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The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) has reasserted its unwavering dedication to enforcing environmental regulations throughout the state. The agency has declared its intention to take a firm stance, particularly against persistent polluters, in order to safeguard the environment. Mr. Kayode Bello, the Director,Enforcement, LASEPA, made this announcement in a statement released on Sunday. Read More…
The Catholic Archdiocese of Lagos State delivered a solemn charge to eleven newly ordained priests on Thursday, urging them to dedicate themselves to God’s service, the welfare of the people, and a life of selflessness. This directive came during the ordination ceremony of these young priests, a vital step in maintaining the propagation of the Read More…
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, expressed deep sorrow over the passing of 12-year-old Adebola Akin-Bright, a young boy afflicted with a missing intestine. Akin-Bright, who had been receiving care at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH), tragically lost his battle on Tuesday. Sanwo-Olu conveyed his heartfelt condolences, stating, “I am saddened by the death Read More…
The Lagos State Examinations Board has announced that candidates who did not achieve passing grades in Mathematics and English Language during the 2023 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) will have the opportunity to retake these subjects. Mr. Fatai Bakare, the Board’s Public Affairs Officer, conveyed this information on Wednesday in Lagos. The resit examination has Read More…
In a society where the value of mental health and wellbeing is becoming increasingly recognised, it is critical to bring attention to conditions that affect millions of people but are rarely spoken about. In this regard, we must pay special attention to and learn about Alzheimer’s disease, a relentless neurodegenerative disorder. Professor Akin Abayomi, the Read More…
The Federal Ministry of Works has swiftly responded to concerns raised over the state of the Dorman-Long Bridge, following a viral video on social media suggesting that a portion of the bridge was in critical condition. In a press release dated September 18, 2023, the ministry clarified the situation. The video, which gained traction on Read More…
In the bustling metropolis of Lagos, here’s your exclusive weather forecast: Monday: Lagosians can expect a day that begins with cloudy skies and the possibility of light rains during the morning hours. As the day progresses, brace yourselves for thunderstorms accompanied by heavy rains in the afternoon and evening. Tuesday: Start your day in Lagos Read More…
Following a day of devastating floods that wreaked havoc on the Lagos-Badagry Expressway, a Special Intervention Team, established under the guidance of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, swung into action on Sunday to address the issue. The torrential rainfall had triggered flooding in numerous areas across Lagos, including sections of the vital expressway, causing significant distress to Read More…
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has once again proven that the world of fashion holds secrets beyond the runway, as they foiled the elaborate plans of transnational drug trafficking organisations attempting to export methamphetamine and skunk. Mr. Femi Babafemi, the agency’s spokesperson, unveiled this daring tale in a statement released on Sunday in Read More…
Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) revealed on Sunday that two buildings, one of two storeys and the other four storeys high, situated side by side, had collapsed in the Kosofe area of the state. Dr. Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, the Permanent Secretary of the agency, issued a statement confirming the incident at No. 47-49 Oduntan St., Read More…
