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Makoko demolition: Lagos Assembly urges Sanwo-Olu to relocate displaced residents
The Lagos State House of Assembly has adopted the recommendations of its standing Committee on Rules and Business concerning the demolition exercise carried out in Makoko, Oko-Agbon and Sogunro communities, making them the official resolution of the House. The House resolution followed a petition addressed to the Speaker, Mudashiru Obasa, titled: “Urgent Appeal Regarding Ongoing Mass Forced Eviction and Illegal…
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Lagos govt faults residents over structural alterations in state-owned estates
By Adeola Ogunrinde The Lagos State Ministry of Housing has warned residents of government-owned housing estates against constructing illegal structures or violating estate regulations as it negates order, safety and the original design of state housing estates. Abdulhafis Toriola, the permanent secretary of the ministry issued this warning during a stakeholders’ meeting held in Ikeja, involving key officials of the…
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Obasa bags key commonwealth parliamentary role, to serve on CPA African Executive Committee
The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. (Hon) Mudashiru Ajayi Obasa, has been appointed as a Sub-National Representative on the African Executive Committee of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA). The notification of the appointment was conveyed in a letter from the CPA Africa Region and read on the floor of the House by the Clerk, Barr. Olalekan…
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UNILAG lecturers begin indefinite strike over unpaid allowances, salary cuts
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) chapter at the University of Lagos has directed its members to commence an indefinite strike over what it described as incomplete salary payments for January and February 2026. The decision was reached during an emergency congress of the union held on Tuesday at the Faculty of Engineering Lecture Theatre, Akoka campus. In a…
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Oyo gets 17 new permanent secretaries as Makinde emphasizes integrity, loyalty
By Adejayan Gbenga Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has sworn in 17 newly appointed permanent secretaries in the state’s civil service, amid urging them to demonstrate loyalty, integrity and commitment to the development of the state. The swearing-in ceremony was held on Tuesday at the executive council chamber of the governor’s office in Ibadan, where the governor charged the newly…
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OYSIEC announces December 29 as new date for Oyo LG election
By Adejayan Gbenga The Oyo State Independent Electoral Commission (OYSIEC) has announced Tuesday, December 29, 2026, as the new date scheduled for all local government council elections across the state. This was disclosed in a statement signed by the Chairman of the Commission, Babatunde Afees Adeniyi. As revealed in the statement, the adjustment became necessary following the recent revision of…
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Ondo Assembly holds hearing on proposed power bill amendment to curb irregularities
By Boye Oyeyemi On Tuesday, the Ondo State House of Assembly held a public hearing on a proposed amendment to the state’s Electric Power Sector Law. The law which aims at addressing irregular practices within the electricity sector has been described by lawmakers as a significant bill that will make a positive impact once passed into law. While declaring the…
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Residents scamper for safety as rainstorm damages church building in Ondo
By Boye Oyeyemi A heavy rainstorm that occurred on Monday evening has caused extensive damage to Peculiar Grace Church, located along Old Benin Road in Ore, the headquarters of Odigbo Local Government Area of Ondo State. The rainstorm, which began around 6 pm, was accompanied by strong winds that reportedly tore off parts of the church roof and damaged sections…
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Minister of interior Tunji-Ojo supports Ondo residents with Ramadan relief materials
By Boye Oyeyemi The Minister of Interior and indigene of Ondo State, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has commenced the distribution of Ramadan relief items to residents across the 18 Local Government Areas of Ondo to support families during the fasting period. The exercise began in Owo Local Government Area, where Islamic leaders and community members gathered to receive the items. Receiving the…
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Disu visits Kwara amid crime combating efforts, reiterates commitment to protect citizens
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq of Kwara State received Nigeria’s new Inspector General of Police (IGP), Olatunji Disu, on Monday during a working visit to the state. While addressing journalists after his meeting with the governor, the IGP said he was on an operational visit to deliberate on how to strengthen public safety, indicating a renewed commitment of…
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