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LASG brings down over 50 illegal buildings in Lekki, Agungi area
By Kayode Sanni-Arewa
Lagos State Taskforce in a sting operation in the early hours of Friday, demolished over 50 illegal buildings comprising shanties, makeshifts along Agungi Ajiran Road, Lekki area of the state.
Speaking at the scene of the operation, the Chairman of the agency, Chief Superintendent of Police, CSP, Adetayo Akerele, stated that it was part of measures to restore sanity and decorum across various parts of the metropolis in line with the THEMES PLUS Agenda of the present State government.
Akerele explained that the occupants of all illegal structures in the area were earlier served eviction notices two weeks ago but were adamant to vacate the area.
According to him, over the years, residents have raised complaints about the increasing illegal activities within the shanties, which contributed to environmental degradation, posing security risk, and disruption of peace of the neighbourhood.
“Despite several notices served to the occupants, they still remained defiant and refused to vacate the area. We have removed over 50 of illegal structures this morning.”
Akerele stated that the illegal structures not only deface the well planned out residential area but also goes against the physical planning of State Government along Lekki-Epe axis.
“Their continued presence here has become a serious cause for concern that’s why our efforts demonstrate the State Government’s commitment to ensuring residential areas remain safe and habitable,” he stated.
Akere therefore, assured residents that the exercise would continue indefinitely as more shanties scattered along other parts of Lekki axis have been served removal notices. He appealed to the occupants to vacate the shanties and pull down any form of illegal structures in those area or risk having them forcefully demolished by the agency.
“I admonish residents to report suspicious activities to the agency though our feedback channels to enable us put a stop to these irregularities that have been spread overtime. If you see something, say something,” he said.
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Tight security in Benin as Edo governorship election draws near
By Ojomah Austin.
A large number of officers from the Nigeria Police Force, the Nigerian Army, and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) have been mobilized across the city, causing traffic congestion in several areas.
Security personnel were spotted at the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) office in Benin, securing strategic locations, with some awaiting further deployment to other parts of the state.
This follows the recent deployment of 35,000 police officers to maintain law and order during the elections, With less than 48 hours to the Edo State governorship election.
The NSCDC also deployed 6,433 officers, while the Defence Headquarters has stationed soldiers to ensure a safe environment for voters.
In addition, authorities have implemented a “show of force” with security agents patrolling key areas.
In anticipation of the election, the Edo State Government declared Friday a work-free day to allow voters to travel to their polling units.
Meanwhile, the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) held a prayer session in Benin, calling for peace and the election of a credible leader who will govern with integrity.
INEC has also commenced the distribution of sensitive electoral materials to all 18 local government areas, ensuring readiness for Saturday’s vote.
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New video of Zinoleesky gets tongues wagging
……“E remain small make breeze blow am away”
By Ojomah Austin.
Nigerian singer, Zinoleesky stirs a buzz online due to a recent video of him circulating on social media.
In the video, Zinoleesky dons a white shirt alongside black trousers as he brags about being worthy to be used as a Valentine’s gift.
Reacting to the video, netizens commented on his skinny appearance.
Famous musician, Oniyide Azeez, better known as Zinoleesky trends online due to a new clip serving the rounds on social media.
In the video, the ‘Element’ hitmaker is spotted wearing a white shirt and a stylish black trouser. While being filmed, Zinoleesky bragged mightily about his looks.
He reiterated that he could be used as a Valentine’s gift to any girl.
The video generated a buzz online with a large number of netizens commenting on his thin body shape. Some swiftly leveraged it to make fun of the artiste.
One @janicekate_x wrote: “E remain small make breeze blow am away 😂.”
soromotoochukwu wrote: “I like how music can take you to another place. For example, this restaurant is playing Zinoleesky so now I’m going to a different restaurant.”
dave.dexter27 wrote: “Make breeze sha no blow as we wan deliver the valentine gift😂😂😂.”
oluwatamilore_xx wrote: “Bro,drank all the whole slimming tea and nothing is left to slim down.”
isco_west_whil wrote: “Chaii dem don set this Guy up for dragging again😂😂.”
scheargoon wrote: “Try put stone for your pocket guy”
bouncequotes wrote: “My boy 😂😂😂😂 slim daddy for dem girls.”
just_eniola_olayemisi wrote: “No be your fault zino, u no just get choice that to continue to dey craze 🥺 I feel for u my bro.”
zaza_mula112 wrote: “Zino Dey enjoy, while seyi vibe Dey cry under record label 😂😂.”
jamesmike7837 wrote: “See person be like broom stick😂.”
sheis_shuga wrote: “Who Dey decive you werey 😢😢see as u slim like who get HIV 😢😔🙄🥺Dooh.”
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