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In a bold step toward transforming Lagos into a 21st-century smart city, the Lagos State Government has launched the Lagos Identity Project , a digital house numbering initiative aimed at improving property identification, service delivery, and urban planning across the state. The project, part of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s THEMES+ development agenda, leverages technology to address long-standing issues such as inconsistent addresses, tax evasion, and emergency response delays. Speaking at the unveiling, Dr. Olajide Babatunde , Special Adviser to the Governor on e-GIS and Urban Development, said the project is powered by Streamline Technologies Limited , in partnership with the State Government, and is designed to provide a standardised, scannable, and secure addressing system. “This project is about providing Lagosians with the world-class services they deserve,” Babatunde said. “From tracing properties to preventing rental scams and improving emergency response, this system fi...

Officials from key Lagos State government departments have carried out a joint inspection of the newly completed Erelu Way/Dayo Eleku/Community Link Road in Amikanle, within Agbado Okeodo Local Council Development Area (LCDA). The 1.3-kilometre stretch, part of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s broader infrastructure renewal programme, is expected to enhance access, boost local economic activities, attract investment, and improve safety and connectivity for residents. The inspection was led by Arc. Awoyemi Yusuf, Deputy Director at the Project Implementation and Monitoring Unit under the Office of the Chief of Staff. He was joined by officials from the Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs and Rural Development, and the Centre for Rural Development (CERUD). According to the team, the visit was to assess the technical quality of the road, check for compliance with design specifications, and ensure it meets environmental and safety standards. Aesthetic appeal and overall value...

…Distribution commences June 30 Makoko, one of Lagos State’s most underserved communities, has become the launchpad for a major clean energy initiative aimed at transforming household cooking practices and tackling climate change. The initiative, part of the 80 million clean cookstoves distribution project across Nigeria, officially kicked off with a live demonstration in the riverside community. The project seeks to replace hazardous firewood use with cleaner, healthier alternatives. Lagos State is set to receive ten percent of the national allocation—approximately 8million cookstoves to distribute across its 57 local government areas and local council development areas. Speaking at the launch on Wednesday, the Special Adviser to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Climate Change and Circular Economy, Titilayo Oshodi, highlighted the significance of the initiative and the strategic choice of Makoko for the first deployment scheduled for June 30. Photo: Special Adviser to Governor Sanwo-Olu...

In commemoration of the 2025 International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, the Lagos State Ministry of Health, in collaboration with key agencies, staged a sensitization campaign at the Alausa Secretariat on Thursday, June 26. The event, themed “Breaking the Chains: Prevention, Treatment, and Recovery for All!”, was spearheaded by the Directorate of Pharmaceutical Services and the Lagos State Interministerial Drug Abuse Control Committee (LSIDACC), in partnership with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA). The sensitization campaign drew participation from a wide array of stakeholders, including senior government officials, directors from the Ministry of Health, civil society actors, youth groups, and health professionals. Activities featured a placard walk across the secretariat and the distribution of educational materials aimed at raising public awareness about the dangers of drug abuse and available paths to recovery. Speaking at the event, the Director o...

'There's something truly beautiful about advancing in age,' veteran gospel singer, Buchi declared in his birthday message as he clocks 61. The 'It Is Well' Cronner wrote on his X-platform:   The Boy is 61 today!! The higher you go, the cooler it becomes. Now it's getting really cool up here.  There's something truly beautiful about advancing in age. You live life at your pace. No hustling. New revelations, new graces, new assignments ... at SIXTY ONE!!      Congratulations Mr. Buchi Atuonwu!

The Governor had earlier posted his birthday message on his X-platform:   "Today, I turn 60. Sixty years of experiences, lessons and blessings. I woke up this morning feeling grateful, not just for the years, but for the journey itself. Today is a moment to pause and reflect. I’ve learned that public service is one of the highest callings. It’s not always easy, but it’s deeply fulfilling. Every day, I wake up knowing there’s more to do, more to give, more to build. Public service teaches you a great deal. It teaches patience. It teaches you how to listen, and how to keep going even when the path is difficult. I’m still learning. I’m always learning. So today, I’m thankful, for life, for the trust of Lagosians, the people I serve, and for the opportunity to keep working toward something greater than myself. Then all the way led to Eko Hotels and Suites in Victoria Island for a Special Thanksgiving Service in commemoration of his Diamond Jubilee with family, friends, colleagues, top...