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Lagos residents can breathe a sigh of relief as the rehabilitation of the vital Third Mainland Bridge nears completion. Minister of Works, Sen. Dave Umahi, announced during a recent infrastructure project tour that only minor work remains before the bridge reopens to the public. “The main construction work is finished,” declared Umahi. “We’re just focusing Read More…
Lagos residents looking to stock up on discounted groceries ahead of Easter can rejoice! Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has announced the “Ounje Eko” Sunday Market will be held this Friday, March 29th, in the spirit of the Easter celebration. “We understand the importance of affordability during this festive period,” Commissioner for Information and Strategy Gbenga Omotosho Read More…
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has urged citizens to unite and seek solutions rather than engage in a blame game over the nation’s current economic difficulties. Speaking at the 25th State House Ramadan Tafseer Anniversary Prayer, Sanwo-Olu, represented by Deputy Governor Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, emphasised the need for collective action and patriotism. “The challenges Read More…
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has commended the Dangote Foundation for its substantial donation aimed at alleviating the economic struggles faced by Lagos residents. The foundation’s contribution of 80,000 10kg bags of rice and 4,500,000 loaves of bread is part of a broader national food intervention programme. During the programme’s launch at Lagos House, Ikeja, Sanwo-Olu highlighted Read More…
The UN Food Waste Index Report 2024, released by the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) in anticipation of the International Day of Zero Waste, reveals a staggering 1 billion meals wasted daily across all continents in 2022. This alarming figure contrasts sharply with the 783 million people affected by hunger and the one-third of humanity grappling Read More…
A 43-year-old hotel cashier, Tiamiyu Ayanbode, was brought before an Ikeja Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday, facing allegations of embezzling N6.7 million from his employer. Residing in Agege, Lagos, Ayanbode stands accused of theft, to which he has entered a plea of not guilty. “In the period between October 2023 and January, at the Lagos Airport Read More…
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu conducted a test run of the Red Line train on Saturday, meticulously inspecting the tracks and rail corridors. This prelude comes ahead of the formal commissioning scheduled for next Thursday, where President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will inaugurate the Lagos Rail Mass Transit (LRMT) infrastructure along with its stations and ancillary Read More…
Hold onto your hats, Lagosians, because Easter is about to get a whole lot more exciting! The Lagos State Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture is inviting residents to embark on an unforgettable aquatic adventure—the Lagos Boat Regatta. This Easter celebration promises a vibrant blend of cultural immersion, thrilling competition, and a chance to rediscover Read More…
As the grip of economic hardship tightens on Nigerians, Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has emerged as a beacon of hope, unveiling a comprehensive relief package designed to shield residents from the harshest blows. Recognising the multifaceted nature of the challenges, the governor’s plan tackles issues ranging from transportation costs and food insecurity to education Read More…
The Federal Government has confirmed the continuation of rehabilitation works on the Third Mainland Bridge starting Thursday, as announced by the Federal Controller of Works in Lagos State, Mrs. Olukorede Kesha, in a statement released on Wednesday in Lagos. Expressing understanding for the inconvenience caused by traffic diversions, Kesha appealed for patience and cooperation from Read More…
