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Sanwo-Olu’s wife seeks sustained environmental sanitation culture

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Wife of the Lagos State Governor, Dr Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, on Saturday urged residents to sustain environmental sanitation beyond the monthly exercise. She said maintaining a clean environment was a collective responsibility essential for public health and sustainable development. Sanwo-Olu made the appeal during the July monthly environmental sanitation exercise at Eputu London in Ibeju-Lekki Local Government Area. She commended residents for actively participating in the exercise and maintaining clean surroundings. Sanwo-Olu said residents started cleaning their environment three days before the official exercise, reflecting growing environmental consciousness. She described the development as evidence that the state’s environmental advocacy was producing positive results. “We are proud of our people because they started cleaning three days before the exercise. “They did not wait until the last Saturday of the month. That shows increasing environmental consciousness and ownership,” she ...
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Why I call Hamzat 'Mr. Magic' – Daramola

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  A public affairs commentator, Mr Dipo Daramola, has described the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Lagos State, Dr Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, as "Mr. Magic", saying the nickname reflects his ability to translate vision into practical governance and measurable development. Daramola, in a statement on Sunday, said Hamzat had distinguished himself throughout his public service career by providing practical solutions to governance challenges rather than relying on political rhetoric. He said Hamzat's emergence as the APC governorship candidate was a recognition of decades of preparation, competence, administrative experience and commitment to public service. "I call him 'Mr. Magic' not because he performs miracles, but because he possesses an uncommon ability to transform complex challenges into practical, lasting solutions. Where others encounter obstacles, he identifies possibilities, and where many settle for excuses, he introduces innova...
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Habila: Will Umahi go the? Gallego, Khan way

By Lanre Adewole This Friday, July 24, the 125 member states of the International Criminal Court, ICC in Hague, Netherlands, will determine the fate of the scandal-ridden chief prosecutor of the court, Karim Khan.  Multiple women have come out to level sex crimes allegations against him and the once-celebrated but-always controversial half-Pakistani, half-Briton who is already on suspension, looks to be on his way permanently out of the plum and plush job.  What a sad epilogue to a storied career as an advocate for the oppressed.  When a man is literally or metaphorically, felled by the “forbidden fruit” my people will mourn-mock with “ibi tó gbà wá ló gbà lo (he went the same way he came; meaning through a woman’s anatomy).  Whenever men fall to untempered phalli, I usually pity fellow men among the regular motley crowd of digital mockers. It always reminds me of a Yoruba saying “teni to de lari…” (the fuller version means it could be just anybody).  Let no one...
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Rep empowers 60 Apapa residents with fish farming

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  A member of the House of Representatives, Dr Adesola Adedayo, has empowered 60 residents of Apapa Federal Constituency with fish farming equipment.     Adedayo said the initiative was designed to create sustainable livelihoods, enhance food security and improve residents’ economic well-being.     He spoke on Saturday in Lagos during the distribution of fish tanks, feed and fingerlings to beneficiaries from the constituency.     The programme included about 45 fish tanks, fish feed and fingerlings, alongside practical training by fisheries experts.     Adedayo said beneficiaries would also receive continuous technical support through a dedicated platform for professional guidance.     “This programme goes beyond distributing fish tanks and feed. We are equipping beneficiaries with the knowledge and continuous support they need to succeed in fish farming.”     He said the training was facilitated by a veterinary doctor spe...
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ASNAT hails Oyo rescue operation

The Association of Nigerian Artisans and Technicians (ASNAT) has commended President Bola Tinubu and the Nigerian military for rescuing abducted schoolchildren and teachers in Oyo State.   In a statement on Tuesday, ASNAT’s Head of Media, Abdulkadir Salihu, said the operation reflected Tinubu’s commitment to protecting lives and strengthening national security.     Salihu said the successful rescue demonstrated the administration’s resolve to combat insecurity through decisive leadership and effective deployment of security assets.     He said the operation aligned with the objectives of the Renewed Hope Agenda, aimed at improving safety and restoring public confidence nationwide.     He praised officers and personnel of the Nigerian Armed Forces and other security agencies for their bravery, professionalism and tactical efficiency during the operation.     Salihu said the troops displayed exceptional courage while navigating difficult terrai...
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Man lauds Lagos emergency responders for saving infant

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    A Lagos resident, Mr Muhammad Armayau, has praised the state’s emergency response agencies for rescuing his seven-month-old daughter during a medical emergency in Badagry.   Lagos State Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Mr Gbenga Omotoso, disclosed this in a statement on Monday.   He said that the resident praised the prompt response of the Lagos State Emergency Response Team after his daughter fell ill. According to Omotoso, Armayau said the baby developed high fever for two days but heavy rainfall and absence of means of transport prevented the family from taking her to a hospital. He said the family contacted Lagos State Government’s toll-free emergency line, 112, and received an immediate response from an emergency response officer. According to Omotoso, the officer requested for the family’s address and a nearby landmark. He said that 20 minutes later, the officer at the Lagos Emergency Response Call Centre o called back to confirm that an ambul...
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Lagos to host largest horse race carnival, target over 30,000 guests

  Horse Riders on display at the Bagauda Kaltho Press Centre, Lagos State Secretariat, Alausa     Lagos to host largest horse race carnival, target over 30,000 guests     Race By Aderonke Ojediran/Olanrewaju Akojede   Lagos, July 7, 2026 (NAN) Lagos is set to host one of the largest horse racing carnivals in the country, with organisers projecting attendance of more than 30,000 guests at the three-day event. The organisers disclosed this at a news conference held on Tuesday at the Bagauda Kaltho Press Centre, Lagos State Secretariat, Alausa. Femi Fashoro, Convener of the Lagos Grand Horse Race (LGHR), said the event would attract both local and international horse riders. He said the event, themed “Racing into the Future,” would hold from Sept. 11 to Sept. 13 at the National Stadium, Surulere. Fashoro said the carnival was designed to promote youth participation in sports while showcasing Lagos as a leading destination for sports tourism and entertainment. ...
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