…… signs position paper to formalise collaboration The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), has partnered the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) and the Food and Beverage Recycling Alliance (FBRA), to promote sustainable plastic waste management in Lagos State, through circular economy practices. The initiative tagged, UNIDO Project 210184: “Promoting Sustainable Plastic Value Chains through Circular Economy Practices”, is funded by the Government of Japan, seeking to strengthen Nigeria’s capacity for inclusive and sustainable industrial development, by addressing plastic pollution at source. As part of the project, four plastic waste collection facilities and thirty designated collection points will be established…
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As part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives, leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, recently donated food packs to Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Abuja residents. Themed, the Fidelity Food Bank initiative, the outreach saw the bank’s officials distribute the food items to seven communities in the Mabushi district of the FCT. Speaking at the distribution event, the Executive Director, North, Fidelity Bank Plc, Mr. Sufiyanu Garba, emphasized the bank’s commitment to community development and its alignment with Sustainable Development Goal 2, which seeks to eradicate hunger. “This initiative stems from our deep-seated responsibility to support underserved communities and contribute…
The Lagos State Government has expressed deep sadness over the tragic death of a pregnant woman, Mrs. Folajimi, in Lakowe, Ibeju-Lekki. The incident has led to public outrage, as it allegedly involved a birth attendant and a private healthcare facility that denied her care due to a lack of financial deposit. On behalf of Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu and the entire health family, I extended heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family affected by this tragic loss. No one should die during childbirth. In response to the incident, the Lagos State Government is conducting a thorough investigation to examine the circumstances…
His Majesty, Professor Adeyemi Obalanlege, Ph.D, the Olota of Otta, paid a historic courtesy visit to the newly crowned Osolo of Isolo, Aworiland, His Royal Majesty, Oba Isa Abiodun Farounbi Shekoni on the 5th of April, 2025. Oba Shekoni, who was recently installed through the instrumentality of the Lagos State Government and Isolo-in-Council, has since commenced the compulsory traditional seclusion (Ipebi) in accordance with the age-long customs of the ancient Awori Kingdom. During the visit, Kabiyesi Olota congratulated the new monarch and offered heartfelt prayers for a peaceful, prosperous, and impactful reign on the throne of his forebears. Kabiyesi Olota…
Dr Victor Omololu Olunloyo, a former governor of Oyo State for three months, is dead. Aged 89 He was the Governor in the Second Republic after defeating late Chief Bola Ige in the 1983 election on the platform of the National Party of Nigeria (NPN). Born 14 April 1935, Olunloyo was the first Ibadan man to be Oyo state governor, father to Nigeria controversial investigative journalist Kemi Olunloyo. May the great mathematician soul rest in peace.
The Mogaji Ajiwogbo and Member of the House of Representatives representing Egbeda/Ona-Ara Federal Constituency, Hon Akin Alabi extends his congratulations to the good people of Oyo and the entire Oyo Kingdom on the historic coronation of his imperial majesty, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade, Elewu Etu 1 as the new Alaafin of Oyo, which holds on Saturday, April 5, 2025. The ascension of Oba Owoade marks a new dawn in the rich heritage of Oyo, a venerated land known for its deep-rooted traditions, cultural pride, and enduring legacy. Hon. Akin Alabi expresses optimism that the reign of the new Alaafin will…
As part of the ongoing commitment to community partnership and service, the Delta State Command successfully marked the 2025 maiden National Police Day with a series of impactful events aimed at strengthening police-community relations and promoting public welfare. The Command held a statewide sanitation exercise, free medical outreach, student outreach, and townhall meetings. These series of events were held simultaneously in all the eight Area Commands of the state, with the aim of fostering community engagement, promoting public health, and enhancing our collective environment. As part of the student outreach, officers of the command in collaboration with representatives from POCACOV…
The Honourable Commissioner, Gbenga Omotoso; Permanent Secretary, Olumide Sogunle and others at the event. Lagos State Public Affairs Officers have resolved to step up enlightenment on government policies and projects. It was all at a strategic meeting of the Public Affairs officers in Lagos State Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs), which was convened by the Commissioner for Information and Strategy Gbenga Omotoso to explore innovative ways of enlightening the public about activities of the Babajide Sanwo-Olu administration via all media platforms. “You can’t light a candle and put it under the table” Mr. Omotoso said, quoting from the Holy Bible.…
The Ooni of Ife who doubles as President, Southern Nigeria Traditional Rulers Council (SNTRC), Arole Oodua Olofin Adimula, Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi,CFR, Ojaja II was on Saturday at the cultural city of Oyo accompanied by over hundred traditional rulers from within and outside Osun state to grace the epoch occasion of the official coronation ceremony of the new Alaafin of Oyo Kingdom, His Imperial Majesty, Iku Baba Yeye, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade, Elewu Etu I who was appointed and presented the staff of office at the Oyo state government house by the state governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde in January 2025…
It is with great pleasure that I, Prince Akintoye Adeoye, President and Chairman of Council of the Real Estate Developers Association of Nigeria (REDAN), on behalf of the entire Association, extend my warmest birthday wishes to you. As you celebrate your birthday today, we recognize your outstanding contributions to the real estate industry. Your visionary leadership in making homeownership accessible and building Adron Homes & Properties into a leading brand sets a high standard for excellence. Your passion and dedication continue to inspire many of us in the real estate sector. Today is not just a birthday; it is a…