Ministerial Appointment: Omoluabi Team Alliance Socio-Cultural And Political Group congratulates Ademola Adegoroye.

Ministerial Appointment: Omoluabi Team Alliance Socio-Cultural And Political Group congratulates Ademola Adegoroye.

The Omoluabi Team Alliance Socio-Cultural And Political Group, has felicitated with Prince Ademola Adegoroye on his appointment as Substantive Minister of State for Transportation by President Muhammudu Buhari.

In a statement issued by Comr. Olamide Akinwumi, the group Media Publicity Secretary described the Ondo state politician “as a fine gentleman who is eminently qualified to serve as a minister.

“Prince Demola has indeed paid his dues as a leader of men and responsible politician and he’s undoubtedly qualified for higher office as he has been pencilled down for.”

                Prince Ademola Adegoroye

The Group National Convener, Omoluabi Jayeola expressed optimism that Adegoroye will perform well at the national level as a federal minister.

He said, "President Buhari's preferment of the Akure born Prince is as a result of his all time commitment to the progressives camp right from his days as the State's governorship aspirant on the platform of the defunct Action Congress (AC) which metamorphosed into the present day All Progressive Congress(APC)."

Omoluabi Jayeola on behalf of the Omoluabi Team Alliance Socio- cultural Group admonishes the new minister of the Federal Republic to use his office to usher in unprecedented development to Akure axis and Ondo State by extension as well as  impact positively the lives of our  youths.

He further stressed that Hon. Adegoroye should be proactive and lobby for whatever privileges the state deserves from the Federal Government as at when due so that such opportunities are not thrown into the bin.

Omoluabi Team Alliance Socio- cultural and Political Group Celebrates Akure Monarch, Deji of Akure Kingdom as he marks Seventh Year Coronation Anniversary.

Omoluabi Team Alliance Socio- cultural and Political Group Celebrates Akure Monarch, Deji of Akure Kingdom as he marks Seventh Year Coronation Anniversary.

The Omoluabi Team Alliance Socio-Cultural And Political Group, has congratulated the Deji and the Paramount Ruler of Akure Kingdom, Oba (Dr.) Aladetoyinbo Ogunlade Aladelusi, Odundun II, on his Seventh coronation anniversary. 

The Group through her National Convener,  Omoluabi Jayeola Afolabi said the foremost traditional ruler has been making very significant impact in the development of Akure kingdom, Ondo State in particular and by extension Nigeria in general since his ascension to the throne of his forefathers.

The Omoluabi Team Alliance Socio-Cultural And Political Group, in a statement issued by his media publicity, Comr. Olamide Akinwumi, hailed the Deji of Akure for using his position to promote peace among various ethnic nationals in Akure, and Ondo State as a whole and as well as  working with relevant stakeholders and institutions to advance the socio-economic development of the people. 

The group admonish the handsome looking monarch to continually encourage residents and indigenes of Akure to always imbibe and display  the attributes of an Omoluabi at all times.

The Deji and the Paramount Ruler of Akure Kingdom, Oba (Dr.) Aladetoyinbo Ogunlade Aladelusi, Odundun II.

Omoluabi Jayeola, the National Convener of the group who described the Deji of Akure as a "peace ambassador " and a "bridge builder ", said the Royal father has always lent his voice to the unity of the Nigerian federation. 

He said, "the Deji of Akure has used his God-given wisdom, diplomacy, tact and humility to contribute to the peaceful resolution of some knotty issues in the state capital, Akure.

"He added that God should grant the Deji of Akure long life, good health and a peaceful and purposeful reign to continue to contribute meaningfully to national development, unity and harmony in the country".

E-SIGNED;

NATIONAL CONVENER, OMOLUABI JAYEOLA AFOLABI.

DIRECTOR OF MEDIA AND PUBLICITY SECRETARY, COMR. OLAMIDE AKINWUMI

HON. DAYO ISREAL MEETS WITH MINISTER OF LABOUR.

HON. DAYO ISREAL MEETS WITH MINISTER OF LABOUR. 

….delibrates on the end of ASUU lingering strike

L- Hon. Minister of Labour and Employment Dr. Chris Ngige with R- Hon. Dayo Isreal

This Afternoon, the National Youth Leader, Hon. Dayo Isreal and delegates of the Youth Leadership of the party paid the Hon. Minister of Labour and Employment Dr. Chris Ngige a courtesy visit at his Abuja's residence, to discuss the way forward in putting an end to the lingering strike Action of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU).

This is coming after a resolution made by the APC youth leaders and stakeholders on Friday to find a lasting solution between the Government and the Academic Union. Earlier today, the National Youth Leader, discussed at length with the President of ASUU, Prof. Osodeke Emmanuel and NANS President who both highlight their positions and expectations from the Government. This was important in finding amicable grounds ahead his further consultations with officials of the government.

