The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has announced its readiness to tackle the expected surge in waste generation across the metropolis during the Christmas festivities. The Managing Director/CEO of LAWMA, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, who gave the assurance on Monday in his office at Ijora Olopa, said the Authority had put measures in place to meet the waste management needs of residents during the Yuletide. He said, “We have put adequate measures in place to address the increase in waste generation that comes with the festive season. Our teams are fully mobilised with trucks and personnel to ensure prompt collection and…
Author: Oluwatoyin Mathnuel
The Lagos State Government has observed with serious concern the stampede during philanthropic gestures of individuals and organisations in some parts of the country. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu sympathises with families whose loved ones were involved in the stampede that led to the loss of lives in some States. To prevent such occurrences in Lagos State, all individuals or groups that intend to distribute items to large gatherings of people are advised to seek clearance from the Lagos State Safety Commission, which is well-equipped to ensure that such events do not turn tragic. The agency has a partnership with security agencies…
The Spokesperson of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps ( NSCDC ), Lagos State Command, Superintendent of Corps Oluwaseun Abolurin has also joined, many well meaning Nigerians to congratulate the newly coronated Baba Aladura World Wide of the Holy Fountain of Cherubim and Seraphim Church Orimolade, Hon., Dr Oladipupo Babatunde Okeyomi. His coronation was held, on Sunday, 15th December, 2024, in Ondo State. He seized, the opportunity to extend felicitations also to his dear wife, entire family and the members of the House of God. He wished, the new Baba Aladura a peaceful, fruitful and successful tenure and prayed…
The Society of Digital Newspaper Owners of Nigeria (SDNON) recently hosted an end-of-year gathering to honor its outgoing Executive Council Members who served during the 2022-2024 administration under the leadership of Otunba Femi Davies. At the well-attended event, the new SDNON President, Adeniyi Ifetayo, praised the outgoing administration for establishing a strong foundation for the organization’s future growth. Ifetayo emphasized that his administration is committed to building upon their predecessors’ achievements while introducing innovative programs focused on member welfare and professional development. “We are positioned to make a significant impact on the society, particularly in areas of welfare and capacity…
The Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele has released his prophecies for 2025. In a press conference held in Lagos on Friday, Primate Ayodele presented a 95-page booklet containing his prophecies for the year 2025. The prophet, who has always been the first to release New Year prophecies, highlighted several topical issues and countries in his 2025 prophecies, warning them of all that will happen in the coming year. Likewise in Nigeria, Primate Ayodele elaborated on the economic situation, political situation, individuals, and others in this 95-page 2025 prophecies. Below are some of the highlights of Primate…
Ijebu-Ode, December 19, 2024 – History was made at the Aafin Awujale of Ijebuland as Senator Otunba Gbenga Daniel delivered a compelling memorandum advocating for the creation of a new Ijebu State from the present Ogun State. The event, hosted by Alaiyeluwa Oba (Dr.) S.K. Adetona, GCON, Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland, brought together notable dignitaries, including Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, CON, and other key stakeholders. In his well-researched presentation, Senator Daniel outlined the economic, human, and material resources that position the old Ijebu Province as a viable and self-sustaining entity. His memorandum, described by the Awujale…
Polaris Bank over the weekend, added yet another feather to its cap by winning Sustainability, Enterprise, and Responsibility Awards (SERAS), Africa’s most renowned and prestigious Sustainability/Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) recognition, for its consistent and impactful critical community interventions across Nigeria over the years.At the 18th edition of the SERAS Awards, held at the Oriental Hotel, Lekki, Lagos, recognition came the way of Polaris Bank in what the organisers described as “the Banks unwavering commitment to sustainable development and impactful community interventions across Nigeria”.The SERAS Awards, widely regarded as Africa’s gold standard in Sustainability and CSR, celebrates organizations that exemplify innovation,…
The Committee of Banks in Nigeria on Thursday lifted the victims of the recent flooding in some parts of Jigawa State with a solidarity visit to Dutse, the state capital, during which they made donation of assorted items of relief materials to the State Government as part of their own contribution to alleviate the plight of those impacted by the September 2024 natural disaster. The donation of the relief materials comprising food items, including bags of rice, cartons of vegetable cooking oil, mattresses, and beverages were presented to the Governor of Jigawa State, Malam Umar A. Namadi, by a high-powered…
The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, on Thursday described the allegation that the House spent N17 billion on the fixing of a gate as spurious and funny. A self-proclaimed group, Lagos State Anti-Corruption Coalition, had accused the Assembly of spending the amount to construct a gate. The group also sought investigation of the claim. Speaking at plenary, Dr. Obasa said the allegation stemmed from the fear of some people over 2027 which is still more than two years away. Obasa further debunked the claim that the House spent N200 million on its recently…
The Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland, Oba S.K. Adetona, GCON, has urged stakeholders to remain united in their pursuit of a new Ijebu State, emphasising that the creation of a new state from the Old Ijebu Province is achievable. Addressing a stakeholders’ meeting on the creation of Ijebu State at Aafin Awujale, Ijebu-Ode, on Thursday, 19th December 2024, Oba Adetona expressed gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the National Assembly for creating an enabling environment for the consideration of the state creation bill. He acknowledged the historical unity between the Ijebu and Remo people while recognising the occasional…