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By Aderonke Ojediran Lagos, Nov. 26, 2024 (NAN) Gov. Babajide Sanwo-olu of Lagos State on Tuesday laid the foundation stone for an ultra-modern Alaba-Rago Transnational Market in Iba Local Government Council Development Area (LCDA). The governor was represented by Dr Olajide Babajide, his Special Adviser on EGIS and Urban Development. He said that the re-development of the market was in line with market transformation moves of his administration’s THEMES Plus Agenda. He said that the state government would work together with the Alaba-Rago community on the revitalisation, re-development and renewal of the market. According to him, the market has been for a long time and is deteriorating. Sanwo-Olu said that after series of stakeholders meetings, the government conceived renewal of the market. “We have just laid the foundation stone for the new Alaba-Rago Transnational Market. “This market belongs to Alaba-Rago people,” he said. The governor said that there was need for all parties ...

Lagos, Nov. 25, 2024 (NAN) The Lagos State Government has taken a significant step toward advancing sustainable development by expressing interest to partner with the EU-Africa Chamber of Commerce (ECACC).   The signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) took place during COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, on Monday.   This is contained in a statement signed by Mrs Titilayo Oshodi,  Special Adviser to Lagos State Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Climate Change and Circular Economy.   “This strategic partnership aims to unlock climate financing, foster technology transfer, and promote green economic growth in Lagos State, aligning with the vision of our Governor Sanwo-Olu to position Lagos as a sustainable and resilient mega city.   “This collaboration with the EU-Africa Chamber of Commerce is a key step in advancing our vision for a sustainable future in Lagos.   “With the EUACC’s extensive network and expertise, we are better equipped to accelerate the deployment ...

      Tennis   HTE Tennis Academy has declared its readiness to introduce its tennis development programme, ‘Catch-Them-Young’, to public schools in Lagos State.   Henry Shedrack, Proprietor of the Academy, gave the indication on Friday during the annual inter-school tennis championship held at Italian International School, Lekki, Lagos.   He said the academy was aiming at ensuring that children were groomed to become globally competitive tennis players in the future, regardless of their background.   Shedrack added that the academy would soon extend the ‘Catch-Them-Young’ competition to public schools to discover more talents.   He said that 20 schools were invited for the 2024 competition, but only a few could make it due to the ongoing exams and tests in their various schools.   According to him, the number of kids who came this year is almost the same as last year.   “We are happy to have this number and more parents who came to enco...

   The Open Hands Amazing Charitable Organization has donated 100 chairs to the Catholic Church of the Archangels, Gaduwa/Durumi, Abuja.  The donation, which is valued at over N2 million, is aimed at supporting the growth of the church and providing comfort to its members during services. According to the founder of the organisation, Dr Magdalene Agada, the donation is part of her organisation’s efforts to support the gospel of Jesus Christ and the growth of the church.  Agada, who is based in the United States, stated that her organisation has also been providing support to members of the church and other well-meaning Nigerians with various needs, including payment of house rents, tuition fees for students, and assistance in setting up businesses. The organisation has also been involved in other philanthropic activities, including a recent food donation to over 1,000 people in the Ketu area of Lagos. A beneficiary of the organisation’s philanthropic efforts, Mr Enoc...

    Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has urged residents to live in peace and unity regardless of their religious, cultural, or social backgrounds.   Sanwo-Olu gave the advice at the grand finale of the k2024 Community Day celebration, held at Police College, Ikeja, on Thursday.   The event with the theme: ‘Stronger Together: Building a Resilient Community’, was organised by the Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs and Rural Development.   The governor, who was represented by the Deputy, Dr Obafemi Hamzat, restated the state government’s commitment to building a stronger, more adaptable city, capable of thriving in the face of 21st Century challenges.   He appealed to the residents to remain vigilant against actions that could undermine investments, infrastructure, or heritage.   Sanwo-Olu also urged the people to continue supporting the shared vision for a peaceful and prosperous Lagos.   According to him, the annual event has ...

By Aderonke Ojediran  The 5th edition of the Expros Diaspora Squash Championships may have ended but the memories of the display of emotions by the budding superstars is unforgettable. Every one present at the Teslim Balogun Stadium Surulere could attest to the fact that these junior players U-11, U-13 and U-16 came prepared with impressive display of skills. In the U-11 girls category, Suzan Balogun defeated Shetemi Adekunle 3-1, for the boys, Udo Favour won Wilson Imeobong 3-1. It was a easy win for Grace Gana, she thrashed Khadijat Durosinlorun 3-0. Call him fly boy because nothing explains Lanre Yusuf's playing style, even though the match between Mohammed Azim was retired at 2-1. Yusuf with more training and exposure will come back stronger. The U-16 female finals was nothing short of impressive with the twist and turns, no soothsayer could have predicted who will take home the trophy between Zainab Ishola and Loveth Balogun. Although Ishola won 3-2, it was one of the most unp...

The Director General of the Safety Commission, Mr. Lanre Mojola, has called on Lagosians to take responsibility and be more safety-conscious as the end of the year approaches. Speaking over the weekend to journalists about safety in our environment and the current weather, which is excessive heat and dry conditions, Mr. Mojola emphasized that the safety of lives must take priority over everything else. He stated, "Once there is life, there is hope for a better tomorrow. We can only hope for the best." Mr. Mojola highlighted that the current weather conditions are unfavorable. The excessive heat due to dry weather can lead to tiredness, high fever, blurred vision, and dehydration, which are uncomfortable and harmful to health. He warned residents not to compromise their safety. Specifically, he advised against smoking in public places and storing flammable substances or fuel at home, stalls, or shops to prevent fire outbreaks and incidents that could lead to fatalities. Mr. Mo...

