2024 to 30 June 2025.
Leader of the House, Hon Julius Ihonvbere, laid the report of the report of the bill seeking the extension as the House dissolved into the Committee of Supply to consider it.
It is titled, “A Bill for an Act to Amend the Appropriation Act, 2024 to extend the implementation of the Capital Component of the Appropriation Act, 2024 from 31 December, 2024 to 30 June, 2025 and for Related Matters (HB.2023)”
Deputy Speaker, Benjamin Kalu, who announced the adjournment of plenary to January 14, 2025, urged members to work hard in their various to ensure that the prompt passage of the 2025 budget upon resumption.
The Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) on Thursday condemned in strong terms the suspension of 18 local government chairmen and councillors in Edo state by the House of Assembly.
Governor Monday Okpebholo had accused the suspended chairmen of disobeying his instructions by allegedly refusing to submit their financial records to the state government.
However, the ALGON’s National Executive Council (NEC) and its Board of Trustees (BoT) on Thursday jointly condemned the decision saying the governor and lawmakers did not give the council chairmen fair hearing to defend themselves.
The association at an emergency meeting in Katsina state, appealed to President Bola Tinubu to intervene, emphasising the need to respect the autonomy and independence of local governments as guaranteed by the nation’s constitution and recent ruling by the Supreme Court.
“ALGON views this suspension as a setback for democracy and abuse of power, particularly since the chairmen were not given a chance to defend themselves.
“This suspension is invalid. It contradicts the Supreme Court’s judgment granting local governments autonomy,” the ALGON National Publicity Secretary, Hamisu Anani, in a statement said.
Anani stated that if the Edo State House of Assembly’s decision was right, it would not have generated criticisms across the length and breadth of the country.
“This suspension is unconstitutional; it is null and void.
“ALGON is hereby urging the Edo State House of Assembly to reverse the decision and respect the rule of law to strengthen democratic governance.
“ALGON also appeals to President Bola Tinubu to intervene and halt this abuse of power,” the statement said.
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