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Lagos empowers 15,000 women, celebrates community development
The Lagos State Government has financially empowered over 15,000 women across the state’s Local Governments and Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs). Each beneficiary received ₦50,000 to support their businesses, according to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu. Governor Sanwo-Olu disclosed this on Thursday during the 2024 Community Day Celebration held at the Police College, Ikeja, with the theme “Stronger Together: Building a Resilient…
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Kwara pupils win Presidential Debate for third time under Gov AbdulRazaq
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin Kwara State Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq has celebrated the four public school pupils who emerged winners of the President’s School Debate Championship on Thursday in Abuja. The victorious team comprised 10-year-old Ajibulu Esther of Tanke LGEA School B, Ilorin South LGA; 12-year-old Akanbi Al-Amin of St. Cyprian LGEA Primary School, Offa, Offa LGA; 12-year-old Paul Unity of…
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BREAKING: Sanwo-Olu presents 2025 budget proposal of N3trn
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has unveiled the state’s 2025 budget proposal, tagged the “Budget of Sustainability.” The proposed budget totals N3.005 trillion, with a strong focus on capital projects aimed at economic growth and development. Key Highlights of the Budget: Total Revenue and Deficit: Total revenue: N2.597 trillion (comprising Internally Generated Revenue of N1.970 trillion and federal transfers of…
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Gov. Adeleke represents South West on Ad Hoc committee on national electrification plan
The National Economic Council at its meeting on Thursday reviewed the state of the nation’s electricity sector and resolved to engage subnational structures to address current challenges in the sector. The Spokesperson to Governor Adeleke, Mallam Olawale Rasheed, in a statement stated that the meeting particularly sought to build on the devolution of the electricity sector and its movement into…
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Falana lauds Lagos Government, LNSA for community policing efforts
Renowned social critic and human rights lawyer, Mr. Femi Falana (SAN), has lauded the Lagos State Government and the Lagos State Neighbourhood Safety Agency (LNSA) for their strides in enhancing community policing and ensuring the safety of residents. Falana expressed his commendation on Monday during a visit to the LNSA headquarters in Bolade-Oshodi, Lagos. He acknowledged the state government’s efforts…
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Osun: NANS/JCC lauds Governor Adeleke for approving N75,000 minimum wage
By Deborah Oladejo, OsogboThe National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), Joint Campus Council (JCC), Osun Axis, has praised Governor Ademola Adeleke for approving a new minimum wage of N75,000 for workers in Osun State.Speaking to journalists on Wednesday, Afolabi Oluwatobiloba Faruq, the newly elected Chairman of NANS/JCC Osun Axis, commended Governor Adeleke’s administration for prioritizing the welfare of workers, noting…
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Lagos Deputy Governor urges media collaboration to drive national growth
Lagos State Deputy Governor, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, has emphasized the need for stronger collaboration between the government and media practitioners to promote inclusive governance and nation-building. He made the call on Wednesday during a media parley organized by the Office of Political, Legislative, and Civic Engagement, tagged “Breakfast Media Chat,” at Eko Hotel and Suites, Victoria Island. Dr. Hamzat…
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OSPMS crisis: CSOs give police ultimatum to remove OC of Anti-Kidnapping Unit
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo Concerned Civil Society Groups in Osun State have demanded the removal of the Officer-in-Charge of the Anti-Kidnapping Unit, SP Moses Lohor, over the alleged shooting of the Chairman of the Osun State Park Management System (OSPMS), Nurudeen Iyanda, popularly known as Alowonle. The groups issued a seven-day ultimatum to the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode…
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NIS, Osun FA seal coaches training pact
By Tosin Omojola The National Institute for Sports (NIS), Lagos, has entered into a partnership with the Osun State Football Association to train local coaches. The agreement, signed on Wednesday at the NIS headquarters in Lagos, will kick off with the first batch of 100 coaches in Osogbo during the second week of December. Speaking at the signing ceremony, NIS…
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Osun: Adeleke urges calm, assures justice in OSPMS unrest
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has called for calm and urged residents to allow authorities to investigate and ensure justice in the alleged attempted murder of the Chairman of the State Park Management System (OSPMS), Nurudeen Iyanda Wakili, popularly known as Alowonle. In a statement issued by the Governor’s spokesperson, Mallam Olawale Rasheed, Adeleke appealed to…
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