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mikolo80:
I'm sure I will lead better than you.

Have you ever handled any elective or selective position before? Even if you have, I have too and I'll lead better than you even though I'll be more aggressive than Ambode.

I realised most of we Nigerians that criticise the govt's policies on a daily basis wont do better because if I am to engage you on the act and policies of governance, you'll fall short like you have done on this page.

mikolo80:
they haven't finished eko Atlantic they are mentioning smart city. They couldn't even run brt right. Anyway I get it. You've not seen real development so all this distraction is impressing you. Not your fault you're so ignorant and unexposed, I blame your teachers and nollywood

Look at who is calling me ignorant. Yet he doesn't know that Eko atlantic city project is sponsored solely by the private businesses which means the pace of development would only be determined by the private developers who are going to pump in their money.

So because eko atlantic city is yet to be completed, the LASG should stop developmental activities until it is completed?

They couldn't run BRT right? Where you asleep when Ambode revoked the license of some BRT operators for not meeting standards? Or where were you when he purchased and commissioned new BRT buses and lains in Lagos?

It's such a pity someone like you exist in a nation where we look forward to the youths leading us. If your type should lead us tomorrow, then I wonder what kind of government you'll run with this your mindset that is so full of hate and frustration.

mikolo80:
Bros na still sandfill I see o plus beach ball and polo match and uncompleted headquarters
Glacial developmental pace

Those hq's you've seen are the structures coming up. Do you expect such massive structures to be completed within a year?

Are you aware that one of the towers out of the 5 Eko Pearl tower has been sold out? http://www.estateintel.com/residential-tower-on-eko-atlantic-already-sold-out/

And the second of the tower which is nearing completion is already in the market?

I also read that by the end of 2016, the first tower would be opened for commissioning and people to live in.

If you stay in Lagos, find time to visit Eko atlantic city

Here is a thread on NL dedicated to it https://www.nairaland.com/2336794/eko-atlantic-city-update-business Go through the last two pages or all if you've got the time.

mikolo80:
na so so sand filling I see o after how many years

Then you are looking at the wrong place. Check this -> http://www.ekoatlantic.com/media/image-gallery/

mikolo80:
na so dem use mouth building eko Atlantic City

Please google search on Eko Atlantic City Project and update yourself on the progress and avoid exposing your ignorance

Alaafin of Uyo?

That's new

I have been waiting to see this. Also waiting to see the cost of project and timeframe.

Lagos, a mini country.

Eko o ni baje ooo

EbukaLive:
Oga Guvunor. When will you complete the Enyimba Stadium. We don't have a home anymore. Asking as an Enyimba Fan.

Cc ajibel

Bro, the thing taya person. When he had a case in supreme court, he released funds for the development so he can win the support of Aba people who support Enyimba fanatically, but after he won... We heard the stadium would be re-opened before June, it's the close of June now and nothing has changed

I blame the club's management. Now they are losing millions every matchday.

histemple:
Then he should know when to draw the line. Obfuscating your audience with unnecessary grandiloquence is an ineffective communication skill.

Effective communication is one that must be understood by your targeted audience without much stress. The is actually no difference between Soyinka, Chris Okotie and Hon. Patrick.

Targeted audience? I'm curious to know who you think are his targeted audience.

I don't expect Kongi to mellow down on his style of writing to suit anyone else. Writing is a joy and a hobby for him and he writes as he feels.

There is a difference between Soyinka and Obahiagbon. The latter introduces Latin and other foreign words into his speech, Soyinka doesnt.

histemple:
This is one reason people dislike reading Soyinka's books. He likes writing in difficult context and full of unnecessary details.

He only has to tell us that the uncultured attitude of cameramen in occasions is annoying. Simple!

Actually his books are not for everyone. He is naturally a poet unlike Achebe that's why his writeups are full of imageries and metaphors.

One of his works The Interpreters is the most difficult book I have ever read.

