In a personally signed statement released on Thursday, Daily Dates Nigeria reports that Ambode praised Hamzat’s dedication and long-standing commitment to the APC, noting that his emergence reflects years of loyalty, hard work, and service to the party.

The congratulatory message came shortly after Abdul-Azeez Adediran, popularly known as Jandor, announced his withdrawal from the APC governorship race, clearing the path for Hamzat’s consensus candidacy.

Ambode described Hamzat as a committed party man whose extensive consultations with party leaders and stakeholders demonstrated his alignment with the APC’s core values of unity and progress. He added that Lagos State stands to benefit significantly from Hamzat’s experience and leadership capacity.

Reaffirming his political stance, Ambode also pledged support for the re-election bid of President Bola Tinubu. He emphasized that Nigeria’s economic growth and Lagos State’s continued development are closely tied to Tinubu’s leadership.

Ambode further called on APC members in Lagos and across the Southwest to mobilize support ahead of the elections, setting a target of at least three million votes for the president. He also stressed the importance of securing victories for all APC candidates, including senators and members of the House of Representatives, in the upcoming electoral cycle.

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Q: Can you share a bit about your life journey from Lagos to the UK and now back home?

Hon. David Akim Adeoye: It has been a journey shaped by grace and purpose. I started off in Lagos, then continued my early education in England at Dover College Junior School in Folkestone. My teenage years took me back to Nigeria—Offa Grammar School and then Ogun State University—before returning to the UK for further studies at Manchester Metropolitan University and Arden University, where I earned master’s degrees in Data Analytics and Marketing. While abroad, I built a career with Virgin Media, founded multiple businesses, and got actively involved in community service and politics. Now, I’ve returned home, not just physically, but spiritually, to serve and honor my roots in Isiwo.

Q: What does this chieftaincy title mean to you personally?

Hon. David Akim Adeoye: It’s deeply personal and symbolic. I come from a long line of high chiefs and royalty in Isiwo—my father was the last Ogbeni Oja, my grandfather was the Aare Ona Kakanfo, and my uncle is the current Bashorun. This title is not just a personal honor; it’s a reconnection with my lineage and a sacred duty to preserve and protect our heritage.

Q: How has living abroad shaped your identity as a Nigerian and as a son of Isiwo?

Hon. David Akim Adeoye: Living abroad gave me perspective. It sharpened my appreciation for our culture and values. Being Nigerian, and more specifically from Isiwo, became something I wore with pride. Despite the differences in environment and systems, my cultural identity remained intact. It taught me to adapt without losing myself.

Q: How have you maintained your connection to your roots while living abroad?

Hon. David Akim Adeoye: Faith, family, and community. I stayed in touch through regular visits, maintained close ties with elders back home, and ensured my children understood where we come from. I have built a country home in Isiwo because it’s dear to my heart. I knew I would one day return in some capacity to give back.

Q: What values or traditions from home did you carry with you all these years?

Hon. David Akim Adeoye: Respect for elders, humility, resilience, and service to community. These values guided me professionally and personally. Even in business and politics abroad, those core principles from home shaped how I interacted, led, and served others.

Q: In what ways do you hope to bridge the gap between modernization and Isiwo?

Hon. David Akim Adeoye: I believe tradition and progress are not mutually exclusive. I want to use my experience in technology and governance to support education, digital literacy, and youth empowerment in Isiwo, while also preserving our customs, language, and chieftaincy institutions. I have companies in Nigeria like Spinsphere Technologies, and we are already laying that foundation.

Q: What are your priorities for the community as you take on this role?

Hon. David Akim Adeoye: First, to promote education and entrepreneurship among the youth. Secondly, to attract sustainable development by leveraging both my local and international networks. Thirdly, to be a voice for unity, peace, and progress among our people—both at home and in the diaspora.

Q: How do you plan to engage with the youth and encourage them to contribute to community development?

Hon. David Akim Adeoye: The youth are the heartbeat of any society. I plan to organize mentorship initiatives, skill acquisition programs, and digital empowerment workshops. I want to inspire them with my journey—that you can go far and still come home to serve. We must make community development attractive and rewarding to them.

Q: What challenges do you anticipate as you transition into this traditional role?

Hon. David Akim Adeoye: Every new role comes with challenges. Balancing modern expectations with traditional obligations won’t be easy. There may be resistance from some quarters to change, but with dialogue, respect, and transparency, we can navigate these hurdles together.

Q: What advice do you have for Nigerians abroad on how to stay connected to their roots?

Hon. David Akim Adeoye: Never forget where you come from. Make the effort to visit, contribute, and stay in touch with your community. Whether it’s through culture, philanthropy, or mentorship, staying connected adds depth and purpose to your global journey.

Q: How do you balance personal ambition with communal responsibility?

Hon. David Akim Adeoye: For me, they go hand in hand. Every success I’ve achieved is an opportunity to give back. Ambition should not only elevate you—it should elevate your people. When your community thrives because of your efforts, that’s the true measure of success.

Q: If Baba Puma could speak to you today, what do you think he would say about this moment?

Hon. David Akim Adeoye: Ah, my late father would smile and say, “Omo mi, you’ve done well.” He was a man of deep wisdom and cultural pride. I think he would be proud to see that I’ve not only remembered my roots but have returned to uphold the legacy he once carried. He was the Ogbeni Oja of Isiwo before he passed on.

Q: What legacy do you want to leave in years to come?

Hon. David Akim Adeoye: A legacy of faith, service, and empowerment. Aside from the roads we have started rehabilitating, I want to continue with community school. I want to be remembered as someone who bridged generations, who connected Isiwo to the world. Someone who honored tradition while driving progress, and who never stopped lifting others. My story is God’s story—one of grace, purpose, and impact.

