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Photo: Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu addressing the summit during the Southwest Citizen-Government Engagement Summit, themed “Strengthening Democracy through Dialogue: Assessing Progress, Charting the Future” at the International Conference Centre in Akure, Ondo, on Wednesday, 29 October, 2025. The Governor of Lagos State and the Chairman of the South-West Governor’s Forum, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has urged the South-West region to light the path for Nigeria’s rebirth by deepening collaboration across the states, sectors and communities. Governor Sanwo-Olu spoke on Wednesday during the South-West Citizen–Government Engagement Summit held in Akure, Ondo State. The theme of the summit was “Strengthening Democracy Through Dialogue: Assessing Progress, Charting the Future.” The Governor charged stakeholders at the summit, which included serving and former political leaders and traditional rulers, ethnic and religious leaders, as well as civil society organisati...

The Governor of Lagos State, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Wednesday, empowered 1,000 residents with ₦460 million through the Eko Cares Programme. Pix: Lagos State Deputy Governor, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, flanked by Lagos State Executive Council members, Officials and beneficiaries during the official presentation of Cheques to beneficiaries of the Financial Assistance Programme (EKO CARES), organized by OPL&CE, at the Blue Roof, LTV, Agidingbi, Ikeja, on Wednesday. The fund was disbursed at the official presentation of cheques to beneficiaries of the Financial Assistance Programme (Eko Cares), organised by the Office of Political, Legislative and Civic Engagement at Agidingbi, Lagos. During the event, different categories of beneficiaries received cheques ranging from N300,000 to N1.5 million, based on individual needs, for businesses, health, school fees, rent and people with disabilities. Speaking at the event, Governor Sanwo-Olu, who expressed satisfaction with the process,...

A joint call has been made to caution the intending migrants on the dangers of unsafe migration and human trafficking, urging them to make use of the opportunities Nigeria presents for them to excel in their careers. Photo from left: Victim of Human Trafficking to Mali, Adeola George; victim to Libya, Mercy Olugbenga; Chairman/Chief Executive Officer, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Dr. Abike Dabiri-Erewa; Lagos State Commissioner for Special Duties and Intergovernmental Relations, Mr Olugbenga Oyerinde; Director, Peace & Safety Arena Clinic, Ministry of Special Duties, Dr Olufunmilayo Shokunbi; another victim to Libya, Oje Jonathan and Special Assistant to the Governor on Special Duties, Mr Tobi Oladapo during a sensitization programme. Lagos State government in partnership with the Federal government warned public servants and youths at a sensitization programme on Human Trafficking, Migrant Smuggling and ‘Japa Syndrome’ with the theme ‘Partnership for ...

A Finance firm in Lagos - CreditPRO, has light up Lagos with its environmental sustainability initiative with the launch of #EndPlasticPollution Campaign, a community-driven platform designed to promote responsible plastic waste management and greener living across the State. Official launch of #EndPlasticPollution campaign by CreditPRO on Saturday, 25th October 2025, held at the Chief Anthony Enahoro Housing Estate, Ogba in Lagos. The firm asserted its commitment to Sustainable Development Goals, SDGs with the official launch of #EndPlasticPollution Campaign at the weekend, held at the Chief Anthony Enahoro Housing Estate, Ogba in Lagos. The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) and the Office of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) endorsed the campaign and commended CreditPRO for its drive in ensuring a cleaner and safer Lagos. During the inauguration of the initiative, CreditPRO donated plastic coll...

  In a bid to deepen efforts at reducing flooding in Lagos, Surveyors have made known its commitment to joining the Lagos State Government in tackling the threat with continued education of members of the professional body. Nigerian Institution of Surveyors, NIS Lagos State branch on Thursday at their Secretariat held the 2025 Mandatory Continuing Professional Development to engage members on a professional development series of lectures with the theme: Intelligent Flood Hazard and Vulnerability Mapping. The Vice Chairman of the branch, Surveyor Olukayode Ogundare, noted that the enlightenment program was put together not only to refresh members, but also used as a platform to teach them in new ways at proffering solutions to problems affecting the profession and its environment. He pointed out that flooding in Lagos State is not only a government malaise but one that portends challenges for surveys and surveyors. Ogundare opined that continued education on flooding in th...

President Bola Tinubu, on Thursday in Abuja, swore in the sixth substantive chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Ojo Amupitan (SAN).   President Bola Tinubu congratulating Prof. Joash Amupitan at his swearing in at the Council chamber of the State House, Abuja. At the ceremony held at the State House Council Chamber, President Tinubu urged the new INEC Chairman to serve with integrity and beyond reproach. This was contained in a State House Press release signed by Mr. Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy. According to the release, the President said: "Your nomination and the subsequent confirmation by the Senate are a testament to your capacity and the confidence reposed in you by both the executive and the legislative arms of government.   "This significant achievement marks the beginning of a challenging, yet rewarding journey, and I trust that you will approach your responsibility with...

