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•70 hybrid electric ferries, 140km ferry routes, 25 modern terminals  as part of the waterways infrastructure L-R :  Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Mr .  Jean-Noël Barrot;  Governor  of Lagos State , Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu  and former Governor of the State and Minister of Works, Mr. Babatunde Fashola, SAN,  during  the official launch of the Lagos State Waterways Authority, LASWA “Omi Eko project” at the Five Cowries Terminal in Falomo, Ikoyi, Lagos,  on  Friday. Governor of Lagos, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Friday, formally unveiled the EUR 410 million waterways infrastructure project aimed at developing rapid transportation options that will address Lagosians’ mobility needs. The project, divided into two components, will be implemented by the Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA), with the second component expected to be completed by 2030. Lagos secured the funding for the project via the Global Gateway Initiative, th...

…National Council of Traditional Rulers of Nigeria visit Centre The Ooni of Ife, Oba Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, has expanded his commitment to technology and youth empowerment with the building of the  Ojaja Artificial Intelligence (AI) Centre  at Ogombo, Ajah in Lagos State. The new AI hub, housed within the Ojaja Mall complex, integrates technology-driven retail, cinema, and innovation spaces designed to foster collaboration among young Nigerians and promote indigenous enterprise. Speaking on Tuesday during the visit of the National Council of Traditional Rulers of Nigeria (NCTRN) which followed the Council’s two-day national committee meeting in Lagos, the Ooni said the centre would serve as a  convergence point for Nigerian youths  to showcase innovations, develop tech-driven ideas, and engage productively. “This is another project that showcases the strength and creativity of Nigerians. Everything used in constructing and equipping this centre from materials to ...

The Governors of Lagos and Imo States, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu and Senator Hope Uzodimma, have called for constitutional backing for traditional rulers, emphasizing their pivotal roles in promoting peace, equity, and national development. L-R :   Ayangburen of Ikorodu, Oba Kabiru Shotobi; Governor of Imo State, Senator Hope Uzodinma; Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammadu Sa'ad Abubakar III; Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu; Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, Ojaja II and President General, Akwa-Ibom State Supreme Council of Traditional Rulers, Nteyin Dr. Solomon Etuk  during the Lagos national executive committee meeting of the National Council of Traditional Rulers of Nigeria, at the Lagos Continental Hotel, Victoria Island in Lagos, o n Mon day, October 13, 2025. Traditional rulers across geo-political divides converged in Lagos on Monday to align their efforts towards engendering peace and keep the country united.    Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu hosted a...

Committee of Wives of Lagos State Officials (COWLSO), has unveiled activities lined up for the Silver Jubilee edition of the National Women’s Conference (NWC), describing it as a landmark celebration of visionary legacy, women empowerment, and transformative leadership. The First Lady of Lagos State and COWLSO Chairman, Dr. (Mrs) Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, speaking on Thursday during a media briefing held at the Bagauda Kaltho Press Centre, Alausa, Ikeja, said the 25th NWC themed “25 Years of Visionary Legacy: Inspiring the Next Generation,” is a reflection of the Committee’s sustained commitment to advancing the welfare, leadership, and economic empowerment of women in Lagos and beyond. L-R: Wife of the Lagos State Head of Service, Mrs. Oyinlola Agoro; wife of the Deputy Governor/Vice Chairman, Committee of Wives of Lagos State Officials (COWLSO), Mrs. Oluremi Hamzat; the First Lady/Chairman of COWLSO, Dr. Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu; Chairperson, 2025 National Women Conference ...

Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the Governor of Lagos State, has described the death of elder statesman and doyen of the boardroom, Dr Christopher Kolade as a monumental loss to Nigeria. Acoording to a statement by Governor Sanwo-Olu's Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Gboyega Akosile said Dr. Kolade, a former broadcaster, boardroom leader and ambassador died on Thursday morning, at the age of 92. The Governor described the passage of the respected diplomat, teacher and veteran broadcaster as the end of an era. He said the death of Dr Kolade, one of Nigeria’s most celebrated boardroom gurus and advocates for integrity and corporate governance, was a colossal loss to the country and an irreplaceable loss to his family, friends and associates. Governor Sanwo-Olu said Dr. Kolade's record of service as a celebrated teacher and broadcaster, seasoned technocrat and administrator, Chief Executive and Chairman of Cadbury Nigeria Plc, and former Nigerian High Commissioner to th...

Photo: Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu (fourth left); Secretary to the State Government, Barr. ‘Bimbola Salu-Hundeyin (third left); Commissioner for Housing, Mr. Moruf Akinderu-Fatai (fifth right); the Special Adviser to the Governor on Housing, Barr. Barakat Odunuga-Bakare (fourth right); member, Lagos State House of Assembly, Hon. Jubreel Abdulkareem (third right) and others during the commissioning of newly built Lagos State Housing Estate in Ajara, Badagry, on Wednesday, October 8, 2025. Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Wednesday, commissioned the 24th housing scheme delivered in the life of his administration. The Governor inaugurated 420-unit modern housing scheme in Lagos State Housing Estate, Ajara, Badagry division. The project, which was the first phase of the entire development, comprised 35 blocks of 12-in-1 residential buildings. Each building contains a combination of one-bedroom, two-bedroom and three-bedroom semi-furnished apartmen...