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BREAKING: Sanwo-Olu swears-in new Chairman for Ayobo-Ipaja LCDA
The Governor of Lagos State, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Thursday sworn in Otunba Oladipupo Oluwaloni ( OLO 1) as the substantive Chairman of Ayobo-Ipaja Local Council Development Area (LCDA) in Alimosho local government. Announcing the swearing in of Oluwaloni, Governor Sanwo-Olu on his facebook page, encouraged him to listen to and collaborate closely with the community. Sanwo-Olu said “Today, I…
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Aiyedatiwa unveils initiative to strengthen Ondo healthcare system
The governor of Ondo State, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has launched the maiden edition of the Ondo State Essential Medicines List (ODEML) to strengthen the state’s healthcare system. Speaking at the event in Akure, the Governor, represented by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Dr. Taiwo Fasoranti, described the initiative as a testament to his administration’s unwavering commitment to enhancing healthcare…
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Lagos gridlock: Sanwo-Olu inspects Independence bridge, apologises for inadequate communication
By Adeola Ogunrinde Following the ordeal experienced by Lagos residence on the Independence Bridge on Wednesday, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has visited the area to assess the ongoing repairs on the bridge and Bonny Camp Road. Speaking on Thursday at the site, Sanwo-Olu stated “ This was a case of we all rushing out yesterday after a long holiday and people…
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Lagos Boat Fire: All passengers rescued alive- LAGFERRY
The Lagos State Ferry Services (LAGFERRY) has said all passengers in a boat that was gutted by fire at the Ipakodo terminal in Ikorodu on early morning Thursday were rescued alive. LAGFERRY in a statement issued by its Head of Public Affairs, Akeeem Odusina, confirmed that nine of the passengers sustained burn injuries and were receiving medical attention at the…
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Aiyedatiwa charges ‘Team Ondo’ on performance at Niger Delta Sports Festival
Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has asked the ‘Team Ondo’ to bring home laurels from the Niger Delta Sports Festival in Uyo, Akwa Ibom. Speaking at the opening ceremony, Aiyedatiwa commended the management of the NDDC for putting the competition together, stressing that the initiative will go a long way in promoting grassroots Sports and engaging the youths of the…
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SEDC visits NRC CEO, mulls partnership on rail rehabilitation
The Managing Director and CEO of the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC), Dr. Kayode Opeifa, has highlighted the crucial role of the South-East Development Commission (SEDC) in the Federal Government’s vision to rehabilitate, expand and optimize the country’s railway infrastructure. Speaking during a working visit by the leadership of the SEDC to the NRC Headquarters in Lagos, Opeifa observed that the visit…
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Fire guts ferry conveying 19 passengers to Victoria Island
Many feared injured as fire gutted a ferry conveying 19 passengers at the Ipakodo Ferry Terminal in the Ikorodu area of Lagos State on Thursday. A statement by the Lagos State Waterways Authority Public Affairs Unit on Thursday that the fire occurred at about 6:45 am. It read, “The Lagos State Waterways Authority confirmed a fire incident occurred at approximately…
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Edo Guber: PDP, Ighodalo reject judgment, head to Appeal Court
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate for the 2024 Edo State governorship election, Asue Ighodalo, has said he had instructed his legal team to proceed to the Court of Appeal to challenge the tribunal verdict affirming Monday Okpebholo as governor. Ighodalo in a statement after the verdict said ”I have, therefore, instructed my legal team to proceed to the Court…
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LASG dislodges illegal occupants at Oja Oba bridge in Lagos Island
The Lagos State Ministry of Environment on Wednesday dislodged illegal occupants who had converted the Oja Oba Bridge in the Adeniji Adele area of the state into apartments. The Commissioner for Environment, Wahab Tokunbo, who shared videos of the clearance operation on his X page on Thursday, disclosed that the exercise was aimed at restoring sanity to the area. According…
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FG orders reopening of Independence Bridge after massive traffic gridlock
The Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, has directed the immediate reopening of the Independence Bridge located on Victoria Island, Lagos. The minister issued the directive on Wednesday following the massive traffic gridlock that enveloped the Ikoyi area of Lagos. The Federal Controller of Works, Lagos, Mrs Olukorede Kesha, confirmed the latest development on Wednesday night. Kesha stated that her team…
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