Posts

LASG says N4.4 trn budget to boost infrastructure, economic growth

Image
The Lagos State Government says its 2026 N4.444 trillion “Budget of Shared Prosperity” is designed to deepen infrastructure development, economic diversification, housing delivery and inclusive social growth across the state. The Commissioner for Economic Planning and Budget, Ope George, disclosed this on Tuesday during the 2026 Ministerial Press Briefing held at the Bagauda Kaltho Press Centre, Alausa, Ikeja. George said the budget, signed into law by Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, was strategically structured to strengthen institutional reforms and improve residents’ quality of life. “The 2026 Budget of Shared Prosperity reflects the state government’s commitment to infrastructure sustainability, economic resilience and inclusive development for all Lagos residents,” he said. According to him, the budget comprises N2.338 trillion capital expenditure and N2.106 trillion recurrent expenditure, representing a 53:47 ratio aimed at accelerating economic growth. Ina breakdown, George explained t...
Post a Comment
Read more

Lagos battles shortage of 30,000 doctors as malaria prevalence drops

Image
From left, Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Ministry of Health Dr Dayo Olajide; Special Adviser to Governor on Health, Dr Kemi Ogunyemi; Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi; and Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Information and Strategy, Mr Olanrewaju Bajulaye; at 2026 Lagos State Ministerial Press Briefing on Tuesday   By Aderonke Ojediran Lagos, May 12, 2026 (NAN) The Lagos State Government says malaria prevalence in the state has declined significantly in the past 15 years, dropping from 15 per cent in 2010 to two per cent in 2025. The state Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi, made this known on Tuesday at the 2026 Lagos State Ministerial Press Briefing in Ikeja The briefing was to commemorate the third years of the second term in office of Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu.   Abayomi, however, said the state was facing a major shortage of healthcare workers. He said that Lagos State required additional 30,000 doctors and 40,000 nurses to meet its growing healthcar...
Post a Comment
Read more

Lagos targets N4trn investment inflows at invest Lagos Summit

Image
  By Aderonke Ojediran The Lagos State Government says it is targeting about N4 trillion in local and foreign direct investment inflows through the third edition of its flagship investment forum, Invest in Lagos 3.0. Speaking at a news conference on Tuesday in Lagos, the Commissioner for Commerce, Cooperatives, Trade and Investment, Mrs Folashade Ambrose-Medebem, said the summit as a major platform for investment mobilisation and strategic partnerships. The two-day summit has the theme, “Lagos: Business Gateway to Africa”. “It is now a major driver for capital mobilisation, sectoral partnerships and investor confidence in Lagos,” she said. According to her, it is expected to attract over 1,000 delegates, including institutional investors, development partners and private sector players. The event is being organised in partnership with the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council (CWEIC) and private sector stakeholders. The summit, scheduled for June 8 and June 9 at Eko Hotels...
Post a Comment
Read more

Lagos to launch own driver’s licence

Image
From left, Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Ministry of Transportation, Mr Wale Musa; Lagos State Commissioner for Transportation, Mr Oluwaseun Osiyemi; and Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Ministry of Information and Strategy, Mr Olanrewaju Bajulaye; during 2026 Lagos State Ministerial Press Briefing on Monday  The Lagos State Government will soon introduce its driver’s licence in collaboration with the Federal Government to enhance road safety and improve service delivery. The state Commissioner for Transportation, Mr Oluwaseun Osiyemi, disclosed this on Monday during the 2026 Lagos State Ministerial Press Briefing on Monday. The briefing is to commemorate Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s third year of second term in office. Osiyemi said that the proposed licence would become operational within weeks and would complement the existing federal licensing framework already accessible to motorists nationwide. He said that motorists would be free to choose between the federal driver’s licenc...
Post a Comment
Read more

APC assures Lagos aspirants of credible governorship primary

Image
    The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress has assured governorship aspirants of a free, fair and credible primary.     Party leaders gave the assurance on Thursday ahead of the May 21 governorship primary for the 2027 election.     The pledge came during a meeting with frontline aspirant and philanthropist, Mr Samuel Ajose.     Speaking afterwards, Lagos APC Chairman, Mr Cornelius Ojelabi, promised all aspirants a level playing field.     He spoke alongside the South West Organising Secretary, Mr Lateef Ibirogba, during the discussions.     Ojelabi said the party would follow established procedures and the Electoral Act in conducting the primary.     “He is not new to the party. This is a family visit. He came to formally declare his intention and share his vision for Lagos State.     “We assured him that the party would adopt consensus or direct primaries, as directed nationally.   ...
Post a Comment
Read more

2027: Ajose backs Tinubu’s second term, urges party unity

Image
  A gubernatorial aspirant in Lagos State, Dr Samuel Ajose, has declared support for President Bola Tinubu’s second term bid, calling on party stakeholders to embrace internal democracy and unity ahead of the 2027 general elections. Adesina made the declaration on Sunday at the SMA Movement General Assembly held at Grandeur Event Centre, Oregun, Lagos, where party faithful from across the state gathered. He urged stakeholders to allow a more inclusive and direct process in party affairs, stressing that cohesion within the All Progressives Congress (APC) would be critical to sustaining electoral victories. "We don't want a repeat of what happened in 2023 to repeat itself, we must deliver Lagos for Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu. "From the crowd here, you can tell that the SMA Movement across the 360 plus wards are not playing, we will deliver nothing less than 300 votes. “Stakeholders must prioritise unity and allow a fair and direct process that accommodates the aspirations o...
Post a Comment
Read more

Ayinla accepts call to contest Ikeja Federal Constituency seat, pledges reforms

Image
An aspirant for the Ikeja Federal Constituency seat, Mr Olalekan Ayinla, has accepted calls by supporters to join the 2027 race, promising to prioritise innovation, youth development and human capital advancement. Ayinla made this known during a stakeholders’ meeting on Saturday where his campaign team formally presented him with nomination forms to contest the election. He expressed appreciation to supporters for their confidence in him, describing the moment as a collective decision to reposition the constituency. “I thank you all for coming together to call me to serve. I hereby accept your request and the responsibility to contest in the next election. “This is not just about me; it is about all of us and the future of our constituency.  "We must work together to achieve meaningful change,” he said. The aspirant said his ambition was to provide effective representation and transform the constituency from a consumption-driven system to a productivity-based economy. “My mission ...
Post a Comment
Read more