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Yes, let's control rent, but not with legislation first.
Same thing I said in this video: https://youtube.com/shorts/fxo7-2D67d0?si=ASFwqvVZeimWcPEs

Maybe I'd get in trouble for this.
But, every few months, when the call for government rent control in Nigeria resurfaces.
Apart from the fact that our “politicians” would not pass on an opportunity to shine. You know… ‘Knights in shiny armor’...

Such moments remind us that legislation without the proper groundwork, like every previous attempt to control fuel price without a functional refinery, even though always made sense on paper, never solves the real problem.

But I totally get it.
The argument is simple: Landlords are charging “too much,” so the government should step in and set limits.

And rightfully so.
Some succor or relief before landlords snuffed life out of residents is needed.
“Let the masses breathe”, at least.

But here’s the hard truth…
You can’t legislate your way out of a housing crisis without first building the foundation for control. and
It's not as simple as calling out "greedy landlords" or "selfish developers"

Think about it:
You can only dictate what happens in a market if you control such markets.
Same way rent control only works if the government actually influences, controls, or owns a large (enough) share of the housing market.

So, what should we be talking about instead?

1️⃣ Market control before price control. Why?
Because control comes from choice.
Rent is high because demand far outstrips supply.
If tenants can’t afford renting from private owners, they need an alternative; government housing that is available, livable, and affordable.
More housing stock (public + private) naturally forces prices down.
Right now, there's almost none of that.

2️⃣ Revenue for responsibility.
To regulate properly, the government must earn from the housing sector; through taxes, partnerships, and levies/fees from developers.
Otherwise, regulation becomes toothless.

3️⃣ Data-driven benchmarking.
You can’t manage what you don’t measure.
Government must know what rent actually costs, per neighborhood, before setting controls that work.


If we’re serious about making rent affordable, we should:
✅ Incentivize developers to build more.
✅ Expand public housing stock.
✅ Use data (economics) to benchmark/control the market… then
✅ Legislate and create policies to control rent.

Only then will rent control be more than political lip service.
It’ll be a real tool to balance supply, demand, and fairness.

The point, in short, is…
👉 Don’t fight symptoms. Fix the system.

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I am Oluwadare Olusola DADA, a global housing design architect/strategist.
I lead PetitHaus with the mission to create equal opportunity for middle-class families to own land & build homes for improved quality of life.

You can reach me directly via:

linkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/olusola-dada (guaranteed for most prompt response)
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yongestdre
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PetitHaus is building genuinely affordable homeownership solutions that are scalable across Africa, (starting with Lagos)
Follow PetitHaus (across all social media platforms) to know more:

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👉 1 acre = 4046sqm = 6.3 plots (only when a plot is 650sqm—18m x 36m).

When you see companies boldly advertising "Acre" as 3000sqm, this kind of awareness and market reorientation becomes necessary.

Someone asked me if "Acre= 4046sqm" is also applicable in Nigeria . 😟🤔😔

The shock is... she works in Sales at a real estate company.

Please stay informed.
There can't be a Nigerian version of SI units.

Seing that this interests you, I'd love to know what your opinion is

Kindly share.

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I am Oluwadare Olusola DADA, a global housing design strategist.
I lead PetitHaus with the mission to create equal opportunity for middle-class families to own land & build homes for improved quality of life.

You can reach me directly via:

linkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/olusola-dada (guaranteed for most prompt response)
X (twitter): https://x.com/yongestdre
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yongestdre
facebook: https://web.facebook.com/Oluwadare.O.DADA

PetitHaus is building genuinely affordable homeownership solutions that are scalable across Africa, (starting with Lagos)
Follow PetitHaus (across all social media platforms) to know more:

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Let's keep the conversation going. Share this with your HR

It started as a rule of thumb, to simplify knowledge for non-technical buyers.
But it has quietly become a scam that has been happening in the real estate market.

And sadly, most Nigerians don’t even realize it until it’s too late.

For years, many real estate companies and agents have popularized a shortcut, an honest approximation of:
“1 acre = 6 plots.”