Optional2:
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Please sport guys optional1 needs your one vote. Vote optional1 for Miss Nairaland.
Thank you.

Okay. How and where? Thanks

Ambode is going to be a lucky Governor.

So many massive projects would be completed under his tenure.

Eko atlantic city/ Light rail projects/ Lekki FTZ; airport; seaport/ 4th mainland bridge etc.

By the time he is done by 2023, we'd all be asking which successor can fit into his big shoes he is leaving behind

It's all to the benefit of the state and the country at large.

That's why I don't believe those who say if Nigeria breaks up, Lagos revenue would be affected. With more developmental projects, more people would be attracted to the state and in turn increase the state's GDP.

PiccoloBrunelli:
I like the part where they didn't mention how much will be used in the project. Trillions of naira I'm sure. A smart city in a dull country is quite useless if you ask me. Let those in power prioritize properly. However, I cannot deny the fact that Ambode is working. Of the 36 governors...I'll rank him between 1st and 4th.

Did you miss where Ambode said this: He said: ” A smart-city Lagos will be the pride of all Lagosians just as we have smart city Dubai, Smart-City Malta and Smart-City Kochi (India). We are encouraged by the fact we do not, as a government, need to develop at a slow pace, but take full advantage of the digital age and fast track development of Lagos to a real megalopolis that we can all be proud of.”

Let's do away with this mentality and believe that things/ developments can be done simultaneously.

If I should ask you, what should be the priority of the government that they are not or havent thought about doing?

You say a smart city in a dull country, but we are talking about Lagos here where everything is possible and achievable.

I can bet after the photo shoot, he dropped all he had in his hands.

If he was really working, others standing behind in the pic should have joined in.

Truth is Ambode has really performed. He is trying and it's just his first year in office.

Anyone who says he isn't is just a sadist.

Is this supposed to make one laugh?

oluwasegunolade:
Ajibel!! Ajibel!! Wake up

My momma tol' me to always follow ma dreams

Beautiful.
Work being done simultaneously.

Good job BRF

250m

This looks outrageous though except he is considering the carribeans and brazilians of yourba descent

With Buhari returning tomorrow (or has plans changed?), I'm expecting to read #BabaWhileYouWereAway, bla bla..

Malia baby, I miss you

Great move. I wish this conditions can be extended to FAAC


I'm asking for too much

amtaken:
[s]Ambode is a good man even though Tinubu used him to syphon Lagos State accumulated revenue which OBJ's regime owed Lagos State due to his then incessant feud with Tinubu and which was later released by Yar'adua while Ambode was the Accountant General of Lagos State under Fashola.[/s]

All your rants here are inconsequential. Stick to the topic

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Monday said his administration has commenced the process of developing a top class International Convention Centre that would boost trade and investments, just as he reiterated his unwavering commitment to ensuring the ease of doing business in the State.

Governor Ambode, who spoke at the Lagos House, Ikeja when he received a delegation from the Lagos Chambers of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) led by the President, Chief Dr. (Mrs) Nike Akande, disclosed that a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to construct the Convention Centre has already been signed.

Governor Ambode said the Convention Centre, which would be constructed in the Victoria Island area of the State on 30, 000 square meters space, upon completion, would be of international standard and it would compete favorably with best convention and exhibition centres across the world.

While emphasizing the importance of organizations such as LCCI in growing the economy, Governor Ambode commended the leadership of the organization for partnering with the State to develop the economy, especially ensuring businesses and investments continue to thrive.

He added that the LCCI remained a veritable instrument to reach out to investors and the private sector, assuring that his government would continue to partner with the organization in the best interest of the people.

He said: “We will continue to be partners in progress and I believe strongly in improving on the ease of doing business and like we have always tried to reiterate, our administration is actually built on a tripod. First is security and we believe that if we are able to secure the lives and property of our people, we will create an atmosphere that will actually create job opportunities, which will allow investors to come in including local investors.