"I also spoke to the Chairman of the Wage, Income and Salaries Commission through the Ministers Phone. I can inform Nigerians that a counter offer to ASUU has been put together by the Federal Government and will be presented to President Buhari this week."

"Our consultations will continue and we call on all stakeholders to find a middle ground and ensure our youths go back to school this month." said the National Youth Leader after the meeting with the Honorable minister. 

Group Photograph with Hon. Minister of Labour and Employment Dr. Chris Ngige and team led by Hon. Dayo Isreal 

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BRIEF HISTORY OF SURULERE, LAGOS STATE.

BRIEF HISTORY OF SURULERE, LAGOS STATE. 
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SURULERE is a Yorùbá word meaning “Patience is profitable/rewarding“ It is a Local Government Area in Lagos State located on the Mainland. According to the 2006 national population census, there were 503,975 inhabitants, with a population density of 21,864 inhabitants per square kilometer.

During the rapid urbanization of Lagos, the city expanded to the west of its lagoon, which included present-day Surulere. Families from different regions of the country have historically settled in Surulere. In addition to the local settlers of Lagos, during the nineteenth century, various emancipated African Brazilians and Cubans, who were referred to as Aguda or Saros, settled in Surulere.

Nigerians from the Northern region initially ended at Idi-Araba, while many people from the eastern part were in various quarters but predominantly at Obele, Ikate, and Aguda areas. Residents of Lagos Island who bought or leased land from the government and Aworis settled in New Lagos. In contrast, others lived in the neighborhoods of Itire, Lawanson, Ojuelegba, Animashaun, and Shitta. The New Lagos neighborhood, also known as the Surulere Re-Housing Estate, is among the first public housing projects in Nigeria. Itire, one of the quarters in Surulere has a recognized traditional authority in the Onitire of Itire.

Interesting Facts About Surulere In Lagos:
Surulere can called be called the sports city of Lagos of the presence of two international sport venues

* The National Stadium and Teslim Balogun stadia are located in Surulere.

*Surulere is also home to the popular bus station, Ojuelegba.

* Adeniran Ogunsanya, is a famous street in Surulere and with some of the most expensive shopping centers and boutiques you can find in Lagos.

* For many years, the Nigerian Football Association Headquarters was located in Ogunlana Drive Surulere.

The National Stadium with the capacity of 60,000 was built in 1972 for the All-Africa Games. The stadium has been allowed to become increasingly dilapidated since 2002 but was renovated in preparation for the 2009 Under 17 FIFA World

* Adeniran Shopping Center was hope to such famous stores as UTC, Leventis,and Kingsway Stores

* Surulere is famous for its streets: Adeniran Ogunsanya, Adelabu, Ogunlana Drive, Bode-Thomas and Eric Moore.

* The former governor of Lagos State Babatunde Fashola grew up in Sururlere and had his early childhood there where he attended Eric Moore College.

* Surulere is also popular for its many suburbs like Itire and Aguda and Ojuelegba which has inspired themes in popular culture. Fela Anikulapo Kuti used the chaotic bus station to depict the theme of poor governance in Nigeria. It also recently was the title of a recent track by the pop star Wiz Kid.

 
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Just In: APC begins students’ registration, revalidation

Just In: APC begins students’ registration, revalidation.

APC National Special Task Force on Revalidation and Registration of APC Youth led and Youth focused support groups.

The initiative idea which comes directly from the office of the party (APC) National Youth Leader, Hon. Dayo Israel with the aimed of lifting the party and to takes the party gospel to youths at grassroots. 

HISTORY OF POPULATION CENSUS IN NIGERIA

HISTORY OF POPULATION CENSUS IN NIGERIA

Nigeria has a long history of census takings spanning over a century. The first census was conducted in 1866 and this was followed by Censuses of 1871, 1881, 1891 and 1901. However, all these earlier censuses were restricted to Lagos Colony and its environs. The 1871 census marked the beginning of decennial census taking in Nigeria in line with the British decennial tradition.

Following the amalgamation of the Lagos Colony and the Southern Protectorate in 1906, the 1911 census extended to some parts of the Southern Protectorate. It was marred by incomplete enumeration because some parts of the South had not recognized the legitimacy of the Colonial Government.

The amalgamation of the Southern and Northern protectorates in 1914 by Lord Lugard provided the impetus for population census that had wider coverage. Like in other censuses, the results of 1921 census were population estimates based on tax records as the aged, infants and tax evaders were excluded. Similarly, in the then Northern region, during the period mentioned above, the census result was based on population estimates from existing records or vital statistics.