Lagos State Ministry of Economic Planning and Budget on Thursday, charged its members of Staff to deepen their understanding of the core values and guiding principles of the State Public Service, as well as strive to uphold the highest standards of professionalism and integrity to enhance service delivery to the citizens. The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Mrs. Olayinka Ojo, gave the charge at a One-day in-house training with the theme: “Basic Knowledge, Norms and Ethics of the Public Service for Clerical Officers, Drivers, Cleaners, Security and Ad-hoc Staff,” organized by the Ministry in collaboration with Alpha Glory Consulting. Mrs Ojo, represented by the Director, Economic Intelligence Department, Mr. Alao Akinkunmi emphasized that public servants play a vital role in delivering services that directly impact the lives of Lagos residents. Pics f rom  l eft:  Director, Lagos Bureau of Statistics, Mr. Tayo Oseni-Ope; Resource Person from Alpha Glory Consulting, Dr....

The Lagos State Health Management Agency, LASHMA, has unveiled its online radio –‘Ilera Eko Spotlight’ in order to deepen public awareness and engagement on various health schemes of the state government. Photo: Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Health Management Agency (LASHMA), Dr. Emmanuella Zamba flanked by the Agency's Director, Administration and Human Resources, Mrs. Olufunke Longe (left) and Director, Social Media, Ministry of Information and Strategy, representing the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Mr. Jide Atansuyi (right), during the Agency’s quarterly media parley at the LASHMA Office, Alausa, Ikeja on Wednesday. At the unveiling of the online road on Wednesday during its quarterly media parley at the LASHMA Office in Alausa, Ikeja, the Permanent Secretary, LASHMA, Dr. Emmanuella Zamba said as an agency committed to ensuring access to affordable and quality healthcare for all Lagos residents, it is imperative that Lagosians are continuously informed, ed...

• As Party Chieftains, ministers, federal lawmakers, others roll out party achievements                                        Stakeholders of the Lagos State chapter of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) have unanimously expressed support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's re-election, urging him to seek a run for a second term in 2027. The decision was reached on Tuesday in Lagos by thousands of the party's chieftains and members during the APC Stakeholders Forum 2025 held at Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island. The meeting was attended by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu; his predecessors, Mr Babatunde Fashola and Mr Akinwunmi Ambode; Deputy Governor, Dr Obafemi Hamzat; his wife, Oluremi; Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt Hon. Mudashiru Obasa; members of the APC National Working Committee and State Working Committee; serving and former f...

  L-R: Vice Chancellor, Lagos State University (LASU), Prof. Ibiyemi Tunji-Bello; Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa; Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu; his Deputy, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat and the SSG, Barr. ‘Bimbola Salu-Hundeyin during the commissioning of the newly built Library complex named after the Governor, at the LASU Ojo Campus, on Tuesday, 21 October, 2025. The Governor of Lagos, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has restated his administration's unwavering commitment to educational improvement, investing in minds and transforming learning outcomes for students at the state-owned tertiary institutions. Governor Sanwo-Olu made the commitment at the official commissioning of the newly constructed Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu Library Complex at the Lagos State University, Ojo. It is a state-of-the-art facility designed to provide students with access to cutting-edge technology, digital research facilities, and innovation labs. The Governor said the state govern...

…Council boss gifts female students Healthcare, Educational kits, promises monthly distribution  Photo: Chairman, Agboyi-Ketu Local Council Development Area, LCDA, Hon. (Mrs.) Adetola Abubakar (3rd right), his Vice, Mr Yomi Ganiu (3rd left) and female students in Agboyi-Ketu during the launch of project S.H.E - Safety, Hygiene and Education for the Girl Child initiative, at the Multipurpose Hall of the Council Secretariat in Ketu, Lagos, on Friday.  In commemoration of the 2025 International Day of the Girl Child, the Agboyi-Ketu Local Council Development Area (LCDA) led by Hon. (Mrs.) Adetola Abubakar, Chairman of the Council, launched Project S.H.E — a comprehensive initiative aimed at promoting the Safety, Hygiene, and Education of the girl child. Speaking at the launch event held at the Council’s Multipurpose Hall, Alapere, Ketu area of Lagos State on Friday, Hon. Adetola Abubakar, said the project underscores her administration’s commitment to building a safe and en...