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Kwara State Executive Council applauds governor for healthcare, social protection initiatives
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin The Kwara State Executive Council received extensive updates on the primary healthcare system’s progress and challenges, alongside the government’s recent social protection initiatives. These briefings underscored the administration’s commitment to advancing healthcare access and community support across the state. Dr. Nusirat Elelu, Executive Secretary of the Primary Health Care Development Agency, outlined notable improvements achieved under…
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Lagos: Gov Sanwo-Olu extends building permit amnesty to year-end
…launches new physical planning barcode Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu has extended the amnesty period for existing buildings without a Planning Permit until December 31, 2024. The announcement came during the Lagos Physical Planning Summit held at Eko Hotel and Suites, marking the second extension since the initial 90-day amnesty, which ran from May 2 to July 30, 2024, and was…
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Lagos unveils campaign targeting hypertension, obesity, diabetes
…says 8.67 million residents affected The Lagos State government has disclosed that approximately 8.67 million residents are living with hypertension, signaling a major public health challenge. Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi, made the announcement during a press briefing on Friday, launching a state-wide campaign to promote awareness and management of hypertension and diabetes under the theme “Know Your Numbers…
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Lagos to ban textile waste from landfills- LAWMA MD
The Managing Director/CEO of the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, has hinted at plans to ban textile waste at all landfills across the state, noting that it is a valuable resource that could be recycled to earn income. He made this disclosure at the Lagos Fashion Week, organised by Style House Files, in collaboration with the Circular…
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We’ll ensure even distribution of roads rehabilitation- Oyo Govt
Residents of Oyo State have been assured of even distribution of rehabilitation, as the Oyo State Road Maintenance Agency, OYSROMA, continues to make efforts to rehabilitate roads in the State. The Chairman, OYSROMA, Mr. Raphael Ogunlade gave the assurance in Ibadan while inspecting some ongoing rehabilitation projects. There have been numerous concerns from Oyo residents in other zones regarding the…
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Lagos Speaker affirms continued existence of LCDAs amid LG law amendments
The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, has reassured residents that the 37 Local Government Development Areas (LCDAs) in the state are here to stay, despite ongoing discussions surrounding amendments to local government law. The assertion was made during a public hearing on the proposed bill aimed at enhancing the administration of local governments…
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Kwara Govt confiscates unwholesome cow meat in Ilorin
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin The Kwara State Government has confiscated allegedly unwholesome cow meat at the Akerebiata Abattoir market in Ilorin. The Permanent Secretary of the State Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, Mrs. Funke Sokoya, stated that the action aims to protect residents from consuming unhealthy meat. Mrs. Sokoya disclosed that one of the core mandates of the Ministry…
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Don’t make nonsense of our huge investment in agric , Ekiti Govt. warns herders
… as state Prohibits underage, night grazing Ekiti state government has issued a stern warning to herders operating in the state not to make a mess of government’s huge investment in agriculture by allowing their flocks invade and destroy farms in the state. The Special Adviser to the Governor on Security Matters, Brig. General Ebenezer Ogundana (rtd) gave the warning…
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Lagos DG, Hamzat urges action on climate change
The Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Dr Obafemi Hamzat, has expressed fear that unless necessary measures are put in place, the state might be submerged under water in due course. Hamzat cited the UK, and New York City as the towns where people are already moving away to safer places because of climate change. Speaking at the opening of a Strategic Stakeholders…
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Why Lagos didn’t join 19 States in Supreme Court fight ainst EFCC – AG
Lagos State Attorney General (AG) and Commissioner for Justice, Lawal Pedro, SAN, has explained why the state did not join 19 other states in challenging the legitimacy of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) at the Supreme Court. While the 19 states had filed a case questioning the EFCC’s legal foundation, Lagos remained absent from the coalition, with the…
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