  Tolerance   By Aderonke Ojediran Lagos, Nov. 17, 2024 (NAN): The Lagos State Government has joined the global community in commemorating the 2024 International Day for Tolerance with a renewed call for peace, inclusivity, and unity.   This is contained in a statement on Sunday signed by Mrs Sade Adebayo, the Public Relations Officer, Lagos State Ministry of Home Affairs.   The event, with the theme ‘Tolerance Projects the Beauty in the Diversity of Human Groups’, featured a Walk for Tolerance from Adeyemi Bero Auditorium to Allen Junction, Ikeja,   The health walk was aimed at sensitising residents about the need for tolerance.     In his speech, the state governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, said maintaining peace and unity was crucial for the economic and social development of the state.     The governor, represented by his Special Adviser on Internal Audit, Dr Oyeyemi Ayoola, highlighted the pivotal role of tolerance in fostering peace and sta...

Squash  Some stakeholders at the ongoing 5th edition of the Expros Diaspora Squash Championships has applauded players and coaches for consistently improving their skills. The 5th edition of the U-11, U-13 and U-16 championships was organised by the International Association of Ex Squash Pros in Diaspora. The tournament served off from Nov. 12 to Nov. 16 at the Teslim Balogun Stadium Surulere. Regina Ogunjimi, a former number one ranked female squash player in Nigeria, in the 1980's said that the level of play of players has been mind-blowing. "I am so proud of all the coaches. I'm very much impressed, what they have done with these players in terms of impact is very commendable, kudos to them. " Especially the U-11 I will say they are impressive for the age. If you look at their age. If you look at their level of play now considering their age they are promising superstars," she said. On her impression on female squash, she said there has been great improvemen...

  Food By Aderonke Ojediran Lagos, Nov. 12, 2024 (NAN) FoodClique Support Initiative, a charitable organisation,  will distribute about 25,000 meals to vulnerable households in Lagos State during the festive season, in an effort to tackle hunger. The Chief Executive Officer of the organisation,  Mr Ibrahim Onilegbale, gave the assurance at a news conference on Monday in Lagos. He said that the gesture would be in partnership with Sony Music Nigeria. “This outreach and food relief intervention will hold this festive period to provide hope and support to vulnerable households, and they will not have to worry about their meals for at least seven days. “We would provide 500 food boxes of 10kg each containing non-perishable food items such as rice (2kg), garri (cassava flakes, 2kg), wheat (1kg), spaghetti (1kg) noodles (720g), Semovita (1kg), tomatoes (paste, 250g) and vegetable oil (750ml). “It will also contain items such as Maggi (150g), salt (500g) and sugar (500g). It wil...

    Positivity  Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has said that the creative sector offers a unique chance to showcase Nigeria’s positive image globally while addressing the negative narratives often associated with Nigerians. Sanwo-Olu made this known while briefing newsmen at the Lagos House, Marina to announce the opening of the Lagos International Theatre Festival. The festival is scheduled to begin from Nov. 14 to Nov. 17. Sanwo-Olu said Lagos had the unique opportunity to showcase the image of the country through festivals like the Lagos International theatre festival. ”We want Lagos State to have the best theatres, best producers, our stories should capture our essence. Where we are today was the Lagos Colony as far back as 150 years ago. ” We are rich in history and we should take pride in showcasing our rich cultural and arts heritage, we want to build something like the Caine film festival. ” I’m proud of all your accomplishments in the entertainment indust...

  The International Human Rights Observatory Africa (IHRO-Africa), a civil society organisation, has called on policy makers to implement business-friendly reforms to mitigate human capital flight in Nigeria. Daniel Koussou, the Chairman of the committee on Economic Diplomacy, Trade and Investment, IHRO-AFRICA, made the call during the inauguration of the committee members in Lagos on Thursday. He expressed concerns over the increasing cases of human capital flight due to the harsh business environment. According to Koussou, over 100 companies have exited Nigeria since 2020, resulting in estimated losses of 56 billion dollars. He attributed this to economic instability, volatile currency fluctuations, and high operational costs. To address this, Koussou emphasised the need to tackle economic instability, volatile currency fluctuations, and high operational costs. He also called for the need to simplify Nigeria’s regulations and build necessary transparency and expanding trade agree...

    ART X Lagos has opened with tribute to late Herbert Wigwe, former Group Managing Director of Access Bank Plc and some other unsung pioneers across different fields. The theme for this year’s fair is ‘Promised Lands’. The exhibition had on display beautiful photos of the late banker with videos of iconic previous public presentations. Tokini Peterside-Schwebig, Founder of ART X Lagos, during a media preview of the exhibitions on Thursday, said no fewer than 10 specially curated galleries from cities like Lagos, Harare, Accra, and London, were featured. According to her, the theme resonates deeply with our collective journey, reflecting on where we are and envisioning where we aspire to be. Peterside-Schwebig noted that one of the galleries known as the Markmaker gallery exhibited photographs and achievements of some unsung pioneers who redefined what was possible for Africans in science, art and social activism. According to her, the gallery also has photos, videos and docu...