It sounds neat. It makes selling easier.
But here’s the problem — it’s not true.

The “approximation” only holds water when:
👉 1 acre = 4046sqm = 6.3 plots (only when a plot is 650sqm—18m x 36m).

"Acre", like "Hectare" are international measurement quantities that will never change; 4046sqm& 10000sqm respectively.
see attached images for actual calculations

Now, a 0.3 round-off seems acceptable for 1 or 2 Acres.
That “.3” in practice, adds up to thousands of square meters of land and millions of naira in value.

Just imagine using that calculation when buying 100 Acres … Big massive loss, on the customer.

But that's not the main issue.
That “round-off” approximation has now become the “Nigerian Standard”

The bigger issue is how, to make things worse, many "real estate companies/agents" don’t even stick to 650sqm as the “plot size” when describing Acres anymore.

They cut it further — 500sqm, 450sqm, even 400sqm
Then still tell you “6 plots make up an acre.”

What a cunny back-hand to quietly erode your value while padding their profits.

And because most buyers are either too trusting or too uninformed, the practice has become normalized.
Entire estates have been sold using this false math.

The other day, I saw a billboard advertising “Acre” as 3000sq.m along Lagos-Ibadan expressway… whereas, ACRE is a S.I unit.

And we wonder why land is overpriced.
We all complain that Homeownership has become more impossible than ever.
The ordinary Nigerian, already battling high prices and inflation, ends up paying more for less, simply because of a deliberate misrepresentation of measurement.

So here’s the takeaway: don’t buy into shortcuts.
Ask for exact sizes, verify the numbers, and insist on transparency.

The real problem isn’t that land is scarce, it’s that the rules are bent.
And until we start demanding accuracy and honesty, real estate companies will keep profiting off our silence.


Tell me..e shock you or e nor shock you?
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I am Oluwadare Olusola DADA, a global housing design strategist.
I lead PetitHaus with the mission to create equal opportunity for middle-class families to own land & build homes for improved quality of life.

You can reach me directly via:

linkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/olusola-dada (guaranteed for most prompt response)
X (twitter): https://x.com/yongestdre
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yongestdre
facebook: https://web.facebook.com/Oluwadare.O.DADA

PetitHaus is building genuinely affordable homeownership solutions that are scalable across Africa, (starting with Lagos)
Follow PetitHaus (across all social media platforms) to know more:

X (twitter): https://x.com/Petit_HAUS
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_petithaus/
facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thepetithaus
linkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/petithaus

Disclaimer: This is a long thought-piece. It's not meant to sell you anything, but to raise a conversation that many of us have once thought aboutAnd to honestly validate the opinion if it’s worth considering or executing… that said…let's dive in.


The “future of work” is no longer about ‘work’ alone. Today, housing has quietly become as important as salaries and workspace design.
Across Lagos, millions of Nigerians wake up before dawn, only to spend three to six hours in traffic, chasing opportunities far away from the homes they can actually afford.
Employers may pride themselves on competitive pay, but what good is a paycheck if 50–70% of it disappears into rent, while stress and exhaustion quietly eat away at productivity?

The Problem
The cost of housing pushes many young professionals to settle for poor living conditions that look cheap on paper. But actually costs employees: Long commutes, endless traffic hours, and wasted productive time. All of which erode welfare, strains quality of life, family stability, and mental health.

Conversely, these directly and indirectly impacts work.
And the cost, for most employers are: Low staff retention, reduced productivity, and rising turnover expenses.
While many organizations honestly seek to help their staff, by creating cozy workspaces, comfortable working environments, free lunch, nap time, et.c.
Yet, this sole focus on rejuvenating the ‘work’ environment alone all feels a bit like living in a village with a broken bridge, and instead of fixing it, people invent creative ways to cross it until, eventually the bridge collapses.

This is where staff welfare in Nigeria is today. For too long, we’ve adapted to a broken housing system, but it's time organizations take it by the horn.

Tackling Housing For Staff
Why should companies care where the government has failed?

