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Lagos State Government is set to commence rehabilitation works on the final stretch of the Damaged Sections along Eti-Osa-Lekki-Epe Expressway from Bonny Camp to Admiralty Way Junction and VGC Sections in Eti-Osa Local Government Area. Photo: Special Adviser to the Governor on Infrastructure, Engr. Olufemi Daramola addressing stakeholders,flanked by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Transportation, Mr. Olawale Musa (left) and his counterpart in Office of Infrastructure, Engr. Olutokunbo O. Oyenuga (right), during the stakeholders Engagement. The Special Adviser to the Governor on Infrastructure, Engr. Olufemi Daramola, disclosed on Tuesday during a stakeholders engagement to signal the commencement of works on the rehabilitation of the damaged sections along the Eti-Osa-Lekki-Epe Expressway, particularly Bonny Camp to Admiralty Way Junction and VGC Sections. Daramola said the stakeholders meeting for the commencement of the rehabilitation of the section, held on Tuesday,...

…Promises Residents More Accountable Government Lagos State Deputy Governor and All Progressives Congress (APC) Governorship Candidate, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, has unveiled child welfare, transport, inclusion, business environment amongst other agenda and promised to give Lagos residents a clear way to monitor his administration’s performance if elected governor in 2027. Pics L-R: Moderator, Lagos State Gubernatorial Town Hall Meeting, Tosin Sonny and Lagos State Deputy Governor/All Progressives Congress (APC) Gubernatorial Candidate, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat during the Town Hall Meeting organised by the Platform Nigeria, tagged “Millennium and Gen Z Meet Their Lagos State Gubernatorial Candidates,” on Thursday.  Hamzat said this would be done through a 100 specific commitments tagged “HAMZAT Compact”, which, according to him, would spell out what his administration plans to do, where the projects or programmes would take place, how much they would cost and who would be respons...

The Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has congratulated his deputy and the All Progressives Congress (APC) gubernatorial candidate, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, on his 62nd birthday. Governor Sanwo-Olu, in a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr. Gboyega Akosile, on Friday, praised his ‘trusted, competent and dedicated’ deputy for his many years of committed and meritorious service to Lagos State and Nigeria. The Governor described Dr. Hamzat, who turns 62 tomorrow, Saturday, as a trusted partner, dedicated public servant and committed family man, who is passionate about effective and impactful governance, humanity, and the growth and development of Lagos State. He stated: “On behalf of my wife, Ibijoke, family, the Government, and the people of Lagos State, as well as the Governance Advisory Council (GAC), leaders and members of the All Progressives Congress (APC), I celebrate my dear brother, friend, and reliable partner, Dr. Kadri Obafe...

Lagos State Deputy Governor and All Progressives Congress (APC) Governorship Candidate, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, has assured to build a more interconnected Lagos, decentralise government services, and develop the distinctive economic advantages of the five divisions of the state, namely: Ikeja, Badagry, Ikorodu, Lagos Island and Epe (IBILE).   Lagos State Deputy Governor, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, during  an  interview on Thursday at IKD 106.1 FM titled “KOH Unscripted in Ikorodu,” Lagos. Speaking on Thursday during an interview at IKD 106.1 FM titled “KOH Unscripted in Ikorodu,” Hamzat said the growth of the State must be driven by a deliberate effort to harness the comparative advantages of each division, adding that his vision is to create a Lagos where residents would not have to travel to Alausa for services that could be provided within their respective divisions. The Deputy Governor stated that strategic government presence in Ikorodu, Epe, and other divisions...

The Lagos State Government says it has expanded office accommodation for public servants by an additional 19,525 square metres to improve operational efficiency, enhance service delivery, and reduce reliance on rented office spaces. The Special Adviser to the Governor on Works, Dr. Adekunle Olayinka, disclosed this on Monday during the 2026 Ministerial Press Briefing marking the third anniversary of the second term of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and Deputy Governor Dr. Obafemi Hamzat at the Bagauda Kaltho Press Centre, Alausa, Ikeja. Olayinka said the administration remains committed to infrastructure-led development as a driver of economic growth, job creation, and improved living standards for residents. He cited the completion and commissioning of the Bola Ahmed Tinubu Administrative Complex and Revenue House within the Alausa Secretariat as part of efforts to strengthen public sector efficiency and improve the working environment for government employees. According to him, the proj...

Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu congratulates  his deputy, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat,  after being officially declared the winner of the APC Direct Primary election on Thrsday. The Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has congratulated his deputy, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, for emerging as the candidate of the All Progressives Congress, APC ahead of the 2027 governorship election in the State.   Governor Sanwo-Olu issued the congratulatory message in a statement released on Friday morning following the declaration of Dr. Obafemi Hamzat as winner of the direct primary election that was held across the State on Thursday.   The Governor stated that the huge numbers of party faithful that thronged different polling centres was a reflection of the confidence reposed in Dr. Hamzat to consolidate the audacious and transformative leadership of the current administration.   Governor Sanwo-Olu expressed gratitude to all members of the party in Lagos for thei...

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu received his Deputy, Dr Obafemi Hamzat who have been on a consultation train on his governorship ambition for the 2027 election.  Dr Hamzat is hoping to clinch his party's governorship ticket for the next general elections. The Deputy Governor, Dr Hamzat via his X platform said "Today, I am honoured by the endorsement of my Governor, my brother and my friend, HE Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu. "His trust means a great deal to me. We’ve worked side by side in the service of Lagos State, and I don’t take this vote of confidence lightly. "I remain committed to building on the progress we’ve made together, and look forward to serving Lagosians with integrity, focus and a clear sense of purpose." With the All Progressives Congress, APC primaries not far fetched to officially pick her flagbearers for the next general elections, aspirants continue to seek supports from party faithful, power blocs and groups within the party. ...

… As LASG  unveils LEDU 2026,  reaffirms commitment to sustainable development The Lagos State government has been urged to weigh in on the current high rise housing cost particularly for low-income residents in the state to ensure inclusiveness and a sustainable economic growth. Fom left: Founder and Chief Consultant, Abiodun Adedipe & Associate, Prof. Abiodun Adedipe; CEO, Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG), Dr. Tayo Aduloju; Chairman, South West Development Commission, SWDC, Senator Olubunmi Adetunmbi; Commissioner for Economic Planning and Budget, Mr Ope George; Deputy Governor, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat and Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Economic Planning and Budget, Mrs Olayinka Ojo during the launch of Lagos Economic Development Update, LEDU 2026 at the Marriot Hotel, Ikeja, on Tuesday. The Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Economic Summit Group, NESG, Dr Tayo Aduloju made the call at the official launch of the third edition of Lagos Economic Development Upd...

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has called for renewed commitment to national security and unity as Muslims across the country marked Eid-ul-Adha, one of Islam’s most sacred festivals. Speaking at a special celebration held at The Pavilion, Lagos House, Marina, Governor Sanwo-Olu, represented by his Deputy, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, urged Nigerians to reflect on the festival’s values of sacrifice, obedience, and compassion.  L-R: W ife of the Deputy Governor of Lagos State,  Mrs. Oluremi Hamzat; her hubby, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat and Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, briefly during the  Eid-ul-Adha  celebration  held at The Pavilion, Lagos House, Marina, on Monday. The event, themed “My Lord, Make This Land Secure” (Qur’an 14:35), brought together religious leaders, government officials, and members of the public for prayers, lectures, and communal festivities. “Security remains one of the most critical issues confronting us as a nation,” the Governor stated. ...