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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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KWSIEC gears up for credible LG polls in Kwara
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin Barring any last-minute changes, the Kwara State Independent Electoral Commission (KWSIEC) is set to conduct a credible local government election on Saturday, September 21. The polls will be held across the 16 local government areas of the state, marking a significant electoral event nearly six years into the administration of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq. During his first…
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Sanwo-Olu celebrates Hazmat at 60
..says ‘He is a trusted, committed partner’ The governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has congratulated his deputy, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, on his Diamond birthday, describing him as “a trusted, committed and dedicated partner.” He said Hazmat, who clocks 60 on Thursday, is a brother, friend and partner in the Greater Lagos agenda. The Governor noted that the cordial…
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LASG issues contravention notice to over 280 Lekki property owners
As a move to sanitize the waterfront corridor, the Lagos State government has issued contravention notice to over 280 property owners and occupiers in the Mayegun Waterfront Scheme located in Eti-Osa local government. The state government made this known on its X handle, saying that the occupants were required to provide relevant documentation and approvals that justify their occupation of…
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Makinde set to flag off Ibadan Airport upgrade on Wednesday
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, is set to flag off the upgrade of Ibadan Airport, Alakia, to international status on Wednesday. This development follows weeks after the governor inaugurated an 11-member committee to oversee the project’s implementation. The committee, led by former Commissioner for Finance, Mr. Bimbo Adekanmbi, has been tasked with ensuring the timely delivery of the project. The…
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LASG reopens Cubana Chief Priest’s restaurant after 48-hour closure
By Tosin Brown Following a 48-hour closure of De Angels (Donald’s Fast Food) due to environmental violations, the Lagos State Government has reopened the restaurant owned by popular celebrity, Cubana Chief Priest. The eatery was sealed on Sunday, September 15, but has since addressed the necessary issues and resumed operations. The Lagos State Commissioner for the Ministry of Environment and…
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Heed flood alerts, safety measures, Kwara gov’t urges residents
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin The Kwara State Government has called on residents to take flood warnings and precautionary measures seriously, as part of ongoing efforts to mitigate the impact of flooding in the state. The appeal was made on Tuesday by the Commissioner for Communication, Bola Olukoju, who emphasized the need for communities, especially in flood-prone areas, to remain vigilant.…
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Lagos Assembly condemns murder of Prince Kazeem Akinloye, calls for urgent investigation
The Lagos State House of Assembly has condemned the murder of Prince Kazeem Ademola Akinloye, the first son of the Ojomu of Ajiran land, Oba Tijani Akinloye, describing the incident as “one too many.” The Assembly called on Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, to swiftly launch an investigation into the tragic incident to ensure justice…
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Glitz, glamour as First Baptist Church Ilorin marks 85th anniversary
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin The 4,000 church auditorium was filled to capacity with overflow of members, visitors and well wishers who had come from far and near to celebrate the 85th year anniversary of the church. The church members clad in Aso-ebi (uniform) with predominant gold and black colours were in high spirits, jubilant with hearts full of thanksgiving. On…
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Laderin train station road to be completed soon- Abiodun
…calls for quick dispensation of justice Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, on Tuesday promised that the construction of the Laderin train station road in Abeokuta will soon be completed. Abiodun, who decried the idea by the Federal Government to conceptualize and build the train station without an access road, said that his administration, upon the construction of a world-class…
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