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  Budget By Aderonke Ojediran Lagos, July 23, 2024(NAN) Lagos State Government, on Tuesday, held a stakeholders’ consultative forum to seek the residents’ inputs in the state’s 2025 Budget in order to meet their needs.   Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu was represented by Mr Ope George, the state Commissioner for Economic Planning and Budget, at the forum held at Eagle’s Club, Surulere.   The governor said that the forum was to update stakeholders on the state 2024 Budget performance for the first half of the year.   The commissioner added that the forum was aimed to inform stakeholders about the government’s plans ahead. He said that the government would obtain input, suggestions and contributions of the residents for its 2025 Budget, from the summit.   “The aim of this forum is to promote citizens’ participation in preparing the next budget. “The exercise will showcase the government’s plans for the citizens and gather information from stakeholders ahead of the 2...

    Protest By Aderonke Ojediran Lagos, July 23, 2024 (NAN) Students of tertiary institutions in Lagos State, on Tuesday, dissociated themselves from the planned nationwide protest by some Nigerians. The planned protest is  tagged #EndBadGovernanceinNigeria. It is scheduled for Aug. 1 to  Aug. 10 to draw the attention of President Bola Tinubu’s administration to the plight of Nigerians and rising cost of living in the country.   Mr Alimi Lekan-Idris, President, National Association of Lagos State Students (NULASS), on Tuesday  made the disclosure  at a press conference at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital College of Medicine, Ikeja. The NULASS president  said that students of tertiary institutions in Lagos State  strongly supported the administration of Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu and vowed to protect Lagos against such a protest. He highlighted various interventions of the Sanwo-Olu-led administration in secondary tertiary education i...

  Vandalism By Aderonke Ojediran Lagos, July 23, (NAN) The Lagos State Government on Tuesday called on residents to report any act of suspected vandalism of roads, bridges and other infrastructure in the state. The state’s Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Mr Gbenga Omotosho, made the call during a tour of the Odo Iya Alaro Bridge in Kosofe Local Government Area of the state. “Every time we fix bridges, they vandalise it; people are not taking responsibility for whatever the government has done to make life easy for motorists. “So I will like to appeal to residents that if you see something say something. It’s all about you it is for you to be able to be comfortable while driving, to get to wherever you are going faster. “So all of the people vandalising the bolts and joints, the law will come after them, when you see anybody trying to destroy here or wherever, please talk. “As good citizens you can call for the arrest of such individuals. We understand the pain that the p...

   Booze.ng is excited to announce its strategic partnership with GLG Communications to host the 3rd annual World PR Day soirée and PR Power List presentation.  Booze.ng is renowned as a comprehensive physical and digital platform dedicated to selling and distributing original beverages sourced directly from brands across the country. The space also features a private cigar lounge and Kratos, a vibrant nightlife spot. The exclusive event, is scheduled for July 19, 2024, which will take place at the Booze.ng venue located at 24 Idejo Street, Victoria Island, Lagos. The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Bronze.ng Bennett Imasuen said he is excited about the future of the partnership. "We are excited about the World PR Day Soirée and PR Power List Awards. We are proud that Booze.ng has become a destination for premium events.  "This is a unique opportunity to celebrate the achievements in the PR industry and to network with some of the brightest minds in the field," he s...

Respect By Clara Egbogota Asaba, July 16, 2024 (NAN) Gov. Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta has urged Corps members to respect the cultural norms and traditions of the people among whom they find themselves. Oborevwori said this on Tuesday at the closing ceremony of Batch B stream 1 of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members at the Issele-uku orientation camp. The governor was represented by the Delta Commissioner for Higher Education, Prof. Nyerhovwo Tonukari. According to him, there may be minor nuances of differences between the people’s ways of life and the ones they are used to. “You have to assiduously learn to show understanding and adaptability as a way of justifying some of the reasons for the national service. “I urge you all to accept this call to national service with a good sense of purpose and transparent patriotism. “l assure you of the warmth and love of Deltans wherever you are posted to,for your primary assignment. “Let all your actions and activities help to deepen...

  The Lagos State Government (LASG) has reiterated its commitment to proffer solutions to climate change by planting several trees in the next one year. Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu said this in commemoration of Lagos State Tree Planting Day at the 2024 tree planting ceremony which held at the Lagos House Marina on Sunday July 14, 2024. He said there is need for deliberate and concerted effort at changing the mentality the people have towards climate change to save lives and the environment at large.  According to him, "as a foremost State, Lagos has to be intentional and very proactive in its resolve to take back our environment, and as a government we are engaging within ourselves to ensure we raise the bar.  "We have planned to ensure we plant a lot of trees this year alone and we monitor their growth while we sustain or improve this number every year to keep ourselves alive. "I have spoken to the head of our agency to design ways to achieve growth consistency in this figh...

  Play  In commomeration of the 11th year remembrance of Alhaja Abibat Mogaji, mother of President Bola Tinubu, a stage play titled 'Abibat Mogaji' was performed to celebrate her achievement in her life time. Abibatu Mogaji’, a captivating stage play, was written by renowned play writer Prof. Ahmed Yerima, produced by former broadcaster Ola Awakan. Come July 14, tickets available at the Glover Memorial Hall Lagos, this was contained in the statement signed by Mr Kayode Olopade, the Media Officer. The stage play in Abuja held July 11 at the NAF Centre, which had the presence of Tinubu and his close associates. One of the attendees Mr Stephen Adedayo, a former personal photographer of  president Tinubu and described the late President, Iyaloja -General of Nigeria, as a one in a million among women Adedayo, who was among the guest that came for the remembrance ceremony of the late Iyaloja, made the pronouncement during an interview with pressmen in Lagos. He described Alhaja...

