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LASPARK, GIANTS OF AFRICA RENOVATE OWORONSHOKI BASKETBALL COURT

The Lagos State Parks and Gardens Agency (LASPARK), in partnership with Giants of Africa (GOA), has completed the renovation and rehabilitation of the Oworonshoki Basketball Court.

Speaking at the unveiling of the renovated Court, on Tuesday, in Oworonshoki, the General Manager of LASPARK, Mrs. Adetoun Popoola, said the alliance is in line with the Agency's mandate to promote recreation and leisure in the State.

She stated that LASPARK approved the rehabilitation of the sporting facility as a Corporate Social Responsibility Project, adding that GOA is on a mission to use Basketball as a tool to educate and enrich the lives of African youths.

"They have a long term goal to build 100 basketball courts in Africa. Our partnership with them affirms the present administration’s commitment to creating safe environments for social engagements and contributing to lower crime rates within the communities", she added.

Also speaking, the Chairman of Lagos State Sports Commission, Mr. Olusola Aiyepeku, stated that the renovated Court is a result of an effective partnership that represents the continuous manifestation of what the Lagos State Government is all about.

He noted that the government will continue to embark on collaboration that will bring about meaningful youth development in the State.
The Founder of GOA, Mr. Masai Ujiri, a National Association of Basketball (NBA) Champion and President of the Toronto Raptors Basketball Club, expressed gratitude to LASPARK for the seamless process through which GOA got approval to rehabilitate the court.

While thanking the youths for their presence, Ujiri noted that the Court is remodelled to inspire them, urging relevant stakeholders to keep the facility safe for the youths to play and enhance their skills.

"You can start here, build, grow and become bigger in the NBA sports like notable players, who have gone under the tutelage of GOA and are now playing in the NBA. You can also be a sports administrator and use Basketball as a tool to achieve greatness", he said.

#LASG
#ForAGreaterLagos

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PIX 1: The new court.

PIX 2: (L-R) Jubil Gawat, SSA to the Governor on New Media; Chairman Lagos State Sports Commission, Mr. Olusola Aiyepeku; General Manager, Lagos State Parks and Gardens Agency (LASPARK), Mrs. Adetoun Popoola; Chairman Kosofe Local Government, Mr. Moyosore Ogunlewe and Mr. Masai Ujiri, Founder of Giants of Africa (GOA) at the unveiling of Oworo Dreams Big Basketball Court in Oworonshoki.

PIX 3: GM LASPARK, Mrs Adetoun Popoola joined by dignitaries and young basketball players during the unveiling of the court.

PIX 4: Before and after Pic of the court

LASPARK PARTNERS RED BULL ON BASKETBALL COURT UPGRADE

Lagos State Parks and Gardens Agency (LASPARK), in a bid to improve the health and well-being of Lagosians, as well as promote community engagement, has partnered with Red Bull on the renovation and upgrade of the Basketball Court in Ndubuisi Kanu Park, Alausa.

Unveiling the newly renovated Basketball Court, the General Manager of LASPARK, Mrs. Adetoun Popoola, expressed gratitude to Red Bull for the rehabilitation work, saying the State Government will continue to seek out opportunities for collaboration to promote recreation and beautification in Lagos State.

“The partnership on this project is in line with LASPARK’s mandate to promote beautification, recreation and leisure in Lagos State", she said.
Popoola highlighted the importance of parks and gardens as safe spaces for members of communities to converge, interact and improve their health and wellness by being active, noting that parks can contribute to lower crime rates in communities.

She added that the partnership also affirms Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s commitment to a Healthy and Sustainable Environment in Lagos, stating that LASPARK is open to exploring partnerships and collaborations that will benefit residents of the State.

The General Manager averred that Red Bull's aim, through the partnership, was to leave a strong and positive legacy behind by working with local communities to upgrade existing playgrounds, courts and community centres.

“The artwork in the basketball court was done by popular urban graffiti artist Osa ‘Seven’ Okunpolor, arguably, one of the most talented and sought-after graffiti artists in Africa; who teamed up with Red Bull on the basketball court upgrade project”, she revealed.

The newly rehabilitated basketball court hosted 16 basketball teams from all over Nigeria, who had made it through the qualifiers for the National Finals of the Red Bull Half Court Competition.

The 3 x 3 basketball tournament holds in more than 20 countries across the world, with the World Final slated for September 2021 in Russia.

