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Araromi-Lekki road, Port Ondo to forge new economic hub, says Ondo govt
By Folashade Olorunfemi The Ondo State Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Hon. Idowu Ajanaku, has declared that the ongoing Araromi–Lekki road project will link Ondo directly to Lagos and significantly expand trade, logistics, and tourism opportunities if completed. He made this declaration in Akure while highlighting the government’s multi-sectoral efforts aimed at transforming the state into a vibrant economic hub…
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To curb maternal deaths, Lagos opens advanced care units In Ifako-Ijaiye, Mushin
By Folashade Olorunfemi In a bid to transform intensive care unit and reduce preventable deaths during childbirth, the Lagos State Government has commissioned two Advanced Smart Modular High Dependency Units (ASMOHDU) at Ifako-Ijaiye and Mushin General Hospitals. Speaking at the official unveiling event of the ASMOHDUs held at the General Hospital Ifako-Ijaiye, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Health,…
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Zero Tolerance: Lagos warns motorists against attacking enforcement officers
By Folashade Olorunfemi The Permanent Secretary of Lagos State Ministry of Transportation, Olawale Musa, has warned motorists to desist from attacking law enforcement officers during the discharge of their duties, noting that defaulters would be made to face the law. Musa gave the warning while speaking at the Annual Staff Retreat of the Lagos State Parking Authority (LASPA), held in…
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LASG to farmers: Future subsidies may hinge on proof of insurance
By Folashade Olorunfemi The Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Systems in Lagos State, Ms. Abisola Olusanya, has hinted that proof of agricultural insurance may be a prerequisite to accessing government support in the future, urging farmers across the state to utilise agricultural insurance as a vital risk management tool to ensure the sustainability of their farming. Olusanya gave the hint…
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Lagos re-arraigns Evans over alleged murder of two policemen
The Lagos State Government has re-arraigned convicted billionaire kidnapper, Chukwudumeme Onwuamadike, popularly known as Evans, on a fresh murder charge involving the deaths of two police officers. Evans and his co-defendant, Joseph Emeka, were re-arraigned before Justice Oyindamola Ogala on a five-count charge bordering on murder, attempted murder, and conspiracy to commit kidnapping. The case was transferred from Justice…
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ASUU dismisses ‘No work, No pay’ threat, says Union remains united
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has said the union remained united and would not succumb to what it described as the government’s attempt to divide the academic community. The Union dismissed the Federal Government’s ‘No Work, No Pay’ directive, insisting that the union will not be intimidated by threats. Speaking as a guest on Channels TV’s Politics Today,…
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Zero Tolerance: LASG reiterates stand against exam malpractice, prepares for digital transition
By Folashade Olorunfemi The Lagos state government, through The Lagos State Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education has reiterated its zero tolerance for examination malpractice, insisting that all contravention and sanctions would be communicated to schools. Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Mr. Jamiu Alli-Balogun made the reaffirmation in a meeting with the West African Examination Council (WAEC) State Committee …
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Aiyedatiwa flags off ₦1.4bn gratuity payment, clears 2014 pensioner backlog
The governor of Ondo State, Lucky Aiyedatiwa on Monday, flagged off the payment of ₦1.4 billion to pensioners who retired from the local government and primary school system in 2014. Speaking at the flag-off ceremony ceremony in Akure, the governor described the gesture as a continuation of the bulk gratuity payment initiative he introduced while serving as Deputy Governor, aiming…
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Obasa salutes Lagos GAC Chairman, Olusi at 89
…hails his legendary contributions to Lagos Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. (Hon) Mudashiru Obasa has celebrated the Chairman of the Lagos State Governance Advisory Council (GAC), Prince Tajudeen Olusi on his 89th birthday, commending his significant contributions to the state. A statement signed by the Chief Press Secretary to the Speaker, Dave Agboola, described Prince Olusi…
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2027: Arewa group meets Afenifere, reaffirms support for Tinubu
A group under the umbrella of Arewa Think-Tank on Monday reportedly met with the national leadership of Afenifere led by Pa Reuben Fasoranti in his residence, Akure, Ondo State. Arewa Think-Tank is a group of eminent personalities comprising different professionals from all nineteen northern states Western Post gathered that the visit was centred on promoting national cohesion, inter-regional collaboration and…
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