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    Legacy Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu has pledged the support of the Lagos State Government for activities marking the 10th anniversary of the death of late legal icon and political activist, Tunji Braithwaite.     This was contained in a statement signed by Mr Gboyega Akosile, the Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to the governor, on Wednesday.     Sanwo-Olu gave the assurance while receiving members of the Braithwaite family and representatives of the Tunji Braithwaite Foundation during a courtesy visit at Lagos House, Marina.     In his response, Sanwo-Olu commended the family for sustaining the ideals and intellectual heritage of the late political activist.     “Dr Braithwaite was a moral compass in Nigeria’s political journey.     “His courage, integrity and passion for justice helped shape democratic conversations in the country,” the governor said.     He added that Lagos State remained proud of sons and dau...

  L-R: Hon Dayo Bush-Alebiosu, Commissioner for Waterfront Infrastructure Development in Lagos; Prof. Taiwo Oshipitan, SAN; and Mr Olugbenga Ajala Esq; at the unveiling ceremony of the newly renovated law annex lecture hall of the faculty of Law, University of Lagos, in honour of His Excellency, The Honourable Justice George A. Oguntade, JSC (Rtd.), CFR Mr Dayo Alebiosu, the Lagos State Commissioner for Waterfront Infrastructure Development, says his support for the renovation of the Faculty of Law at the University of Lagos (UNILAG) is a deliberate act of giving back to an institution that shaped him. Alebiosu a former lawmaker stated that Unilag had contributed significantly to his legislative effectiveness. Alebiosu stated this in a statement on Tuesday at the unveiling of the renovated Law Annex Lecture Hall at the Faculty of Law, University of Lagos, held in honour of retired Supreme Court Justice George A. Oguntade. He said the faculty played a crucial role in shaping his per...

   Nigerian artistes Osas Okonyon and Abbey Wonder have released a new single, “All My Love”, to feature in the forthcoming Nollywood movie, ‘EVI’.   This was disclosed in a statement signed by Bolaji Ajayi, a publicist, on Saturday in Lagos.     The collaborative track, which blends soulful vocals with contemporary Afro-pop elements, serves as part of the official soundtrack for the film and explores themes of devotion, sacrifice and emotional connection.   The movie,’EVI’, is produced by Judith Audu, a Nigerian Producer and actress.     Speaking on the release, Okonyon described the song as a deeply personal expression crafted to complement the film’s storyline.     “‘All My Love’ reflects the emotional journey of the characters in the movie.     “It’s about giving wholeheartedly despite challenges, and we wanted listeners to feel that sincerity through the music,” she said.     Abbey Wonder, who also produced the t...

Buses distributed to 20 local government Renewed Hope Coordinators of Lagos    Lagos, Feb. 11, 2026(NAN)Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State on Tuesday inaugurated 20 Local Government Coordinators of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that 20 buses were distributed to the coordinators. Sanwo-Olu described the initiative as a grassroots-driven platform aimed at deepening public awareness of national development programmes and fostering civic participation. The governor, however, stated that the Renewed Hope Ambassadors was not a campaign organisation. Rather, he explained that it was a movement of like-minded individuals committed to engaging communities on the achievements and policy direction of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. “This is not a campaign rally. It is an activation of what we believe in; an activation of our resolute commitment and of like minds coming together to promote awareness,” the governor said. He noted t...

  A former member of the House of Representatives , Mr Taiwo Kolawole , has appealed to residents of Ajeromi-Ifelodun Federal Constituency to embrace a strong maintenance culture in order to preserve public infrastructure. Kolawole, who represented the constituency between 2019 and 2023, made the appeal on Thursday during an inspection tour of projects executed during his tenure. The former lawmaker, who also served several terms in the Lagos State House of Assembly , led journalists to schools, healthcare centres, empowerment facilities and road projects across the constituency. He said the tour followed reports of neglect, underutilisation and vandalism of some facilities meant to improve residents’ living conditions. “These projects were delivered to support education, healthcare, youth empowerment and community development. “It is painful to hear that some of them are being neglected or vandalised instead of being properly used,” Kolawole said. He expressed concern over the co...

    Women     By Aderonke Ojediran The Women in Leadership Advancement Network (WILAN) has urged Nigerians to support women’s leadership and engage actively in the democratic process ahead of the 2027 elections.   The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that WILAN, founded in 2018, is a non-profit organisation promoting women’s leadership across all levels.   WILAN Executive Director, Abosede George-Ogan , made the call in Lagos at the close of the Leading Women television programme with the theme ‘The Nigeria We Want’.   She said the initiative challenges entrenched perceptions about leadership and promotes gender balance in governance.   “Nigeria is almost evenly split, with women about 49 per cent, yet representation in leadership, especially politics, remains in single digits.   “The highest we have reached is 7.6 per cent . That is a problem we must confront,” she said.   George-Ogan said societal conditioning had long discouraged...