    Roads By Aderonke Ojediran Lagos, July 9, 2024 (NAN) The Lagos State Government (LASG) says it has fixed no fewer than 393 roads in its various local governments and Local Council Development areas (LCDA) in the first half of 2024. Mr Tokunbo Ajanaku, the General Manager, Lagos State Public Works Corporation (LSPWC), made this known  in a statement on Tuesday. Ajanaku said that it used various approaches such as asphalt premix, interlocking paving stones and palliative interventions for some of the road maintenance and rehabilitation works it had carried out. “The agency has a mandate from Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu not to rest on its oars but to work harder to give residents of Lagos State motorable and accessible roads. “We were mindful of the prediction that the volume of rainfall in 2024 may surpass the previous year, this is why we stepped up our frequency and spread on Lagos roads to put most strategic roads in good condition before heavy rains become recurrent. “W...

  Business By Oluwatope Lawanson Lagos, July 9, 2024 (NAN) Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has reaffirmed his commitment to providing resources, infrastructure, and policies for businesses to thrive in the state. The governor stated this at the ninth Lagos Corporate Assembly, “BOS meets with the Business Community”, held at Victoria Island on Tuesday. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the programme has the theme: “Unpacking Barriers to Ease of Doing Business: Accelerating Business Growth”. Sanwo-Olu, who was represented by his deputy, Dr Obafemi Hamzat, acknowledged the significant role the business community play in driving the state’s economy. He, therefore, assured that the government would continue to engage with the business community and implement reforms that would foster an environment necessary to grow businesses. He highlighted Lagos economic statistics which he described as being impressive to include the fifth largest economy in Africa. Sanwo-Olu said...

  Advice By Clara Egbogota Asaba, July 8, 2024 (NAN) The Director-General (DG), National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brig.-Gen. Yusha’u Ahmed, has advised corps members to embrace the regimented lifestyle of the camp and stop seeking rejection or relocation. Ahmed gave the advice on Monday while addressing the 2024 Batch ‘B’ Stream 1 corps members at the NYSC orientation camp, Issele-uku, Delta. The DG commended camp officials and corps members for the camp’s state, urging them to stay disciplined and observe good hygiene to guard against cholera or any form of disease. According to him, corps members must see themselves as representatives of the scheme, therefore, living up to its expectation of a disciplined lifestyle. Ahmed warned the corps members against indulging in self-rejection, explaining there had been reports of some members asking to be rejected or relocated. “Do not waste your time, accept your posting in good faith; go there and give in your best. “Corp members shoul...

  Lagos State government has concluded the 2024 Hajj exercise with the safe arrival of the last and final batch of the state pilgrims from the kingdom of Saudi Arabia on Wednesday. The pilgrims on board Flynas flight XY9066 touched down at the Muritala Mohammed International Airport Lagos with 401 pilgrims and 11 officials that comprised 144 Lagos and 257 Osun State pilgrims. Speaking to the journalists on arrival at the tarmac of the airport, the Amir-ul-Hajj and State Commissioner of Home Affairs, Hon. Ibrahim Layode said the Hajj operation was a success. The Commissioner who was visibly elated appreciated the pilgrims for their exemplary conducts whilst in the Holy Land, promising that the State would work to improve on the few challenges observed during the exercise. He mentioned that a Post Hajj Conference is expected to be convened with the stakeholders by the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria, NAHCON, to address some of the glitches towards finding a lasting solution. "We...

  NYSC By Clara Egbogota Asaba, July 2, 2024 (NAN) Gov. Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta says his administration will continue to strengthen the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) scheme in the state. Oborevwori gave the assurance at the swearing-in of Batch B Stream 1 corps members at the NYSC Orientation Camp, Isele-Uku, on Tuesday. The governor was represented by the state Commissioner for Higher Education, Prof. Nyerhovwo Tonukari. According to the governor, NYSC has become an enduring vehicle for mobilisation and sensitisation of Nigerian youths on nation-building. “My administration recognises the critical role of the NYSC scheme in national integration and development efforts. “That is why my administration is committed to strengthening the scheme and enhancing its capacity to meet its significant mandate of nurturing our young graduates with the abiding patriotic values of loyalty, dedication and absolute faith in Nigeria,’’ he said. He urged corps members to participate acti...

  Newly inaugurated  Chater President of the Club Dideolu Golden Dr Adekunle Olayinka presenting a plaque of excellence to Rep. James Faleke of the Ikeja Federal Constituency  By Aderonke Ojediran  Inauguration  Dr Adekunle Olayinka, the Special Adviser on Works to Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu has been inaugurated as the first Charter President of Club Dideolu Golden  The inauguration, 20th anniversary and Charter presentation of Club Dideolu Golden was held at Rotary Club Ikeja, on Sunday. Rotary Club is a global network of different body of professionals and entrepreneur, whose aim is to serve humanity. Olayinka promised to uphold the ideology and humanitarianism of the Rotary club in areas such as health, education and others  "The hallmark of this new club is to further contribute to humanity through humanitarian services in health, as enshrined in the seven vocal point of Rotary International which is modern care, health, education, youths and others. ...