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Lagos DSVA sensitizes Power Oil staff on workplace harassment
The Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA), in partnership with Tolaram, sensitised Power Oil staff on fostering a harassment-free workplace. The engagement, organised by the Agency, was part of a two-day virtual conference aimed at driving meaningful progress toward gender equality and empowerment as part of activities marking the 2025 International Women’s Day with the theme: “Accelerate Action”.…
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LASG targets financial independence for people with disability
The Lagos State Government has reaffirmed that empowerment remains a focal tool for financial independence among Residents in the State, adding that the present administration will not relent in its quest to build an empowered citizenry. Commissioner for Wealth Creation and Employment, Akinyemi Ajigboyafe, disclosed this during the graduation ceremony for people with disability trained in Entrepreneurship in Ikeja. The…
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Lagos Assembly crisis worsens over alleged purchase of N5bn vechicles
There is indication that the crisis rocking the Lagos State House of Assembly may not be ending anytime soon as allegations of controversial purchase of N5BN vehicles for 40 lawmakers has deepened the feud between the Speaker of the House, Rt (Hon) Mudashiru Obasa and erstwhile Speaker, Rt (Hon) Mojisola Meranda. Meranda reportedly led the purchase of about 39 vehicles…
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Supreme Court verdict validates my mandate – Aiyedatiwa
Ondo State Governor, Dr. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has reaffirmed his confidence in the judiciary following the Supreme Court’s dismissal of the appeal challenging his candidacy in the last gubernatorial election. The apex court on Tuesday struck out the case filed by the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Agboola Ajayi, affirming the legitimacy of Aiyedatiwa and his deputy, Dr.…
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Abiodun calls for establishment of Air Force Base, school in Ogun
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has called for the establishment of a Nigerian Air Force base to complement the security architecture of the state. Abiodun also made a case for the establishment of a Nigerian Air Force school in the state to raise morally sound children for the nation. The governor made the demands at a meeting with a…
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Rainstorm wreaks havoc, renders many homeless in Kwara
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin Over 100 residents of Ijagbo town in Oyun Local Government Area of Kwara State were rendered homeless on Monday as a rainstorm wreaked havoc on the community. Educational institutions, residential houses, and market stalls were destroyed, with roofs blown away and properties damaged. The rainstorm severely impacted Ansar Deen College, Ijagbo, where more than 10 classrooms…
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Adeleke unveils N159bn infrastructure plan for 2025
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, on Tuesday unveiled a N159bn infrastructure plan for 2025, focusing on the road, health, and education sectors. The announcement was made during a ceremony at the Exco Lounge, Abere. The governor had in December 2023 introduced a N100bn infrastructure plan, which also covered roads, education, and healthcare. The newly unveiled plan…
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AbdulRazaq inspects multistorey prototype school, pledges more investment in public education
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has inspected the multistorey prototype primary school in Adeta, Ilorin, describing it as a significant step in upgrading public school infrastructure alongside substantial investments in teaching quality. The governor reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to strengthening the education sector this fiscal year by addressing gaps in school infrastructure and digital literacy. He…
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Hamzat urges Nigerians to remember their creator as they embrace technology
The Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat has urged Nigerians to understand that as they embrace technology, they should not forget their creator. Hazmat made this remark at the fourth Annual Ramadan Lecture/Iftar and Special Prayer in Memory of Late Oba Mufutau Olatunji Hamzat, organised by Member of the Federal House of Representatives, Mushin Constituency II, Hon. Moses…
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Nigerian Army to establish new battalion in Ekiti
The Nigerian Army is set to establish a new battalion in Ikere-Ekiti, with the deployment of personnel and materials already underway. Outgoing Commander of the 12 Brigade, Lokoja, Major General Oluremi Fadairo, disclosed this on Monday during a courtesy visit to Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, in Ado-Ekiti. The visit also included senior military officers such as the new Brigade…
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