PIX: Images of the courtesy visit by the leadership of St Finbarrs’ College Old Students Association to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu at Alausa, Ikeja. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has hosted the leadership of St Finbarrs’ College Old Students Association who recently paid a courtesy visit to his office at Alausa, Ikeja. The team led by its President, Mr. Patrick Doyle and the football legend Mr. Henry Nwosu, MON, was received by the State Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Mr Jamiu Tolani Alli-Balogun; his counterpart for Youth and Social Development, Mr. Mobolaji Abubakre Ogunlende and the Special Adviser to the Governor on…
Author: Oluwatoyin Mathnuel
Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu has commended the foundational upbringing that shaped the life of former President Olusegun Obasanjo. He gave the commendation yesterday in Abeokuta during a presentation of a musical play titled: “Aremu Omo Ashabi – A Mother, A Son and Destiny”. Mr. Governor, represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Barr. ‘Bimbola Salu-Hundeyin remarked that the musical, organised in honour of late Madam Bernice Ashabi Bankole Obasanjo, mother of former President of Nigeria, His Excellency, Chief Olusegun Aremu Obasanjo, highlighted the profound impact of mother on a child and nation. He commended the…
PIX: (L-R) Permanent Secretary, Office of Physical Planning, Engr. Oluwole Sotire, Honourable Commissioner, Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development, Dr. Oluyinka Olumide, Executive Chairman and Managing Director of Anambra State Physical Planning Board, Barr. Chike F. Maduekwe, General Manager, Anambra State Physical Planning Board, Tpl. Ajuluchukwu Nwankwo, and Special Assistant to the Anambra State Governor on Physical Planning, Dr. Bernard Nwabueze. Lagos State Government has called for the establishment of a forum of Commissioners for Physical Planning in the country to assist in comparing notes. The call was made by the Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Dr.…
The Lagos State Government has announced that traffic will be diverted from Osborne/Dolphin Estate to Sura enroute Adeniji-Adele Link Bridge from 12.00 am , Saturday, 27th July to 5.00 am on Monday, 29th July, 2024 for asphalt pavement of the road. Consequently, Motorists are advised to use the following alternative routes: Scene 1 Motorists from Osborne/Dolphin Estate are advised to connect Sura Link Bridge to Adeniji-Adele to access the Third Mainland Bridge to continue with their journeys Scene 2 Motorists from the State House at Marina are to connect Obalende to link Simpson Bridge inward Sura to access Adeniji Adele…
France’s high-speed train lines were targeted by multiple “malicious” acts including arson on Friday, in what has been described as “an attack on France” and “coordinated sabotage” to disrupt travel ahead of the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics. The French state railway company SNCF said in a post on X that “a large number of trains were diverted or canceled,” and asked “all travelers who can to postpone their trip and not go to the station.” By Friday afternoon its services had partially resumed though widespread disruption continued. The operator said the Atlantic, Northern and Eastern high-speed lines were…
Ahead of the planned protest slated for 1st – 10th of August, 2024 tagged ‘End Bad Governance’. and in compliance with the directive of the Inspector General of Police ; IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun PhD,NPM that all organizers of protest to give details of their activity to their Police command for security arrangement before the date of commencement. The command also recognizes the fundamental rights of citizens to protest with a view to ventilate their frustration and also note that no responsible government will allow violent protests that will breach the rights and freedom of other citizens who may not…
The Femi Gbajabiamila General Hospital, Iyun, Surulere, has announced the launch of its new CT Scan services, offering a 50% discount on all scans done between July 22 to August 2, 2024. Dr. Olumide Sojinrin, Medical Director of Randle General Hospital, who also oversees the Femi Gbajabiamila General Hospital, Iyun, highlighted the significant advantages of having such a machine, stressing that it will help in improving patient care and treatment outcomes. He also expressed gratitude to the Chief of Staff to the President, Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, for donating the multimillion-naira CT Scan to the hospital, describing the advanced machine as…
The Honourable Commissioner for Housing, Hon. Moruf Akinderu-Fatai has been recognised as the Commissioner Man of the Year at the 18th Africa International Housing Show ceremony which took place recently in Abuja, According to the organisers, the Commissioner Man of the Year Award recognises outstanding contributions and leadership in the Housing Sector and the Lagos State Commissioner for Housing was honoured for his commitment to addressing housing challenges, innovative solutions and dedication to providing affordable housing for all. Akinderu-Fatai, receiving the award, said: “I am humbled to receive this esteemed award, it is a testament to our administration’s tireless efforts…
The Mandate Secretary, Women Affairs, Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, Dr. Adedayo Benjamin-Laniyi has commended the efforts of the Lagos State Government towards poverty alleviation and empowering women to become economically independent. Speaking during a courtesy visit to the Lagos State Ministry of Women Affairs and Poverty Alleviation (MWAPA) recently, Dr. Benjamin-Laniyi said she and her team were in Lagos on a working/understudy tour of some of the projects and programmes of the Ministry as it relates to women. She said Lagos has always been a pacesetter and model state that everyone follows and learns from, applauding the various initiatives of…
The Lagos State Commissioner for Wealth Creation and Empowerment, Hon. Akinyemi Bankole Ajigbotafe has flagged off the“Empower Lagos” initiative as part of the economic efforts to curb youth unemployment and empower Artisans through sustainable wealth creation programmes to enhance the socio-economic development of Lagos State. Speaking at the Global Tech Africa Conference held recently at Landmark Event Centre, Lagos, Hon. Ajigbotafe stated that Lagos State faces challenges with huge population despite a GDP growth rate of 4.13% (MEPB 2021), adding that, with a youth population (15-35 years) of 60% and an unemployment rate of 37.14%, many residents, particularly the young,…