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Global music icon David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has returned to his alma mater, Babcock University, 11 years after graduation with promises to give back to the institution that shaped his career. He was received by the President/Vice Chancellor, Professor Afolarin Ojewole, and other officers of the University including the President Advancement and Development, Doctor Olaniyi Arije, Chief of Staff to the President/Vice Chancellor, Dr. Joshua Suleiman, Associate Vice President, Employee Well-being and Growth, Dr. Abiola Makinde, Associate Vice President, Alumni, Connectivity and Philanthropy, Dr. Jonathan Dangana and the Head of Music Department, Dr. Segun Ojuola, among others. Davido…

The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has carried out a comprehensive clean-up and waste evacuation exercise around the NNS Beecroft axis in Apapa as part of efforts to maintain environmental standards ahead of the institution’s anniversary celebration. The Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of LAWMA, Doctor Muyiwa Gbadegesin stated at the weekend that the exercise formed part of the Authority’s continuous commitment to maintaining cleaner public spaces and strengthening environmental sustainability across Lagos State. He explained that the operation, executed by LAWMA’s street sweeping and sanitation teams, focused on the clearance of accumulated waste, restoration of road medians, and improvement of…

The Lagos State Government, has sensitised key stakeholders on the Electronic Physical Planning Permit System (e-PPPS), a digital platform designed to streamline physical planning processes across the State. Speaking at the stakeholders’ engagement held in Alausa, the Honourable Commissioner, Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development, Dr. Oluyinka Olumide, stated that the introduction of the e-PPPS underscores the State Government’s commitment to leveraging technology to enhance service delivery in the built environment. He noted that the initiative is a critical step toward establishing a fully digital infrastructure for urban management, while also improving the ease of doing business within Lagos…

Lagos State Government has completed the airlifting of the 2026 Hajj intending pilgrims from Nigeria to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This process has brought the total number of Lagos State pilgrims so far in the Kingdom to 1,590 out of the 1,600 originally scheduled for the spiritual journey. The fourth and the last batch departed from the Murtala Mohammed International Airport, Ikeja, on Tuesday, May 12 and Wednesday, May 13, 2026, with 418 pilgrims, comprising 222 males and 196 females, while the fifth and final batch arrived with 145 pilgrims which comprised of 72 males and 73 females. Meanwhile,…

Lagos State Government has explained the rationale behind its massive ₦4.444 trillion 2026 “Budget of Shared Prosperity,” saying huge allocations to power, transportation, housing and other infrastructure projects are aimed at sustaining economic growth, reducing business costs and improving living conditions across the state. The state’s Commissioner for Economic Planning and Budget, Ope George, said this during the 2026 Ministerial Press Briefing held at the Bagauda Kaltho Press Centre, Alausa, Ikeja. George said the budget, signed into law by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, was deliberately structured to strengthen infrastructure sustainability, deepen economic diversification and position Lagos as a globally competitive economy.…

The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has described the clearance of illegal traders, squatters, and unauthorised structures from the Alaba Rago setback along the Lagos-Badagry Expressway as a decisive step towards restoring environmental sanity and strengthening sanitation enforcement across the State. Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of LAWMA, Doctor Muyiwa Gbadegesin stated this at the weekend while commenting on the ongoing enforcement exercise along the Alaba Rago corridor. He said the operation became necessary following persistent indiscriminate waste disposal, obstruction of sanitation operations, and illegal occupation of the expressway setback by traders and squatters within the axis. According to him, the…

Sterling Financial Holdings Company Plc (“Sterling Financial” or “theGroup”) has announced its audited financial results for the year ended December 31, 2025, alongside its unaudited results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026, delivering strong earnings growth, balance sheet expansion, and improved capital strength across the Group. According to statement by Group CFO, Sterling Financial Holdings Company PLC, Adebimpe Olambiwonnu, Gross Earnings for FY2025 increased by 44.4% to ₦486.8 billion, representing the strongest performance in the Group’s modern history. Profit Before Tax rose by 89.2% to ₦86.8 billion, while Profit After Tax increased by 74.8% to ₦76.3 billion. The…

Union Bank of Nigeria, as part of its activities to mark the 2026 International Day of the Boy Child and in furtherance of its corporate social responsibility commitments, has visited CMS Grammar School. Located in Bariga, Lagos, it is one of the country’s oldest and most prestigious boys’ secondary schools. During the visit, a delegation from the Bank, led by Head of Corporate Banking and school alumnus Ali Kadiri, engaged with the school management and students to explore partnership opportunities and support for their educational initiatives. As part of the engagement, Union Bank donated educational materials, including books and school…

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Special Adviser to the Governor of Lagos State on Christian Religion Matters, Very Reverend Adebukola Adele;
Permanent Secretary Ministry of Home Affairs, Mr. Adewunmi Ogunsanya; Honourable Commissioner for Home Affairs, Hon. Olanrewaju Ibrahim Layode; Honourable Commissioner for Information and Strategy Mr Gbenga Omotoso during the Lagos State Year 2026 Ministerial Press Briefing In Commemoration of The Seventh Year In Office of Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-olu Held at Bagauda Kaltho Press Centre, The Secretariat, Alausa, Ikeja.15th May 2026.

Leading engineering construction company, Julius Berger Nigeria PLC; recently hosted a one-day, world-class construction equipment exhibition at its facility in Lekki-Ajah, Lagos. The event featured prominent industry players, including the Pan African Equipment Group, which showcased Komatsu machinery and construction equipment, as well as Sany Heavy Industry Co. Limited of China as well as truck crane specialists, XCMG, among others. Speaking to the media, the Head of Plant and Equipment Department (PED) at Julius Berger, Nico Trostawicki, explained that the exhibition was organised to present various equipment brands being considered for the company’s fleet. He noted that several well-known heavy…