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Abiru congratulates Hamzat at 60
The Senator representing Lagos East Senatorial District, Sen. Tokunbo Abiru, on Thursday, congratulated the Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Dr Obafemi Hamzat on his 60th birthday. Abiru, in a statement he personally signed, said the life journey of Hamzat has been one of exemplary service, resilience and unwavering commitment to the growth and development of Lagos and Nigeria as a…
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Makinde pledges another upgrade of Ibadan Airport in 12 months
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has announced that his administration will complete the upgrade of the Ibadan Airport, now renamed Samuel Ladoke Akintola Airport, to international standards within the next 12 months. Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony for the airport upgrade yesterday, Makinde revealed that the first phase of the project has been awarded to Craneburg at a cost of…
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Lagos has recorded significant GDP growth over five years, Sanwo-Olu reveals
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has revealed that the state’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) has seen significant growth over the past five years, attributing the achievement to his administration’s strategic economic policies. Speaking on Wednesday during a courtesy visit from the Governing Council of the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN), led by its President, Prof. Pius Olanrewaju, at…
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British battery recycling company to berth in Ogun
A five million dollar British battery recycling company is to be set up in Ogun State. The British High Commissioner in Nigeria, Mr. Richard Montgomery, disclosed this on Wednesday when he led some officials of the Commission on a courtesy call on the State governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, in his office at Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta. Montgomery said that when operational, it…
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Osun LG polls: APC, two others, risk disqualification, says OSSIEC
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo The Osun State Independent Electoral Commission (OSSIEC) has revealed that three parties—the All Progressives Congress (APC), Allied Peoples Movement (APM), and Action Peoples Party (APP)—have breached electoral guidelines related to candidate substitution. Chairman of OSSIEC, Hashim Akintunde Abioye, made this announcement on Wednesday at a media briefing held at the Osun Correspondents’ Chapel of the Nigeria…
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Kwara: 15 buildings sealed off for violating environmental laws
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin The Kwara State Government has reiterated its commitment to maintaining a hygienic and safe environment to prevent the outbreak of cholera and other diseases detrimental to the health of Kwara residents. This follows the sealing off of 15 buildings for violating environmental laws, including eight buildings in Sabo-Oke, Ilorin South Local Government Area. The State Commissioner…
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Police arrest suspected Yoruba Nation agitators in Osun
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo The Osun State Police Command has arrested suspected members of the outlawed Yoruba Nation group. During a suspects’ parade held at the Command headquarters in Osogbo on Wednesday, Deputy Police Public Relations Officer Emmanuel Giwa-Alade revealed the identities of those apprehended: 61-year-old Fagbayi Oluwafemi, 63-year-old Joy Faseyeku, and 64-year-old Alabede Janet. Giwa-Alade stated that the individuals…
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Kwara distributes 42,000 bags of fertilizer to farmers
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin The Kwara State Government has launched the distribution of 42,000 bags of fertilizer to farmers across the state, aiming to boost agricultural productivity and promote food security. The initiative which took off on Wednesday, is part of a broader effort to ensure bountiful harvests. The fertilizers, provided by the Central Bank of Nigeria through the Federal…
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BREAKING: Lagos dominates boxing at 2024 National Youth Games
Team Lagos made history by claiming all four gold medals in the boxing competition at the 2024 National Youth Games. The U-15 boxing team delivered a clean sweep across various weight categories, cementing Lagos’ dominance in the sport and marking a major milestone for youth sports in Nigeria. The gold rush began with Agboola Oyindamola’s triumph in the 40kg female…
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Lagos partners FG, private sector, to boost tourism sector
By Adeola Ogunrinde The Lagos State Government has announced plans to collaborate with the Federal Government and the private sector to enhance tourism in the state. Commissioner for Tourism, Arts, and Culture, Mrs. Toke Benson-Awoyinka, disclosed this on Wednesday during an inspection tour of key tourist attractions in Lagos. Among the sites visited were the J. Randle Centre for Yoruba…
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