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AbdulRazaq lauds Sanwo-Olu’s infrastructure renewal projects

By Adeola Ogunrinde The governor of Kwara State, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has lauded the effort of Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu in repositioning the state through infrastructure renewal projects. Speaking as a guest of honour at the commissioning of the Ikeja Redline Overpass Bridge on Tuesday, AbdulRazaq commended the dexterity and vigour exhibited by Sanwo-Olu to change the socio-economic landscape…

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Kaztec Engineering asks Appeal Court to set aside judgment on OML 123,124,126,137 dispute

An indigenous oil and gas engineering company, Kaztec Engineering Limited, has asked the Abuja Division of the Court of Appeal to set aside the judgment of Justice Nkeonye Evelyn Maha of Federal High Court Abuja, which struck out its suit filed against the Ministry of Petroleum Resources, and five others regarding Oil Mining Leases (OMLs) 123, 124, 126 and 137.…

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Adeleke lifts curfew on Ifon/Ilobu communities

Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has directed that, the curfew imposed on the two communities in the State, Ifon and Ilobu in Irepodun local government be lifted forthwith. This action, according to the Governor was as a result of a near perfect semblance of peace and orderliness that has returned to the hitherto warring communities. A press statement signed to…

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Ekiti State to honour legendary sculptor Olowe of Ise with museum

The Governor of Ekiti State, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, has revealed his intention to establish a museum in Ise-Ekiti, the hometown of the famous wood carver Olowe of Ise, who died in 1934. The museum will showcase the works of Olowe, who is regarded as one of the most important 20th century artists of the Yoruba people of Nigeria. Governor Oyebanji…

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2024 Appropriation Bill scales second reading in Lagos Assembly

The 2024 Appropriation Bill presented by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu before the House of Assembly last week has scaled second reading on Monday. WesternPost had reported that Sanwo-Olu presented N2.24trn budget estimate for the consideration of the lawmakers. Speaking during plenary session, Chairman of the Committee on Economic Planning, Hon. Lukmon Olumoh (Ajeromi-Ifelodun 1) said the budget aims to address various…

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Constraints in tax laws slowing down Lagos revenue growth — Sanwo-Olu

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has said the current tax revenue accruing to the State is a far cry from actual projection, noting that the State has not fully optimised its tax potential. The Governor said Lagos had the capacity to widen its tax base and enhance efficiency in collection mechanism, but noted that the State’s efforts had been slowed…

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Sanwo-Olu seeks investors support to grow MSMEs

By Adeola Ogunrinde Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu has called for the support of investors to partner MSMEs and scale up their products and services in order to break into AfCFTA and global market. Sanwo-Olu said with the collaboration, there would be a reasonable return on investment for small businesses in Lagos and Nigeria. Speaking at the closing ceremony…

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Lagos APC holds maiden Christmas carol

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos state, on Sunday held its maiden Christmas Carol at the party’s secretariat in Ikeja. WesternPost reports that the carol was attended by the Wife of the Governor, Dr (Mrs) Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, wife of the Deputy Governor, Mrs Oluremi Hamzat, Secretary to the State Government, Barr. Bimbola Salu-Hundeyin, Chief of Staff to the Governor,…

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