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  The Forum of Senior Special Assistants (SSAs) to the Chairman of Uzo-Uwani Local Government Area has congratulated Chijioke Joseph Ezugwu on his emergence as the Grassroots Development Icon of the Year at the 2026 Vanguard Personality of the Year Awards. In a congratulatory statement, the forum described the honour, conferred by Vanguard Media Limited, as a clear testament to the council chairman’s achievements and commitment to good governance within a short period in office. The group praised Ezugwu as a results-driven leader whose administration has recorded significant progress in infrastructure, security, and human empowerment across Uzo-Uwani. According to the forum, the award reflects the growing recognition of the chairman’s efforts in driving development and improving the welfare of residents. They noted that his leadership style, marked by vision and inclusiveness, has continued to attract accolades. The SSAs further highlighted key projects executed under his administr...

  Endorsement  An aspirant, under All Progressives Congress (APC) for the Lagos State House of Assembly, Ikeja Constituency II, Mrs Abimbolo Osikoya, has urged residents to participate in the reintroduced environmental sanitation exercise. Osikoya made the appeal during a sanitation sensitisation walk from Ojodu-Berger to Ogba on Saturday amist strong backing from community members and campaign supporters. Speaking at the occasion, spanning Berger to Ogba axis of Ikeja, the APC aspirant said awareness and community mobilisation remained key to sustaining a clean environment. “Everybody knows that environmental sanitation is back. The work now is about awareness, to tell our people in Ikeja constituency to come out. “Ikeja is known for excellence and cleanliness, so we are encouraging everyone to participate and keep the environment clean,” she said. The aspirant said her decision to contest the Ikeja Constituency II seat was driven by her experience and commitment to communit...

  An aspirant, under All Progressives Congress (APC) for the Lagos State House of Assembly, Ikeja Constituency II, Mrs Abimbolo Osikoya, has urged residents to participate in the reintroduced environmental sanitation exercise. Osikoya made the appeal during a sanitation sensitisation walk from Ojodu-Berger to Ogba on Saturday amist strong backing from community members and campaign supporters. Speaking at the occasion, spanning Berger to Ogba axis of Ikeja, the APC aspirant said awareness and community mobilisation remained key to sustaining a clean environment. “Everybody knows that environmental sanitation is back. The work now is about awareness, to tell our people in Ikeja constituency to come out. “Ikeja is known for excellence and cleanliness, so we are encouraging everyone to participate and keep the environment clean,” she said. The aspirant said her decision to contest the Ikeja Constituency II seat was driven by her experience and commitment to community development. “I a...

   Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Saturday led tributes to elder statesman Bushura Alebiosu on his 90th birthday, describing him as symbol of integrity and service.     Sanwo-Olu said the nonagenarian’s life exemplified selfless leadership and societal progress, with impact resonating across generations.     “We are celebrating a true Nigerian embodying the finest ideals of leadership, service and humanity.     “At 90, Baba remains strong, vibrant and inspiring, engaging people and offering wisdom guiding leaders and communities,” he said.     He noted Alebiosu’s legacy was defined by lives influenced through decades of mentorship and public service.     “Your life teaches us leadership is service, sacrifice and compassion for others.     “You will always be appreciated and loved because you never turned your back on people.     “We thank God for your life and pray for more years in good health...

  The Chairman, Board of Trustees (BOT) of the Supremost Kegites Club International (SKCI), Chief Clement Oghene, , on Saturday led a historic reform process as members adopted a new constitution to restore structure, unity and accountability within the organisation. Oghene, popularly known as Methuselah Ovia who spoke at the Comradium Global Summit held at Martinos Hotel and Suites, Ikeja, described the gathering as a defining moment in the club’s history. “I welcome all delegates to this auspicious and momentous event.  You are here not as mere attendees, but as representatives entrusted with transforming our collective intentions into a binding legal document,” he said. He explained that the reform process was driven by renewed unity among members, which culminated in the establishment of the Comradium platform on April 2, 2025. According to him, the initiative followed a structured roadmap executed through eight committees whose inputs were harmonised into the draft consti...

Lt-Rt: Permanent member State Universal Education Board, Hon. Babatunde Jimoh and member House of Representatives, representing APAPA Federal Constituency, Dr Adesola Adedayo flanked by students and pupils of the beneficiaring schools.   Distribution By Aderonke Ojediran Lagos, April 17 (NAN) The lawmaker representing Apapa Federal Constituency, Dr Adesola Samuel Adedayo, on Friday, distributed standard school furniture to public schools in the constituency, reaffirming his commitment to advancing education.   He said the move also aligns with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.   Speaking during the presentation in Apapa, Adedayo said the intervention aims to improve learning conditions and boost academic performance.   He described education as a critical part of national development and personal advancement, noting that his life was shaped by access to quality education.   “It is my greatest pleasure to welcome you all to the official presentation an...