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The Federation of Muslim Women’s Associations in Nigeria (FOMWAN), Lagos State chapter, has appealed for financial support towards completion of its Primary Healthcare Centre project in Eti-Osa Local Government Area as it marks her 40th anniversary. From left: Oniru of Iru Kingdom, Oba Abdulwasiu Omogboahan Lawal; Iyalode of Lagos, Alhaja Fatimo Tinubu and former Lagos State Commissioner for Education, Alhaja Sekinat Yusuf, during the 40th Anniversary of Federation of Muslim Women's Associations in Nigeria (FOMWAN) Lagos State Chapter, at the Alausa Community Mosque Multi-Purpose Hall in Lagos, on Thursday, 26 th  February, 2026. FOMWAN also lent her voice in advocating for climate responsibility and women-led environmental action at the event. Speaking at the Anniversary of the Association held at the Alausa Community Mosque Multi-Purpose Hall on Thursday, the Amirah of FOMWAN Lagos, Serifat Oluwatoyin Ajagbe, described the ongoing construction of the healthcare facili...

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Tunji Disu as Acting Inspector-General of Police, following the resignation of Kayode Egbetokun. New Acting Inspector General of Police, Mr Tunji Disu. The appointment, which takes immediate effect, comes at a critical time as the Federal Government continues efforts to strengthen internal security and reposition the Nigeria Police Force for greater efficiency and public accountability. According to a statement by President Tinubu's Special Adviser on Information and Strategy via the X-platform, Mr Bayo Onanuga disclosed that Egbetokun stepped down after submitting a resignation letter citing pressing family considerations, bringing an end to a tenure that began in June 2023 and was originally scheduled to run until 2027 under the amended Police Act. In announcing the development, the Presidency said the decision to appoint Disu was taken in accordance with extant laws and legal guidance, noting that the President is confident i...

Maryam Lawal Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has extended heartfelt congratulations to Maryam Lawal, an exceptional graduate of Lagos State University (LASU), for emerging as the Best Graduating Female Student and Second Overall Best Graduating Student at the Nigerian Law School. Lawal, a proud Lagosian and alumna of LASU’s Faculty of Law (Common and Islamic Law), stood out among 7,134 candidates during the recent Call to Bar ceremony held on July 10 in Abuja. Her stellar performance earned her eight prestigious awards, including the prize for Best Student in Corporate Law Practice. In a statement released by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr. Gboyega Akosile, Governor Sanwo-Olu, who also serves as the Visitor to LASU, praised Lawal's academic feat as a reflection of the university’s enduring standard of excellence. “ Lawal’s extraordinary accomplishment at the Nigerian Law School has once again affirmed Lagos State University's reputation for produci...

Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, stands today as one of Nigeria’s most influential and enduring public servants. The life of Governor Sanwo-Olu who celebrated his 60th birthday on Wednesday, June 25 with praise and worship service tagged, “Rhythms of Worship with Adura,” shows a combination of determination, competence in the workplace, and a strong dedication to service and humanity.  As a transformative leader with over three decades of working experience in both the private and public sector, Sanwo-Olu made a smooth transition from the corporate world of finance to Nigerian politics, eventually becoming the 15th Governor of Lagos State, which is Nigeria’s most populous and economically vital state, often described as the country’s commercial nerve centre. The foundation for Governor Sanwo-Olu's future success was established by his educational background and the drive to impact his generation positively. His formative years began at Government Demonstration School at Gbaj...