Fact is, housing is very expensive, and no company can single-handedly provide housing for its staff in the name of “improving productivity”. The economic reality of such commitment is tantamount to closing the original business and making the pivot to real estate development.

However, what if we look at this differently?

Almost every large organization that feels this “productivity decline” has a CSR budget. And what if a fraction of that budget is plowed back into staff housing in a 40-60 co-development formula where:
- The company bears 40-50% of the foundational costs (land, layout, building plans and construction permits), while
- The staff beneficiaries bear the remaining 50-60% commitment for development and construction.

The bigger picture:
For employers, this is not just a 'creative' CSR idea. It’s staff welfare. It’s about aligning with global goals like SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities & Communities). It’s about attracting talent, improving retention, and giving employees a quality of life that matches their work.
Think of the direct implications in terms of:
➡️ Improved Retention & Productivity – Affordable housing closer to work reduces commute stress, enhances quality of life, and fosters loyalty.
➡️ Reduced Turnover Costs – Happier, better-settled employees are less likely to leave, cutting the high costs of constant rehiring and retraining.
➡️ Enhanced CSR & ESG Profile – Aligns with SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities & Communities), demonstrating commitment to staff welfare and societal progress.
➡️ Future Asset Value – Contributes to your organization’s real estate portfolio, with potential long-term financial returns.
➡️ Reputation & Brand Equity – Demonstrates your organization’s commitment to solving pressing societal challenges.
➡️ Talent Attraction – Young professionals are drawn to organizations that prioritize meaningful staff welfare initiatives.

For Employees, it’s hope. It’s a path to dignity, stability, and family security expressed through:
➡️ Quality housing tailored to growth, income and personal/family goals
➡️ Improved Welfare – Employees gain access to high-quality, affordable homes designed to grow with their needs.
➡️ Retention & Loyalty – Housing security is a powerful motivator for staff to remain committed to the organization.
➡️ Work-Life Balance – Housing closer to work reduces commute time, improving productivity and quality of life.
➡️ Communal Living – Shared amenities, vibrant clusters, and integrated design foster a stronger sense of belonging and social support.

Impact Vision
For me (and my company), a proposal like this is a chance to prove that housing doesn’t always have to be about luxury towers or “affordable” estates nobody can actually afford.
At PetitHaus, we’re experimenting with this model called Assisted Self-Help Housing, built on the same three simple ideas of Locus Communis:
➡️ Shared Ownership – Pooling resources to make prime land accessible.
➡️ Incremental Housing – Start small, expand over time, without being priced out.
➡️ Community-Powered Design – Share courtyards, gardens, and amenities that cut costs while building stronger, more vibrant neighborhoods.

It’s a practical, design-led solution. We’ve even created a prototype of the Locus Communis—a 50-unit model neighborhood that shows affordable, dignified housing is not only possible, but scalable.
📍 You can Download the free presentation, and explore how this initiative can be tailored for your organisation here: https://www.petithaus.com/locus-communis

Because the future of staff welfare isn’t just about higher salaries. It’s about homes. Every home built contributes to sustainable urban growth and narrows Nigeria’s 25-28m housing deficit.

Implementing the Assisted Self-Help Housing Model, will help organizations:
➡️ Empower hundreds of staff families with dignified homes.
➡️ Set a precedent for corporate-driven affordable housing in Nigeria.
➡️ Position as a leader in sustainable development, staff welfare innovation, and as a driver of social change in Nigeria’s housing narrative.


It's Easier Said Than Done, But…
The future of work won’t be defined by office design or higher salaries alone. It will be defined by whether people can live decently, closer to where they work.

Salaries pay bills. Workspaces make work immersive.
But housing determines well-being and mental health.

And smart companies look out for their employees' 360-degree well-being.
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I am Oluwadare Olusola DADA, a global housing design strategist.
I lead PetitHaus with the mission to create equal opportunity for middle-class families to own land & build homes for improved quality of life.

