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LASG sympathises with residents over flash floods

The Lagos State government has sympathised with residents over heavy flash flooding experienced in several parts of the State, including Oko-Oba in Agege, urging everyone to remain vigilant and cautious. A statement signed by the Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Mr. Tunji Bello, explained that the flash flooding experienced in some areas, especially old Oko-Oba Road, resulted from…

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Eid-el-Kabir: Oyetola sues for peace, urges political gladiators to play according to rules 

By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo Governor Adegboyega Oyetola of Osun State has called on citizen and resident of the State to eschew violence and anything capable of undermining the peaceful atmosphere reigning in the State. He called for continued peace just as he urged political gladiators to play according to the rules as the State is approaching election period. The governor…

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Four passengers die, 12 missing after boat capsize on Lagos waterways

Four bodies have been recovered from a boat mishap, which reportedly occurred on Friday night in Lagos. About 16 passengers, including children, were reported to have gone missing after a fibre boat conveying them from Mile 2 to Ojo Local Government axis of the state suddenly capsized. The boat mishap, as gathered, occurred when the passenger fibre boat en route…

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Eid-el-Kabir: Lagos remains safest part in Nigeria- Obasa

Speaker, Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt (Hon) Mudashiru Obasa said the State is safest part of Nigeria. He added that this feat was recorded following conscious steps by successive governments since 1999. Obasa said this in a congratulatory message to Muslims as they mark this year’s Eid-el Kabir. The Speaker noted that the celebration affords Muslims a conscious effort…

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Eid-el-Kabir: Abiru urges Nigerians to support govt end insecurity

Chairman, Senate Committee on Industries and the Senator representing Lagos East Senatorial District , Tokunbo Abiru, has called on Nigerians to collectively support the government in stemming the tide of insecurity and other challenges facing Nigeria. Abiru, in a goodwill message he personally signed  in Lagos, implored Muslims and all Nigerians not to relent in prayers for the nation and also…

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Eid-el-Kabir: Abiodun greets Muslim faithful, calls for moderate celebration

By Kolawole Olayinka, Abeokuta Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun has felicitated Muslim faithful in the state over the celebration of the Eid-el-Kabir festival, with the call to celebrate with moderation. Abiodun in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Kunle Somorin, on Friday, noted that as Muslims all over the world celebrate the festival, it is time to merry and…

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Eid-el-Kabir: Oyetola urges Muslims to pray for peaceful election in Osun 

By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo Osun State Governor, Adegboyega Oyetola, has felicitated Muslims in the state and across the world on the occasion of the 1443 AH Eid-el-Kabir festival, wishing them a joyous and peaceful celebration. In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Ismail Omipidan, the governor implored the Muslim faithful to always exhibit the act of genuine sacrifice and…

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Lagos seals Lekky County apartment water treatment plant, pump station

The Lagos State government through the Lagos State Water Regulatory Commission (LASWARCO) on Thursday sealed the water treatment plant and pump station of the Lekky County Homes Estate in the Lekki area of the state for producing unwholesome water for residents. In an enforcement operation led by the Director, Technical Services of LASWARCO, Mr. Adefemi Afolabi who represented the Executive…

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Osun NSCDC deploys 1,457 men for Eid-el-Kabir celebration

By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Osun State Command, has deployed 1,457 officers and men for the Eid-el-Kabir celebration. The officers were deployed to all entry points in the state, praying grounds, recreation centres and other public places to ensure safety of lives and property. Commandant of the Corps in the state, Agboola Sunday in a…

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Eid-el-Kabir: Sanwo-Olu felicitates Muslims, seeks peaceful co-existence among Nigerians

By Adeola Ogunrinde Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has rejoiced with Muslims on the occasion of the Eid-el-Kabir, urging Lagosians and Nigerians to continue on the path of spirituality and peaceful co-existence. Sanwo-Olu also advised Nigerians, especially Muslims to imbibe the lessons of the sacrifice made by Prophet Ibrahim and work for the unity, peace and progress of the nation. The governor, in…

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