STATE HOUSE PRESS RELEASE

PRESIDENT TINUBU APPOINTS NEW LEADERSHIP ACROSS THE COMMUNICATIONS, INNOVATION, AND DIGITAL ECONOMY SECTORS

President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of new and returning Chief Executives to fresh terms in office across multiple agencies under the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy:

(1) EVC / CEO, Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) — Aminu Maida

(2) MD / CEO, Nigerian Communications Satellite Limited (NIGCOMSAT) — Nkechi Egerton-Idehen

(3) DG / CEO, National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) — Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi

(4) National Commissioner / CEO, Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) — Dr. Vincent Olatunji

(5) Postmaster General / CEO, Nigerian Postal Service (NIPOST) — Tola Odeyemi

Furthermore, in line with President Bola Tinubu's determination to maximally leverage on Nigeria's proven technological and digital economic prowess to reposition the nation's economy toward greater financial inclusion, the President has approved the appointment of a new Special Adviser to the President.

Special Adviser to the President on Technology and Digital Economy — Idris Alubankudi

By this directive of the President, the above-mentioned appointments take immediate effect.

Chief Ajuri Ngelale

Special Adviser to the President

(Media & Publicity)

October 11, 2023

Guess who came to say hi and compare notes? Our new PMG; @tola_odeyemi!

Chief Ajuri announced the President's approval of 'Tola Odeyemi as the new Postmaster General two days ago.

However, today, the NIPOST Twitter account is stating that the former PMG has been reinstated.

Where is the President’s approval of the reinstatement? Why is the reinstatement coming from the NIPOST twitter account?

Dear. @bosuntijani, speak now!

*PRESS RELEASE:*

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu (GCFR) has reinstated Rt. Honorable Adeyemi Sunday Adepoju as the Postmaster General of the Federation & CEO of the Nigerian Postal Service (NIPOST) due to his exceptional leadership and performance.

naptu2:
They had done a lot of work on the actual skatepark by the end of last year, but they were still working on the surrounding infrastructure. These pictures are from 9 month ago.

Bellfun:
At Dolphin Estate?

In line with Mr Gov @jidesanwoolu administration's drive in promoting recreation and leisure in Lagos State, yesterday, I declared open the BMX and Skate Park. The facility was built by @LASPARKLagos in collaboration with @redbull. This initiative will encourage our community of skateboarders and BMXers to foster the development of the skateboarding culture, as well as empower the youths across the state.

In line with Mr Gov @jidesanwoolu administration's drive in promoting recreation and leisure in Lagos State, yesterday, I declared open the BMX and Skate Park. The facility was built by @LASPARKLagos in collaboration with @redbull. This initiative will encourage our...1/2 pic.twitter.com/FcaLM5dqoi

— Tokunbo Wahab (@tokunbo_wahab) October 14, 2023

The #LagosEncouragePark is now Open at Osbourne, Lagos.

Lagos State Parks and Gardens (LASPARK) and #RedBull made it happen 🚲🚲🚲

In Line with the Governor @jidesanwoolu’s Administration to promote recreation and leisure in Lagos State, LASPARK has delivered a purpose built BMX and Skate Park to the youths in Lagos.

Well done @LASPARKLagos
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#GreaterLagosRising


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The #LagosEncouragePark is now Open at Osbourne, Lagos.

Lagos State Parks and Gardens (LASPARK) and #RedBull made it happen 🚲🚲🚲

In Line with the Governor @jidesanwoolu’s Administration to promote recreation and leisure in Lagos State, LASPARK has delivered a purpose built… pic.twitter.com/Q7rNrhL1bq

— Jubril A. Gawat (@Mr_JAGs) October 13, 2023

Deltamani:
Morroco announce Jorge Vilda as the new coach of the Women's National Team replacing Reynald Pedros

Thursday October 12, 2023

The Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) has attained the services of Spanish technician Jorge Vilda Rodriguez to train the “A” Women’s National Team.

Mr. Rodriguez was appointed to replace
Mr. Reynald Pedros following the end of his mission.

On this occasion, the FRMF expressed its thanks to Mr. Reynald Pedros for the work accomplished at the head of the "A" Women's National Team which was crowned by the historic qualification for the round of 16 of the World Cup. Australia-New Zealand 2023.

The new coach of the Atlas Lionesses won the last edition of the FIFA World Cup with the Spanish Selection.