The tax riots in Calabar and Owerri provinces in the then Eastern region prevented enumeration in the major towns of these areas in 1931 while the locust invasion resulted in the diversion of some census staff to anti – locust duties in some parts of the Northern provinces.

The outbreak of the Second World War disrupted the conduct of decennial censuses and as such no population census was conducted in 1941.

The 1952/1953 Population Census was regarded as the first modern, national and carefully planned census in Nigeria. The principle of simultaneity was not complied with as the census enumeration was staggered. The census of Northern Nigeria was conducted between May and July, 1952 while that of West and Mid-West were conducted in December 1952 and January 1953 respectively. Census in the East was conducted from May to August, 1953. This enumeration strategy made the comparability of data between one region and another difficult. Furthermore, the disruption of the Second World War made people suspicious of the intention of the exercise and therefore many people did not submit themselves for enumeration. This meant that the exercise was characterized by gross under enumeration.

The 1962 population census covered the whole country and was undertaken simultaneously during the month of May. Although the census was given adequate publicity, the results were not acceptable to the regions on grounds of high politicization.

The refusal of the government to accept population census of 1962 prompted the 1963 population census which critics claimed were arrived at by negotiation rather than enumeration. The result was contested at the Supreme Court which ruled that it lacked jurisdiction over the administrative functions of the Federal Government.

The 1973 Census conducted between November 25 and December 2 was not published on the ground of deliberate falsification of the census figures for political and /or ethnic advantages.

The 1991 Census was conducted under Decree 23 of 1989 which set up the National Population Commission. It was conducted all over the country from November 27 to December 2, 1991.This was the most scientific and most acceptable until the 2006 Population and Housing Census. In March 2006, Nigeria, for the first time, conducted a Population and Housing Census. Several stages were involved in the project. For the first time, the use of GPS and Satellite Imagery to carve out Geo-referenced EAs was adopted. Also Machine readable forms (OMR/OCR/ICR) were used to record information from respondents.

However, the worst of it is that Nigeria has not conducted National Population Census since the last one 2006 making it 16years ago.  

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HISTORY OF EGBADO PEOPLE OF OGUN STATE

HISTORY OF EGBADO PEOPLE OF OGUN STATE

The Egbado appear to have migrated - possibly from the Ketu, Ile-Ife, or Oyo - to their current area early in the 18th century.

Egbado towns, most importantly Ilaro, Ayetoro, Afon, Imeko, Ipokia and Igbogila, were established in the 18th century to take advantage of the slave trade routes from the inland Oyo empire to the coast at Porto-Novo.

Other towns were Ilobi and Ijanna, which were strategic in protecting the flanks of the slaving routes. The Egbados' were subject to the rule of the Oyo kingdom, which managed them via governor Onisare of Ijanna.

The Oyo were unable to deploy their cavalry force to protect the routes, due to tsetse fly and lack of horse-fodder and thus had to rely on the Egbado people to manage the routes.

The historians Akinjogbin, Morton-Williams and Smith all agree that by the early 18th century this route to the coast was heavily engaged in slave trading, and that slaves were the mainstay of the Oyo economy.

The Egbado later achieved a fragile independence after the fall of the Oyo kingdom, but were subject to frequent attacks from other groups such as the slave-raiding Dahomey (who seized, among others, Princess Sara Forbes Bonetta), and various tribes who wished to force open their own slave-trading routes to the sea.

Ilaro and Ijanna towns had been destroyed by the 1830s. By the 1840s the Egbado had come under the control of the adjacent Egba group, who used the Egbado territory to forge routes to Badagry and the port of Lagos.

By the 1860s the Egba abandoned the route because the British were actively using their formidable navy to try to abolish the slave trade. Consequently, the Egba expelled British missionaries and traders from the area in 1867.

After 1890 the Egbado asked for a British protectorate and got a small armed garrison, thus becoming independent of the Egba. The area became part of the British Colony and Protectorate of Nigeria in 1914, as Egbado Division in Abeokuta Province.

The administrative headquarters were later transferred away, after the creation of the new Ogun State subsumed the old Abeokuta Province.

The modern Egbado/Yewa:
In 1995 the Egbado chose to rename themselves the "Yewa", after the name of the Yewa River that passes through the area they inhabit. They are primarily agriculturalists, but there is some artisan and textile processings.

They are located mainly in the areas of: Ado-Odo/Ota, Ipokia, Yewa South, Yewa North, Imeko Afon, and part of Abeokuta North.

There were complaints that the system of patronage and nepotism in Nigerian politics has caused the area to be neglected in terms of investment[citation needed].

The area developed a popular style of music, called Bolojo, in the 1970s. The population level is uncertain, but may be around 400,000.

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