You can reach me directly via:

linkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/olusola-dada (guaranteed for most prompt response)
X (twitter): https://x.com/yongestdre
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yongestdre
facebook: https://web.facebook.com/Oluwadare.O.DADA

PetitHaus is building genuinely affordable homeownership solutions that are scalable across Africa, (starting with Lagos)
Follow PetitHaus (across all social media platforms) to know more:

X (twitter): https://x.com/Petit_HAUS
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_petithaus/
facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thepetithaus
linkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/petithaus

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What's included?

1. A 34-page blueprint for affordable homeownership in Lagos, with practical solutions you can even implement yourself.
2. A practical demonstration of how modular housing, shared amenities, & adaptable housing work in our culture.
3. A live proposal for a model housing development project you can sign up to join today

Explore/download free presentation
https://www.petithaus.com/locus-communis

Let's keep the conversation going
You can reach me directly via:

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Or maybe you'd prefer to reach our company for one-on-one clarifications?
Follow PetitHaus or send a DM across all social media platforms:

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Reach out. We'd love to hear from you

For many Nigerians, owning a home feels like a fantasy.
Why?

Because we’re still chasing the “Nigerian Dream”:
"a big mansion in a gated estate, with a massive compound and big cars"… all on middle-income salaries.

Well, to each his/her own goals/journey.
But here’s what most developers won’t tell you:

1️⃣ Affordable Housing is Possible — if you stop chasing illusions and start taking control of your dreams.
2️⃣ You don’t need ₦100M upfront — you can start where you are, with what you have.
3️⃣ The smarter path (in today's economy & minimum wage) is shared ownership & incremental building:
➡️ Pool resources to buy prime, titled land with others like you.
➡️ Share costs for documentation, approvals, and plans.
➡️ Build in phases: move in now, expand as your income grows.

This isn’t theory.
We already created a 50-unit affordable housing community based on this framework.
Developers call it "disruptive". We call it 'creating equal access' to dignifying housing.

Curious?
Explore the design and even download the proposal (for free) to understand how it works and keep for when you’re ready to build yours.
Some developers would rather you didn’t. But everyone deserves quality housing that does not jeopardise quality of life.

👉 https://www.petithaus.com/locus-communis

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theyongest:
Dr. Oluyinka Abiodun Olumide,
Honourable Commissioner,
Lagos State MPPUD


Dear Sir,

I write with a deep sense of humility and recognition of the good work your office keeps doing to improve Lagos’ real estate, housing, and urban development landscape since you assumed office.

Over time, I have personally had direct interactions with the Ministry—enough to see first-hand how much effort is invested to ensure compliance, safety, and regulation in the construction and building space. And recently, adding real estate practices to that mix.

For context, I have handled projects executed in full compliance with planning laws, and, admittedly, a few others in partial compliance (not my proudest moment). In fact, on one occasion, I was arrested… and it took the kind consideration of the enforcement team not to take me along to Alausa. An embarrassing moment (covers face)… but a lesson well learnt.

My point is: I know, and have seen enough, to acknowledge that the Ministry works full-time to maintain sanity within the built environment.


That said, however, despite all these commendable efforts—and despite heavy investments in enforcement—compliance remains poor across the state. This is not unique to Lagos, but since Lagos is already a role model for other states, I believe Lagos can set a new pace for how increased compliance is achieved as well.

This perspective comes from my current work. I lead a community-driven housing mission to create affordable housing that meets people where they are, without compromising quality of life. This work brings me close to residents at the grassroots, exposing me to the everyday realities of coping with housing costs, navigating planning regulations, and the general public’s perception of government’s role and responsibility.

From this vantage point, may I humbly propose two (out of many) recommendations that I believe could significantly improve compliance with physical planning regulations, while strengthening synergy between the Ministry and stakeholders.

This proposal comes from a deep desire for a positive change; to see things work, especially urban design, physical planning and dignifying housing.


1. Education Before Enforcement
Growing up, I had a moderate exposure to local radio. And now, 20–25 years later, I can still recall/sing/recite jingles from USAID, UNDP, SUBEB et.c… that shaped my awareness about their causes. Those agencies simply leveraged local media, and it worked.