“By so doing, we are creating jobs for our people and in creating that template and that platform, we believe strongly that our revenue will grow and in growing the revenue, we will now use it to provide infrastructure for our people and that is the platform upon which this administration is built,” Governor Ambode said.

He also said his administration is unequivocally committed to give good governance and accountability to the people, as well as allow a better platform for the private sector and businesses to thrive.

Earlier, Akande said her delegation was at the Lagos House on a courtesy visit to the Governor as part of activities to further improve on the relationship which had always existed between the State Government and the LCCI.

She commended Governor Ambode for his numerous achievements just within one year in office, saying the State was witnessing a gradual but steady rebranding for better under the Governor.

Akande, a two-term Minister of the Federal Republic, alluded to the massive donation of equipment to security agencies, the numerous road construction and rehabilitation across the State, effective traffic and environmental management, power sector development, Light Up Lagos Project, creation of Office of Oversees Affairs and Investment, N25 billion Employment Trust Fund (ETF), among other giant strides of the Governor, saying all the initiatives were important enablers for the private sector.

“We like to commend your administration for the tremendous achievements in the last one year and it is a reflection of the clarity of vision and focus. It also demonstrates an exemplary commitment to the ideals of service. Evidently, governance in Lagos State has gained momentum in the last one year despite the downturn in the economy.

“The Governor has not only sustained the good legacies of his predecessors but he has created a new development trajectory for Lagos State. Governor Ambode’s disposition is calm and amiable; his style is effective and his approach is inclusive, while his strategy is result-oriented,” Akande said.

http://akinwunmiambode.com/pictures-lagos-chambers-of-commerce-pays-coutresy-visit-to-governor-akinwunmi-ambode/

Karm16:
You better not be Yoruba. I don't know why some of you guys are very foolish. Ask Ibos to let a Yoruba man govern them and see them tear you to pieces. You wonder why they call your land no man's land.

Plus we don't want Lagos to become the drug capital of Nigeria.

I am Yoruba but I was born and bred in Anambra state, so that should explain why I wont be tribalistic like you

And my bae, Ugom, is Igbo and someday she'll be the President of Nigeria

korel9:
Straight to the point. I've not been lucky in relationships with Christian ladies but always found genuine and true love with muslim ladies. Now I'm in another relationship with this Muslim girl and I'm ready to marry her.
We both have no problem with our religion but the problem is her guardians (her dad is late and her mum, though a Christian married to a muslim man is out of reach). To top it all, she grew up with a Hausa woman who has a Kogi airforce man for a husband. As for my parents, it can be worked out.
There's always been this barrier of Christian men not being able to marry Muslim ladies but the other way round is possible.
Is it possible to break this barrier and make her my wife?

You know Fashola right? He is a muslim. His wife is a Christian. He married his wife in the church with respect to her belief.

Today they are still married despite the religious differences. But you have seen muslim-muslim and christian-christian celebrated marriages crash.

It's not about the religion bro. Love conquers everything.

Me, I am dating a Christian currently since 2012.

It'll be cool to see that happen but as long as the APC government keeps on performing then I doubt an Igbo man can make it.

Best they can become is commissioner or members of the Lagos HoA.

Why cant the Acting President sit on the seat of the President he is standing in for?

CACAWA:
Lol

That's the problem with Pentecostal Christian prayers,

Just to summarise for God, na wahala....who asked you to break down the details of sickness, location and names as if God doesn't know.

It is called prayer, not press briefing.

Guy, you don off me

akinbros:
Please what political office is Obafemi Martins holding?

He's a footballer. I'm curious, what has that got to do with the topic?

Or did any politician visit him?

I want to ask, can the Ooni possibly summon or invite any political office holder to his place?

Any right under the constitution? Because I know only the Senators/ Honourables in the House can do that...

So I don't see anything wrong with the Ooni's visits.