The Lagos State Taskforce has arrested and prosecuted twelve (12) suspected land grabbers who were reportedly terrorizing occupants of NERDC Road, Alausa, Ikeja. The suspects were apprehended following credible intelligence that they were obstructing lawful occupants from carrying out their legitimate activities. Reports also indicated that they assaulted one Mr. Ashafa of Prestige Hotel, Ikeja, and arrived at the scene armed with dangerous weapons. The operations which is part of the mandate of the Agency to prevent and completely halt the activities of land grabbers across the state whose activities if not checked could lead to disruption of developmental activities…
Author: Oluwatoyin Mathnuel
Adron Homes and Properties, Nigeria’s leading real estate development company, proudly marks its 13th anniversary today, celebrating over a decade of groundbreaking achievements in the real estate sector. Since its inception, Adron Homes has remained committed to providing affordable and luxurious housing solutions, making homeownership accessible to Nigerians across all socioeconomic classes. With a vision to bridge the housing deficit in Nigeria and beyond, Adron Homes has consistently set new industry benchmarks. The company has developed and delivered thousands of quality homes in strategic locations nationwide, including Lagos, Ogun, Oyo, Abuja, and Nasarawa, expanding the frontiers of modern real estate…
Members of the Lagos State House of Assembly on Thursday listed some achievements of the Bola Tinubu-led administration describing the President as a blessing to Nigeria. Speaking during plenary, the lawmakers took time to eulogise the President saying he came into office at a time when Nigerians were at a crossroads over the country’s socio-economic status before the 2023 elections. Raising the motion, Hon. Tobun Abiodun (Epe I) told his colleagues that the policies initiated by Tinubu had begun to yield positive results in less than two years of his being in office. Tobun noted that the country’s GDP had…
The suspended traditional ruler of Orile Ifo, Oba Abdulsemiu Ogunjobi, has been remanded at the Ilaro Correctional Centre in Ogun State after failing to meet his bail conditions. The spokesperson for the correctional facility, Yinka Odukoya, confirmed this to PUNCH Online on Wednesday, stating that the monarch remained in custody as he had yet to perfect his bail. Odukoya said, “Yes, he is in our custody, which means he has been unable to meet the bail conditions granted by the court yesterday. However, as soon as he does, he will be released.” The Ogun State Police Command had on Tuesday…
A police constable attached to Mada Station Division of Nasarawa command of the Nigerian Police Force has shot and killed himself. The police constable identified as Dogara Akolo-Moses, was reportedly seen going about his duty in Nasarawa Eggon local government area where the division is located, on the day he took his life. A witness said the officer went into a private room and shot himself and the sound of the gun attracted all officers on duty who rushed to the scene but met the deceased lying in the pool of his blood. “Colleagues of the deceased who were outside…
By Oluwatoyin Mathnuel Traders of Orilowo Perishable Foods Market in Owode along Ikorodu / Mile 12 Road, Lagos state has vowed to abide by the Lagos Market Laws and order as the market opened for operation on Wednesday February 5. Speaking at the unveiling, the President of the Centre for Human and Socio-Economic Rights (CHSR), Com. Alex Omotehinse, told the traders that they should obey all the laws guiding markets in the state, adding that the trader would have the human rights activists to contend with if they violate any of the laws of the state. “CHSR as a reputable…
Fidelity Bank, a leading financial institution, has announced the imminent launch of its dedicated physical facility for Small and Medium-scale Enterprises (SME) and entrepreneurs in the creative sector. Known as the Fidelity SME Hub, the multipurpose facility features training halls, meeting rooms, networking spaces, podcast rooms as well as music, photography and content production studios. “For nearly four decades, Fidelity Bank has been at the forefront of supporting small businesses in achieving their potential and driving the nation’s economy. During this time, we have recognized that SMEs require more than just financial assistance. This realization has led to the implementation…
L-R Joseph Murabula CEO Kenya Climate Innovation Center, Kenya; Akinola Sholanke (Covener, Nigeria Climate Change Forum); Dr. Gregory Jobome (Executive Director, Access Bank Plc); *Hon. Terseer Ugbor (Deputy Chairman, House Committee on Environment, House of Representatives Nigeria); *Tehrani Irantalab Arash (Head of Corporation, High Commission of Canada in Nigeria); Alero Balogun (Senior Vice President, Corporate Service, Oando Clean Energy Limited) Access Bank PLC has reinforced its leadership in sustainable finance and climate action as the Gold Sponsor of the Nigeria Climate Change Forum (NCCF) in Abuja, which brought together Africa’s most influential policymakers, global investors, and sustainability pioneers to drive…
In a bid to ensuring dignity of persons and for the protection of sanctity of our revered traditional institution, the Ogun State Government led by Prince Dapo Abiodun, has placed Oba Abdulsemiu Adewale Ogunjobi, the Olorile of Orile-Ifo on six months suspension for his uncivil conduct not befitting the status of an Oba. The decision was reached after the Kabiyesi and his victim were invited by the Honourable Commissioner, Ministry of Local Govt and Chieftaincy Affairs for interrogation. This became imperative as a result of the reckless utterances and public misconduct of the Kabiyesi as it was evident in the…
The Ogun State Government has vowed to investigate a viral video showing the Oloorile of Orile Ifo in Ifo Local Government Area, Oba Semiu Ogunjobi, allegedly subjecting Chief Arinola Abraham to dehumanising treatment. In the two-minute clip, Arinola was seen kneeling on the road while a man, said to be Ogunjobi, cursed him and his family while accusing him of conspiracy. The monarch, reportedly a retired police officer, also boasted of his influence over law enforcement agencies, threatening to jail the chief. At one point, a man accompanying the traditional ruler slapped Arinola and ordered him to prostrate before the…