The power of intentional sensitization cannot be overstated.

I believe the Ministry can achieve better results by prioritizing grassroots education before enforcement. The COVID-19 pandemic proved that when the government (and its ‘interaction channels’) prioritize sensitization, the message penetrates. And we can do it again.

Some opportunities to consider include:
- Using radio and TV to reach people in local languages.
- Leveraging celebrities and public figures for public campaigns.
- Holding town-hall meetings with resident/landlord associations.
- Producing explainer videos/infographics for easy social media sharing.

The goal is to make the public familiar with planning statutes: zoning, setbacks, parking, density, approval processes, levies, and dues, et.c—so that ignorance will no longer be an excuse.


2. Making Compliance Easy
While many stakeholders in AEC, housing and real estate are innovating—whether in design strategies, financing (co-ownership, rent-to-own, micro-mortgages) or in construction (prefab, local materials, faster build cycles)—government processes haven't caught up.

Approval fees keep rising. Bureaucracy remains heavy. Low-cost (state sponsored) housing still remains priced beyond the reach of ordinary people. And f[b]or most owners of the “80% informal housing,” the reality is to build first before thinking about compliance.[/b]

I make bold to say that (almost) no middle-class homeowner, in today’s economy, will save ₦1m just to hand over for approvals, rather than begin their foundation. The system, as it is, pushes people to bypass compliance.

While other stakeholders are actively creating solutions to meet the people where they are (financially, economically and socially), I respectfully suggest the Ministry innovates by making compliance convenient and accessible.

The ministry, through its subsidiaries, can:
- Introduce flexible or installment payment plans for planning/approval fees.
- Consider a build-first-pay-after-construction policy to facilitate and encourage readiness of middle-income owners to comply—to drive increased documentation and identification, which in the long-run, will make it easier (& cheaper) to collect revenue.
- Streamline and digitize approval processes to reduce bottlenecks. (more robust than it's currently implemented)
- Restructure public-facing units/depts for improved customer engagement.
- Make approval processes case-responsive and income-based, instead of the one-size-fits-all approach.

True sustainable housing is not only about subsidies or cheaper homes. It is about dismantling the invisible costs that keep everyday people locked out of the system.


In Conclusion
There's more to say, but I am confident that by combining these proposals, the hurdle of poor/low compliance will be overcome. And l believe we wouldn't need a “USAID” (kind of) budget to achieve these.

Other stakeholders have taken bold steps. It is time “government” does the same. Let's prioritize education before enforcement and make compliance a no-brainer for residents, and the Ministry (& Lagos) will be set on a new trajectory.

One that other states will, again, look up to as a model.

Dear Honourable Commissioner, Sir, thank you for your time and your kind consideration on this matter.

Respectfully,
Oluwadare Olusola DADA,
Team Lead, PetitHaus.

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Dr. Oluyinka Abiodun Olumide,
Honourable Commissioner,
Lagos State MPPUD


Dear Sir,

I write with a deep sense of humility and recognition of the good work your office keeps doing to improve Lagos’ real estate, housing, and urban development landscape since you assumed office.

Over time, I have personally had direct interactions with the Ministry—enough to see first-hand how much effort is invested to ensure compliance, safety, and regulation in the construction and building space. And recently, adding real estate practices to that mix.

For context, I have handled projects executed in full compliance with planning laws, and, admittedly, a few others in partial compliance (not my proudest moment). In fact, on one occasion, I was arrested… and it took the kind consideration of the enforcement team not to take me along to Alausa. An embarrassing moment (covers face)… but a lesson well learnt.

My point is: I know, and have seen enough, to acknowledge that the Ministry works full-time to maintain sanity within the built environment.


That said, however, despite all these commendable efforts—and despite heavy investments in enforcement—compliance remains poor across the state. This is not unique to Lagos, but since Lagos is already a role model for other states, I believe Lagos can set a new pace for how increased compliance is achieved as well.

