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Security, Health, Education top priorities as Edo engages citizens on 2026 budget
By Folashade Olorunfemi The Edo State Government has structured its proposed 2026 Budget around a five-point agenda focusing on Security, Health, Infrastructure, Natural Resources and Agriculture, and Education, as part of efforts to strengthen economic resilience and improve the overall quality of life across the state. The proposal, developed through the Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning (MBEP), emphasizes inclusive…
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Lagos Speaker applauds Sanwo-Olu’s leadership, backs N4.237trn ‘Budget of shared prosperity’
Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. (Hon) Mudashiru Obasa, has commended Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu for what he described as a sustained record of “resourceful consistency” in navigating economic challenges and advancing infrastructure development across the state. Obasa made the remarks on Tuesday during the formal presentation of the 2026 Appropriation Bill at the Assembly Chamber. Governor Sanwo-Olu…
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Lagos unveils Culture Week to kick off ‘Detty December’ festivities
By Adeola Ogunrinde – Lagos is gearing up for a grand cultural showcase as the state government announces preparations for the maiden edition of Lagos Culture Week, a two-day celebration of the city’s heritage, creativity, and vibrant lifestyle. The event, organised by the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture in partnership with the Lagos Cultural Mission, will hold on Sunday,…
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BREAKING: Sanwo-Olu presents N4.2trn 2026 budget estimate before Lawmakers
By Adeola Ogunrinde The governor of Lagos State, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Tuesday presented budget estimate of N4.2tn for the 2026 fiscal year. Presenting the budget estimate tagged “Shared Prosperity” before the lawmakers, Sanwo-Olu explained that the budget was anchored on four pillars- Human-centred approach, modern Infrastructure, thriving economy, and effective governance. He proposed N2.185trn capital expenditure while pegging recurrent expenditure…
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NCS enhances safety standards with specialised first aid training in Akure
By Boye Oyeyemi The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has completed a specialised first aid training programme for officers of the Ondo/Ekiti Area Command, aimed at strengthening emergency response during field operations. The training, held in Akure, was approved by the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, as part of ongoing reforms to enhance safety standards and boost operational readiness across…
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Governor Abiodun pays courtesy visit to Olubadan, hails monarch’s leadership
By Adejayan Gbenga – Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, on Monday paid a congratulatory and courtesy visit to the Olubadan of Ibadanland, His Imperial Majesty Oba Rasidi Adewolu Ladoja (Arusa I), at his palace in Ibadan. The governor described the engagement as warm and honourable, noting that the visit provided an opportunity to celebrate the monarch and convey the goodwill…
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Makinde reassures residents of fair process on Ibadan Circular Road project
By Adejayan Gbenga – Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has reaffirmed his commitment to ensuring that all development projects in the state are executed in a fair, humane, and inclusive manner, amid ongoing criticisms of the 110km Senator Rashidi Ladoja Circular Road Project. Presenting the 2026 Budget Proposal to the Oyo State House of Assembly on Monday, Makinde announced that…
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Insecurity: Ogun to begin documentation of foreign workers
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, on Monday announced a series of strengthened security measures aimed at safeguarding the state amid rising cases of banditry, terrorism, and other violent crimes across Nigeria. Speaking to journalists in Iperu after a high-level security meeting, the governor said the state will immediately begin documenting all undocumented foreign nationals working with multinational companies operating…
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South West governors pledge enhanced security, regional development at Ibadan meeting
The South West Governors’ Forum, comprising the governors of Lagos, Ogun, Oyo, Osun, Ekiti, and Ondo States, has announced a series of measures aimed at strengthening security, boosting economic development, and promoting regional cooperation. The meeting took place on Monday at the Governor’s Office Secretariat in Ibadan, Oyo State. In a communique released after the meeting, the forum commended President…
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Jakande, Adefuye grieve Osiyemi’s passing, celebrate his impact
The Chairmen of Odi-Olowo/Ojuwoye LCDA and Yaba Local Council Development Area, Hon. Seyi Jakande and Hon. Bayo Adefuye, have expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Prince Bayo Osiyemi, former Special Adviser on Chieftaincy Affairs to Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu. The two council bosses conveyed their condolences in separate statements personally signed on Monday. In his tribute, Jakande described…
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