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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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Stakeholders discuss solutions for water, housing, jobs in Lagos Island at United Nations Women/ NILDS program
The National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS) and the United Nations Women organization held a stakeholders’ meeting on Wednesday, focused on advancing women’s political participation and representation in Lagos Island. The event, organized by Honourable Princess Lara Oyekan Olumegbon, member representing Lagos Island Constituency 1, served as a platform to address pressing issues in the community, including water…
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Osun: Release technical reports on Olaiya Flyover Bridge, APC tells Gov Adeleke
…alleges govt plan to demolish bridge By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State has challenged the state government to provide technical reports and laboratory results to substantiate claims of faults at the Olaiya Flyover Bridge in Osogbo, the state capital. The Ademola Adeleke-led government recently banned heavy-duty trucks from using the Olaiya Flyover Bridge, citing…
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2025-2027 MTEF: No part of Ogun State left out of our projects distribution – Abiodun
…approves reconstruction of Imoro-Imegun-Opopo road, Igbeba-Eid praying ground to Prison road, others in Ogun East The Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has said that no part of Ogun State has been left out of the developmental projects of his administration in the 2025-2027 Medium Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) and the 2025 Budget. According to him, projects were evenly distributed…
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LASG expects 20,000 participants at Afropolis 2024
The Lagos State Government is expecting over 20,000 participants at Afropolis 2024, a festival aimed at celebrating African cultural heritage, from October 26 to November 3, 2024. The event, organized by the Lagos State Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture in partnership with QDance, will highlight the potential of the creative industries to drive economic growth and cultural exchange. Lagos…
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Ogun urges residents of flood-prone areas to relocate
The Ogun State Government has advised residents of flooded areas affected by the recent release of water from Oyan Dam to relocate to higher ground in line with its earlier warning. Affected areas include Isheri, Riverview Estate, Oshorun Estate, OPIC Estate, Arepo, Mawere, Akute, Alagbole, Orimerunmu, and Magboro. The Commissioner for Environment, Mr. Ola Oresanya, stated this in response to…
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Ogun governor honoured for exceptional support to retirees
The Association of Retired Heads of Service and Permanent Secretaries in Ogun State on Tuesday expressed gratitude to Governor Dapo Abiodun for making life more meaningful for pensioners. The Governor also received a prestigious award at the 5th Annual General Meeting and 25th Anniversary of the association. Chairman of the Association, Engr. Niyi Abiola, speaking at the anniversary celebration, noted…
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Kwara Govt reintroduces free bus palliative to ease transport costs
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin The Kwara State Government has reintroduced a bus palliative program to provide relief to residents of Ilorin Metropolis amidst the current economic challenges in Nigeria. The Commissioner for Business, Innovation, and Technology, Hon. Damilola Yusuf Adelodun, announced this in her office, stating that the initiative is part of the State’s efforts to cushion the impact of…
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28-year-old arrested for theft, selling stolen goods in Osun
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo A 28-year-old gang leader, Musbau Saheed Ganiyu, has been arrested by the Osun Amotekun Corps for masterminding a series of shop break-ins, phone snatchings, and thefts. Addressing journalists at the state headquarters of the corps in Osogbo, the commander, Dr. Omoyele Adekunle, explained that Ganiyu’s operation involved posing as a customer to deceive shop owners. He…
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Osun REC urges political stakeholders to focus on issues, not personal attacks
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo The Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Osun State, Dr. Mutiu Agboke, has expressed concern over the growing trust deficit in Nigeria’s electoral process. Speaking at the 2024 Press Week of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) in Osun, Agboke emphasized that the current trend of personal attacks on INEC…
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