This perspective comes from my current work. I lead a community-driven housing mission to create affordable housing that meets people where they are, without compromising quality of life. This work brings me close to residents at the grassroots, exposing me to the everyday realities of coping with housing costs, navigating planning regulations, and the general public’s perception of government’s role and responsibility.

From this vantage point, may I humbly propose two (out of many) recommendations that I believe could significantly improve compliance with physical planning regulations, while strengthening synergy between the Ministry and stakeholders.

This proposal comes from a deep desire for a positive change; to see things work, especially urban design, physical planning and dignifying housing.


1. Education Before Enforcement
Growing up, I had a moderate exposure to local radio. And now, 20–25 years later, I can still recall/sing/recite jingles from USAID, UNDP, SUBEB et.c… that shaped my awareness about their causes. Those agencies simply leveraged local media, and it worked.

The power of intentional sensitization cannot be overstated.

I believe the Ministry can achieve better results by prioritizing grassroots education before enforcement. The COVID-19 pandemic proved that when the government (and its ‘interaction channels’) prioritize sensitization, the message penetrates. And we can do it again.

Some opportunities to consider include:
- Using radio and TV to reach people in local languages.
- Leveraging celebrities and public figures for public campaigns.
- Holding town-hall meetings with resident/landlord associations.
- Producing explainer videos/infographics for easy social media sharing.

The goal is to make the public familiar with planning statutes: zoning, setbacks, parking, density, approval processes, levies, and dues, et.c—so that ignorance will no longer be an excuse.


2. Making Compliance Easy
While many stakeholders in AEC, housing and real estate are innovating—whether in design strategies, financing (co-ownership, rent-to-own, micro-mortgages) or in construction (prefab, local materials, faster build cycles)—government processes haven't caught up.

Approval fees keep rising. Bureaucracy remains heavy. Low-cost (state sponsored) housing still remains priced beyond the reach of ordinary people. And f[b]or most owners of the “80% informal housing,” the reality is to build first before thinking about compliance.[/b]

I make bold to say that (almost) no middle-class homeowner, in today’s economy, will save ₦1m just to hand over for approvals, rather than begin their foundation. The system, as it is, pushes people to bypass compliance.

While other stakeholders are actively creating solutions to meet the people where they are (financially, economically and socially), I respectfully suggest the Ministry innovates by making compliance convenient and accessible.

The ministry, through its subsidiaries, can:
- Introduce flexible or installment payment plans for planning/approval fees.
- Consider a build-first-pay-after-construction policy to facilitate and encourage readiness of middle-income owners to comply—to drive increased documentation and identification, which in the long-run, will make it easier (& cheaper) to collect revenue.
- Streamline and digitize approval processes to reduce bottlenecks. (more robust than it's currently implemented)
- Restructure public-facing units/depts for improved customer engagement.
- Make approval processes case-responsive and income-based, instead of the one-size-fits-all approach.

True sustainable housing is not only about subsidies or cheaper homes. It is about dismantling the invisible costs that keep everyday people locked out of the system.


In Conclusion
There's more to say, but I am confident that by combining these proposals, the hurdle of poor/low compliance will be overcome. And l believe we wouldn't need a “USAID” (kind of) budget to achieve these.

Other stakeholders have taken bold steps. It is time “government” does the same. Let's prioritize education before enforcement and make compliance a no-brainer for residents, and the Ministry (& Lagos) will be set on a new trajectory.

One that other states will, again, look up to as a model.

Dear Honourable Commissioner, Sir, thank you for your time and your kind consideration on this matter.

Respectfully,
Oluwadare Olusola DADA,
Team Lead, PetitHaus.

P.S: Kindly help share till this letter reaches the eyes and ears of those it's meant for.

You can share, repost, and/or retweet via different channels:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/olusola-dada_my-open-letter-to-the-honourable-commissioner-activity-7363140641196765184-IAA8?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAABbt6JIBjzcnFATGwKzEj2jtgf47uQZxNWc

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