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Ogun Workers, Pensioners Happy with Amosun–HOS
By Dipo Olowookere
Head of Service in Ogun State, Mr Abayomi Sobande, has commended the administration of Governor Ibikunle Amosun for prioritising welfare of civil servants in the state.
Mr Sobande gave this commendation in a statement he issued on Wednesday, August 1, 2018, while reacting to a mass-circulating SMS on the occasion of 2018 Civil Service Week from a gubernatorial aspirant claiming awareness about certain public service matters with the promise of future life in abundance.
The HOS said workers in the state were happy with Mr Amosun because he has done much for them, pointing out that the Governor pays workers’ salaries and pensions as at when due.
Mr Sobande, who said “ordinarily, it is most unusual for the Office of the Head of Service (HOS) to join issues with political gladiators,” emphasised that he was reacting to the issue “to set records straight and bring the discourse into proper perspective for the education of the ignorant and as a reminder for the forgetful.”
“In spite of the severe constraints and harsh environment under which the present Administration has to operate, Ogun State still remains the envy of other States in the Federation in terms of payment of salaries and other conditions of Service.
“We, as workers, recognized that there is a short-term sacrifice required of us all, like other citizens, to re-position the State for future greatness. We are gratified that the genuineness of intentions of the present Administration is already yielding fruits – in IGR and so many other indices – and our reward is imminent. We prefer, as wisdom dictates, to maintain the course we have followed these last few years.
“This is safer for Ogun State workers. We cannot forget so soon that the privilege to voice our grievances, if any, and freely express our divergent views was only restored and made possible by the peace-loving and most accommodating disposition of the present regime.
“For the records, our salaries and Pensions are being paid as at when due.
“It is my prayer to all political gladiators to leave the Service out of the political fray. It does not otherwise bode well for the well-being of the Service. Those who truly love the Service should find this earnest prayer modest enough to be honoured.”
By Modupe Gbadeyanka
Lagos Television (LTV 8), Alausa, Ikeja, has a new General Manager, and he is Mr Kayode Oyekanmi, replacing Mrs Sola Kosoko, who was ousted by the Lagos State government.
Mr Oyekanmi was presented with his letter of appointment on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, by the Lagos State Head of Service, Mr Bode Agoro, in a brief ceremony.
The new General Manager of the state-owned broadcast station was tasked with using his vast experience in the media space to take LTV 8 to greater heights.
Mr Agoro expressed confidence in Mr Oyekanmi’s capacity to reposition Lagos Television and wished him a successful and impactful tenure of office.
Prior to his appointment, Mr Oyekanmi served as the Director of Strategy Centre at the Lagos State Ministry of Information and Strategy, a position he has held since 2022.
A seasoned brand communications practitioner, Mr Oyekanmi has over three decades of professional experience spanning both the private and public sectors, with expertise in Advertising, Public Relations, and global export services.
He commenced his public service career as a Public Affairs Practitioner on March 1, 2000, with the Lagos State Ministry of Information and Strategy.
The new LTV boss, a Lagos State indigene from Isale Eko, Lagos Island, has received several awards in recognition of his dedication, hard work, and commitment to the journalism profession.
He holds a Master’s degree in Public Administration (MPA) from the University of Lagos and a Bachelor’s degree in English Language and Education from Lagos State University.
He is an active Member of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) and the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR).
In addition, he is a voracious reader and a passionate lawn tennis player, and currently serves as the Charter President of the Lagos State Ministry of Information Toastmasters Club.
By Modupe Gbadeyanka
A retired Major-General, Mr Adeyinka Famadewa, has been appointed as the Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Homeland Security.
The appointee retired from the military after over three decades, with experience in national security strategy, intelligence fusion, counter-terrorism operations, and international security diplomacy.
His career reflects a rare blend of operational excellence, strategic foresight, and institutional leadership in safeguarding Nigeria’s territorial integrity and national interests, a circular signed by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Mr George Akume, said.
It was disclosed that Mr Famadewa was chosen for the position because of his exceptional record of service, strategic expertise, and outstanding contributions to Nigeria’s national security architecture.
The notice said the appointment underscores the commitment of the administration of Mr Tinubu to strengthening internal security coordination, enhancing intelligence-driven operations, and deepening inter-agency collaboration in addressing emerging security threats across the country.
The President expressed confidence that Mr Famadewa’s appointment will further enhance the government’s efforts toward achieving a safer and more secure Nigeria through improved coordination of homeland security initiatives, intelligence integration, and proactive risk management.
He also urged him to deploy his wealth of experience, professionalism, and strategic insight in advancing national security objectives and supporting the administration’s agenda.
By Aduragbemi Omiyale
In a bid to strengthen its board and support its transformation goals, FCMB Group Plc has appointed the chairman of the board of the Lagos State Employment Trust Fund (LSETF), Mrs Adepeju Adebajo, as an independent non-executive director.
A statement signed by the company secretary, Mrs Olufunmilayo Adelabu, disclosed that the appointment has been approved by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN).
She brings to the board over 30 years of experience across industry, renewable energy, agriculture, finance and consulting. She has worked with teams and clients in sub-Saharan Africa and Europe, helping them grow and multiply impact.
Throughout her career, Mrs Adebajo has led teams through change and growth. She previously worked at Lafarge Africa Plc, and was once the chief executive of Mouka Limited, Lumos Nigeria, UTC Nigeria Plc and an Assistant General Manager at United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc. She is a Transformation Lead at Etex Group (Nigerite and Emenite Limited).
In 2025, she founded Climate Governance Initiative Nigeria, affiliated with the World Economic Forum (WEF) and serves on the World Economic Forum Council on Climate and Nature Governance (2025-2027).
Mrs Adebajo holds a Master’s and a BSc in Chemical Engineering from Imperial College London and an MBA from Harvard Business School.
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