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Lagos committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050- LAMATA
The Managing Director of Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA), Engr. Mrs. Abimbola Akinajo, on Tuesday, said the state government is committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, and aligning with global efforts to combat climate change. Akinajo disclosed this when the secretary of Transportation for California, Toks Omishakin led a delegation from the California State Transportation Agency (CalSTA) to…
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Edo Assembly suspends all Council chairmen, vice chairmen for 2 months
Members of the Edo State House of Assembly have suspended all chairmen and vice chairmen of the 18 local governments of the state for two months. The lawmakers also mandated leaders of the Council legislative arms to take over leadership. The suspension resolution was made followed a motion moved by the member representing Esan North East one, Isibor Adeh and…
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Tinubu celebrates ex- President Buhari at 82
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has paid tribute to former President Muhammadu Buhari, in celebration of his 82nd birthday. In a message signed on Monday by the president, Tinubu acknowledged Buhari’s unwavering dedication to Nigeria’s progress and the lasting impact of his leadership. “On behalf of the government and people of Nigeria, I extend my warmest congratulations and best…
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Kwara trains judges on small claims court practices
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin Kwara State Government has organized capacity building sessions for District Court judges in the state as Small Claims Courts (SCC) begin operations. Recently approved by Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, the Small Claims Courts (SCC) have been established to fast-track trials of cases affecting the business community in Kwara State. Held between Monday 16th and Tuesday 17th 2024,…
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Sanwo-Olu, Access Bank partner on 704 housing scheme at Odo-Nla, Ikorodu
By Adeola Ogunrinde Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and Access Bank on Tuesday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the construction of a 704 housing units at Odo-Nla, Ikorodu. The signing and presentation was done at the Lagos House, Ikeja. The scheme tagged Lagos State Access Bank Housing Scheme is to address thechallenges of housing deficits in the state.It is to…
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NOA Boss urges Nigerians to engage in acts rooted in patriotism
..As LAUTECH wins N20m NOA campus debate By Adeola Ogunrinde Director-General of the National Orientation Agency (NOA), Mr Lanre Issa-Onilu, has called on Nigerians to engage in acts rooted in discipline, patriotism and integrity, and use their voices to champion national values. Issa-Onilu said that youths should express dissent peacefully, be solution-driven, see governance as a collaborative effort and embrace…
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Industrial revolution begins in Ogun- Nigerian Shippers’ Council CEO
The Executive Secretary and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Shippers’ Council, Barrister Ukeyima Akutah, has said that based on the remarkable level of the Ease of Doing Business Index in Ogun State, the state is leading the rest of the country in the ongoing industrial revolution embarked upon by the Federal Government. He noted that this is in tandem…
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Nigeria’s Firstlady disburses N1.9bn to senior citizens across 36 states
Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu on Tuesday disbursed the sum of N1.9billion to the elderly across 36 states and Federal Capital Territory through her Renewed Hope Initiative programme. Beneficiaries of the donation aged 65 and above got N200,000 each tagged, Renewed Hope Initiative Elderly Support Scheme (RHIESS). Mrs Tinubu, who was represented by the First Lady of Lagos, Dr…
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Tinubu appoints Aisha Garba as UBEC Executive Secretary
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has appointed Aisha Garba, an international development specialist, as the Executive Secretary of Universal Basic Education (UBEC). This was contained in a statement by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President,(Information and Strategy) on Tuesday. Garba, a Senior Education Specialist with the World Bank, brings more than twenty-four years of experience driving impactful programmes…
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Thieves cart away brain box, gadgets from RRS Commander’s vehicle at Headquarters
By Adeola Ogunrinde Lagos State Rapid Response Squad (RRS) headquarters Commander, CSP Shola Jejeloye’s Hilux van was recently vandalized by thieves. This happened on Sunday, 15 December, leaving officers astounded as they awoke the following morning to discover the commander’s Toyota Hilux vandalised. The audacious culprits shattered the windscreen, stole the brain box, and carted off other valuable gadgets—right under…
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