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Lagos Assembly: Meranda announces five chairmen of standing committees
The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mojisola Meranda has announced five standing Committee chairmen. Meranda made the announcement on Monday during plenary session. The Committee Chairmen were; Hon. Temitope Adewale (Business and Rules Committee), Hon. Richard Kasumu ( Legislative Compliance Committee), Hon. Surajudeen Tijani (House Services Committee) Hon. Setonji David (Ethics, Protocol, and Privileges Committee)…
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Gov AbdulRazaq inaugurates projects, donates operational vehicles at 22 Armoured Brigade Sobi
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq on Monday inaugurated the newly constructed Quarter Guard and the remodeled headquarters of the 22 Armoured Brigade at Sobi, Ilorin East Local Government Area. The projects, executed by the Nigerian Army, align with the Chief of Army Staff’s directive to sustain a culture of maintenance, according to the Army. The Governor…
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UCH medical students protest 100-day power outage
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo Medical students of the University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan, staged a protest on Monday over the prolonged power outage and water scarcity on campus. The students have been without electricity and water for over 100 days, since October 2024, stating that the situation has severely impacted their academic activities and overall well-being. Carrying placards with inscriptions…
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Lagos initiates new industrial policy
…sets agenda for a transformative, vibrant, and globally competitive industrial ecosystem By Adeola Ogunrinde The Lagos State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to fostering a vibrant, resilient, innovative, and globally competitive industrial landscape. Lagos State Commissioner for Commerce, Cooperatives, Trade, and Investment, Folashade Ambrose, stated this at the Lagos State Industrial Policy Consultative Assembly and Validation Workshop, organized by the…
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‘Herbert made my work easier’ – Sanwo-Olu pays tribute at Wigwe’s first-year memorial
One year after the tragic passing of Herbert Wigwe, the former Group Managing Director of Access Holdings, leaders from Nigeria and beyond gathered to honor his legacy at a memorial service held at Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos. Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, described Wigwe as a steadfast supporter of his administration’s development programs, noting that his absence…
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Lagos Assembly urges Sanwo-Olu to expedite action on light-up project
….setup adhoc committee to probe “Light-Up Lagos” project Members of the Lagos State House of Assembly have called on the governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, to expedite action on the award of contract for the light-up Lagos project. The lawmakers made this resolution on Monday under Matter of Urgent Public Importance on streetlight in Lagos moved by Hon. Lukmoh Olumoh (Ajeromi-Ifelodun…
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Brace up for challenges ahead- Obasanjo tells Israel
Former President Olusegun Obasajo has called on the Chairman, Board of Management of Federal Medical Centre Idi-Aba Abeokuta, Dayo Israel to brace up for the challenges ahead and be ready to step on toes, if he wants to have a successful tenure of office. A statement issued by the hospital’s Head of Public Relations Dr. Segun Orisajo, said Obasanjo observed…
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Maj Gen Adejimi, a beacon of selfless service, outstanding leadership- Governor Abiodun
The Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has described Maj Gen Samuel Oluwatobi Adejimi as a beacon of outstanding leadership and selfless service. Governor Abiodun also noted that the career of Maj Gen Adejimi, spanning over three decades, is a testament to his unyielding commitment to national defense and the well-being of the people of the country. The Governor stated…
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Red Line to expand its capacity, says Sanwo-Olu
By Adeola Ogunrinde Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Sunday announced that the Red Line Rail Service will expand its capacity, increasing its daily trips to five in the morning and four in the evening, up from the current two-morning trips. Sanwo-Olu made this known on his Twitter handle, stating: “This enhancement ensures better commuting options for residents traveling between Agbado and…
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LAG-ID CARD: LASRRA urges partners to expedite action on production, distribution
In order to ensure a smoother and more efficient service for Lagos residents, the Lagos State Residents Registration Agency (LASRRA) has called on the stakeholders involved in the card printing and distribution to expedite action and ensure the cards get into the hands of residents in the shortest possible time. LASRRA made this call at a meeting in Lagos with…
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