Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to leveraging the state’s waterways for tourism and transportation as part of its broader economic development strategy. Speaking at the 2024 Lagos Boat Regatta on Saturday, Governor Sanwo-Olu described the event as a celebration of the state’s heritage and an opportunity to showcase its Read More…
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, announced the anticipated completion of two critical infrastructure projects in Lagos by 2025: the Food Security Systems and Central Logistics Hub and the Psychiatric Wellness and Rehabilitation Institute. These developments, situated in the Ketu-Ejirin axis of Epe, are set to bolster the state’s economy and enhance residents’ quality of Read More…
The inaugural Lagos Creates 2024 content creation training programme concluded on November 26, 2024, to widespread acclaim. Held at the Federal Palace Hotel in Victoria Island, Lagos, the three-day event brought together hundreds of creatives, innovators, and thought leaders for networking, inspiration, and celebration. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, represented by Mrs. Oloruntoyin Atekoja, Permanent Secretary of Read More…
Prominent human rights lawyer, Inibehe Effiong, has called for an immediate and thorough investigation into the alarming confession of extra-judicial killings made by Wale Ajetunmobi, a recently suspended aide to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu. Effiong’s demand was made public through a tweet directed at the Governor, urging law enforcement agencies to take swift action. In his Read More…
In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court of Nigeria has reaffirmed the constitutional authority of state governments to regulate lotteries and gaming activities within their jurisdictions. This decision nullifies the National Lottery Act, marking a significant victory for Lagos State and a step towards true federalism. The case, identified as Suit No. SC/1/2008, was brought before Read More…
The Lagos State Government has denied claims that Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has sued the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over an alleged plan to arrest, detain, and prosecute him after his tenure ends in 2027. “Our attention has been drawn to the news circulating in a section of the media, titled: ‘Sanwo-Olu Sues EFCC Read More…
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, today announced the official launch of the Lagos Mass Rail Transit (LMRT) Red Line, marking the start of commercial operations on the 27-kilometer rail route from Agbado to Oyingbo. The Red Line is the state’s second operational rail system in under two years, following the launch of the Blue Line Read More…
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has emphasized that smart packaging is critical for ensuring food security in Nigeria, boosting non-oil exports, and enhancing foreign exchange earnings. Speaking at the 11th edition of the Propak West Africa 2024 Smart Packaging Conference, held in Victoria Island, Lagos, Sanwo-Olu called it a “national priority” that can redefine the Read More…
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has received high praise from the World Bank for the significant transformation his administration has achieved in the state over the past five years. The commendation was delivered by the Bank’s Country Director in Nigeria, Mr. Ndiama Diop, during a courtesy visit to the Governor at the State House in Read More…
In a bold step towards achieving the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, the Lagos State Government has introduced a new initiative aimed at creating a resilient and sustainable future for the city. The Office of Sustainable Development Goals (OSDG) announced on Thursday the launch of the Lagos Sustainability Summit, an annual multidisciplinary forum designed to Read More…