From corporate corridors in the UK to the cultural heart of Isiwo, Hon. David Akim Adeoye embodies a life of faith, leadership, and rootedness. He is happily married and blessed with children. As he embraces his chieftaincy, Isiwo gains not just a titleholder, but a visionary son returned home.

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As gathered, the ill-fated building under construction is sited on Oremeta Street, Ojodu with the already completed sections assigned for commercial purposes.

The Guild learnt that the building caved in on the occupants including staff of the popular EqualRight restaurant in Ojodu Berger on Saturday.

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Adebayo made this known during an interview on Channels Television on Sunday, April 6, 2025. According to him, several high-profile politicians, including Atiku and Obi, are considering the SDP as their new political platform as momentum builds towards the 2027 polls.

This revelation follows the recent defection of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) to the SDP, signaling a possible realignment of Nigeria’s political landscape.

“People are joining my party, and we are welcoming them,” Adebayo said. “You’ve seen how active I’ve been in receiving them. The only issue is helping them adapt to a system where rules and accountability matter.”

When asked specifically about the involvement of Peter Obi, Adebayo noted that discussions are ongoing.

“Until someone officially joins, we can’t say for certain. But I’ve been informed by reliable sources, including our Financial Secretary, that talks are in progress,” he said.

He also mentioned that the SDP maintains a strict internal structure based on fairness and transparency. “We conduct our affairs without court cases or controversies. Our 2022 national convention is a clear example of our integrity,” Adebayo added.

“If we stick to our values and offer Nigerians a credible alternative, we will defeat the APC and send President Bola Tinubu into retirement, whether in Lagos or anywhere else he chooses,” he declared.

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Jandor made this move two weeks after he resigned his membership with the PDP over the party’s unresolved internal crisis which has been plaguing the democratic body for some time.

The former gubernatorial candidate announced his defection during a press conference at his campaign office in Lagos on Monday.

According to Jandor, his decision to rejoin the APC was driven by his belief that the party is the best alternative to deliver good governance to Lagosians and Nigerians.

This move, he added comes after careful consideration and consultation with his political supporters and associates across Lagos State.

“We have decided to return to the All Progressives Congress, APC. Before you are quick to remind me of the reasons why I dumped APC, I want to say that there is a Yoruba adage that says, if a woman has not tried two husbands, she would not know which one is better, ”he said.

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In a near death experience, a 59-year-old businessman Chijioke Nnanna Igbokwe has undergone a surgery, exploratory laparotomy, to let out 57 out of 81 pellets of cocaine stuck in his stomach after seven days of ingesting the illicit substance in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

Igbokwe was arrested by operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, at the arrival hall of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, MMIA, during the inward clearance of passengers on Ethiopian Airlines flight on Sunday 26th January 2025. He was promptly taken for body scan, which revealed illicit drugs in his system.

He was soon after taken into NDLEA custody for excretion observation.

The spokesperson of NDLEA, Femi Babafemi, says investigation revealed that Igbokwe who claims to be into cloth business at Arena, Oshodi area of Lagos, departed Lagos on 22nd January to Addis Ababa where he ingested the 81 wraps of cocaine the following day 23rd January and boarded a flight to Beirut, Lebanon to deliver the illicit consignment for a fee of $3,000.

“Upon his arrival in Beirut, he said he was refused entry because he had less than $2,000, the amount required to grant him entry. He was then deported to Addis Ababa where he attempted excreting the illicit drugs but could not. He thereafter proceeded to Lagos on Saturday 25th January with the consignment in his bowel. He was however arrested upon his arrival at the Lagos airport by NDLEA officers on 26th January.

After five days under excretion observation, he could only expel 24 pellets following initial medical intervention at the Agency’s medical facility and the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH) Ikeja.

With the clock ticking for him and the complication of other underlining medical conditions, the suspect was eventually admitted at the tertiary facility where he had to undergo exploratory laparotomy to extract the remaining 57 wraps of cocaine stuck in his stomach after his wife and brother endorsed the necessary consent forms on Thursday 30th January. “

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Daily Dates Nigeria reports that Amir Ajala who was also the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Hajj Monsur Consolidated Travels Limited, returned to his creator, Allah on Thursday evening.

“He wasn’t ill. In fact, he observed his Salaatul Maghrib and returned home to eat so he could go back to observe Salaatul Ishai when he slumped. He was rushed to the Lagos Island hospital where he was pronounced dead,” a family source revealed.

Information has it that Salaatul Janazah (funeral prayers) will be held for late Amir Ajala on Friday, January 24 at Campus Mini Stadium, Lagos Island by 10.00am.

“We leave immediately after the prayer for the burial activities at the Mainland Central Muslim Community Burial Ground, Mowe/Ofada, Ogun State ,” the source added.

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On Friday, the appellate court held that the lower court erred in its judgment. The Appeal Court thereafter discharged and acquitted Olaleye.

In October 2023, the special offences and domestic violence court in Lagos convicted Olaleye on a two-count charge of defilement of a child and sexual assault by penetration.

Rahman Oshodi, the judge, had sentenced Olaleye to life imprisonment over rape

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As gathered, the accident that claimed the lives of the three persons occurred after a truck experienced mechanical failure on the bridge.

The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) disclosed that the accident occurred on Friday.

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Olugbenga slumped in the office on Thursday night and died before he could be rushed to a hospital.

A police officer from the Division, who spoke to Daily Trust on anonymity, said officers attached to the station have been thrown into mourning due to the incident.

The officer also confirmed that the body of the deceased officer had been moved to a mortuary.

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