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The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has called on leaders and public office holders to be honest, transparent and accountable to the people and God. He described governance as a sacred stewardship, noting that “It is for this reason that I have, throughout my service to Lagos State, sought to govern with the consciousness that public office is a stewardship that will be examined both in time and in eternity.” Governor Sanwo-Olu, who was accompanied by his deputy, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, spoke at the official opening of the second session of the 36th Synod of the Diocese of Lagos, Church…

Lagos State Government has advanced disability inclusion as it received 88 specialized pediatric wheelchairs and other assistive devices including; 225 crutches, 360 eyeglasses and play materials from the Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI) for children with disabilities and special needs. The official handover ceremony tailored to meet the specific needs of identified children across the state held at the Lagos State Medical Store, Oshodi, had in attendance government officials, development partners and caregivers committed to improving outcomes for vulnerable children. The donation is part of ongoing efforts under the Build A World of Play (BAWOP) programme and the state’s Early…

The National Union of Lagos State Students (NULASS), Lagos State University, LASU, chapterhas unveiled the fifth edition of the Eko Legislative Conference (ELC 5.0), describing it as a platform to promote leadership, governance, and cultural consciousness among students. Speaker of the 11th NULASS LASU Student Parliamentary Council, Rt. Hon. Mustapha Ishola, made this known during a news conference in Ojo, noting that the initiative is aimed at shaping a new generation of responsible leaders.The conference, themed “Eko as Legacy: Lawmaking, Leadership, and the Preservation of Cultural Heritage,” underscores the importance of identity and cultural awareness in governance. According to Ishola,…

The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has condemned in strong terms the increasing attacks on its train operations along the Abuja-Kaduna rail corridor by suspected vandals and criminal elements. The latest incident occurred around Kilometer 177 along the Abuja-Kaduna rail corridor, where some unknown persons reportedly gathered along the rail track and began pelting stones at a moving train, leading to damage to the windscreen of the leading locomotive. The Corporation noted with deep concern that within the last two weeks, similar attacks have also been witnessed in other locations, including Gidan Busa/Sarki Gora Village, Kakau District, Chikun Local Government Area…

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has concluded arrangements to hold the 2026 Policy Meeting on Admissions scheduled for 11th May, 2026, at the Body of Benchers, Auditorium, located at Plot 688, Institute and Research District, FCC Phase III, Jabi, Abuja. The 2026 Policy Meeting promises to be exciting as key policy direction will be unveiled by the Minister of Education, Olatunji Alausa. The Board’s annual policy meeting on admissions is a crucial annual gathering where stakeholders decide minimum tolerable UTME marks, admission guidelines, and policies for tertiary institutions. Furthermore, the meeting is expected to, in particular, formally sets…

A stern warning has been issued to the public regarding fraudulent WhatsApp groups using the name “Value Growth Club”. In these groups, bad actors are posing as renowned business leader Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede to mislead individuals and fraudulently request money. An official disclaimer states: “The public is urged to exercise extreme caution concerning WhatsApp groups under the name ‘Value Growth Club’, where persons are impersonating Mr. Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, CFR, Chairman of Access Holdings, and citing Gotham Capital to appear legitimate and attract members.” Following independent checks, it was made clear that: “Mr. Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede has absolutely no affiliation with these WhatsApp…

The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has withdrawn the licences of some underperforming Private Sector Participation (PSP) operators and realigned waste collection routes in some parts of Lagos State, as part of measures to improve operational efficiency and ensure effective service delivery. The Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of LAWMA, Doctor Muyiwa Gbadegesin said this at the weekend, noting that the action followed a comprehensive operational review aimed at aligning operator capacity with the growing waste management demands of the State. He explained that the affected operators were unable to meet required service standards, necessitating the withdrawal of their licences in…

The Etionary Properties Management Limited has organised a train trip to Moniya, for the official unveiling of its Casaverde Resort and Residential Estate to prospective home owners. The initiative highlighted the seamless integration of transportation and real estate, while showcasing the accessibility and appeal of the development. The train has onboard about 112 guests, including dignitaries from the diaspora. Guests moved from the iconic Mobolaji Johnson Train Station to the Obafemi Awolowo Train Station Moniya, Ibadan, Oyo State, where the estate is strategically located. Welcome to Casaverde Estate and Resort, sitting at an estimated 36 minutes drive from the station,…

VC: Project to Ease Accommodation Crisis, Boost Student Experience. Lagos State University, LASU, has performed the soil-turning ceremony for a 1,500-bed TETFund Hostel Development intervention project on its main campus, in a public-private partnership aimed at tackling student accommodation challenges. Speaking at LASU during the groundbreaking ceremony for a 1,500-bed Tertiary Education Trust Fund, TETFund Hostel Development intervention project on the University’s main campus, in a public-private partnership, the Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, praised the LASU’s Vice-Chancellor, Professor Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello for her compassion and commitment to students and staff. The Minister who announced a series of federal projects for…

The Lagos State Government has approved an additional ₦50,000 to State workers’ salaries for the month of May as part of efforts to cushion the prevailing economic crunch especially the impact of rising fuel prices. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu made the announcement at the 2026 Workers Day celebration themed “Insecurity, Poverty: Bane of Decent Work”, held on Friday at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan, Lagos. He reiterated that the intervention, which will be reviewed, underscores his administration’s resolve to ensure that Lagos remains a functional city and one that works for its residents, especially the workforce that drives its growth and…