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      Projects     The Lagos State Government has urged residents of Lagos Island to cooperate with urban regeneration agencies as they begin demolishing illegal structures to rehabilitate roads and start 15 projects.   The appeal was made during a stakeholders’ meeting held on Friday.   Mr Olufemi Daramola, Special Adviser to Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Infrastructure, made this known at the meeting.   Ten roads set for reconstruction include Idumagbo Avenue, Ojo Giwa, Oroyinyin, Moshalasi, Okoya, and Iga-Iduganran Streets, as well as the completion of Adeniji Adele Road.   Daramola said the Sanwo-Olu administration remains committed to urban regeneration, road rehabilitation, and improving drainage systems in the area.   “I have carefully listened to all stakeholders. Governor Sanwo-Olu’s administration is responsive, and our THEMES Plus Agenda remains our guiding principle.   “We will keep providing residents with the necessary in...

  The reinstated Clerk of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Olalekan Onafeko, has resumed back to his duty post, saying his resumption is based on court's order. Onafeko was suspended by the House on January 13, the same day Mudashiru Obasa was removed by 36 of the 40 lawmakers sitting on the fateful day. However, Onafeko approached the National Industrial Court (NIC), to challenge his indefinite suspension by the House and the court ordered for his reinstatement pending the determination of suit he filed against the state government and others.  Addressing journalists in his office on Thursday, Onafeko emphasized that he was appointed as Clerk in 2022 to serve a four-year term and was eligible for reappointment under the Lagos State House of Assembly Legislative Service Commission Law.  He also expressed his confusion over the suspension, stating that he was not given prior notice and did not commit any offense to warrant such action. Onafeko said with court's order re...

Mrs Folashade Ambrose-Medebem, the Commissioner for Commerce, Cooperatives, Trade and Investment, on Tuesday reiterated that Lagos State remains an incubator for industrialisation and innovation. She made the assertion during the launch of Operation Quadrant Ignite (OQI) at the Design and Innovation Hub, Ecobank Art Centre in Lagos. She said that the road to industrialisation to unlock the potential of the state is a collective responsibility of both the government and the private sector. “This event is a testament to the power of ideas for our collaboration, building together, and showcasing, shaping the future of industries in Lagos State. “The theme of this year’s event, “The Road to Industrialisation,” is not just a topic for discussion; it is a clarion call, a call to collective action, an urgent appeal for critical needs to foster strategic partnerships. “Our commitment is unwavering in order to unlock the potential of Lagos State as the foremost industrial power hub. “Industrial...

        Sunday Olapade, the top-ranked male professional golfer in Nigeria, on Thursdy earned a place in the prestigious DP World Tour, a significant achievement for his career.   The DP World Tour, sponsored by the Emirati company DP World, hosts golf tournaments globally. It was formerly called the European Tour before its rebranding.   DP World operates ports worldwide, and the tour’s events are renowned in professional golf. Olapade secured his spot at the Magical Kenyan Open, part of the series.   NAN reports that Olapade is the third Nigerian to achieve this feat, following in the footsteps of the late Christian Godfrey and Andrew Oche-Odoh.   “I feel so elated to have come this far. This is a big deal, and I’m happy that it’s happening now.   “This win is for all golf enthusiasts. I want more support for golfers like me. The DP World Tour begins today, and I wish myself the best,” Olapade said.   Oche-Odoh, a former number one pla...

   The Chief Consultant at Dunamis Icon, Itiako Ikpokpo, has announced that no fewer than 3,000 indigenous athletes in the Niger-Delta region are expected to showcase their talents at the first edition of the Niger-Delta Sports Festival. Ikpokpo, who made the disclosure in Lagos on Saturday, said the festival became necessary as a result of the backdrop of top athletes in the region, which prompted the Niger-Delta Development Commission (NDDC) to engage its youth through sport. The festival is scheduled for April 1 to 19 at the 30,000 capacity Godwill Akpabio International Stadium Uyo, Akwa-Ibom State. Athletes are expected to participate in a total of 17 sports that include Football, Basketball, Table Tennis, Tennis, Canoeing, Boxing, Athletics, Para-Powerlifting, Para-Athletics, Swimming, Scrabble, Chess. Others are Volleyball, Weightlifting, Wrestling and Handball. "I have been around sports for a while and that endeared me to understanding the dynamics of some of the issue...

  By Aderonke Ojediran Lagos, Feb. 14, 2025 (NAN) The Lagos State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to leveraging its tourism potential and population to attract investment and place the state on the global map.   Idris Aregbe, Special Adviser to Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Tourism, Arts and Culture, stated this during an executive tour of the John Randle Centre for Yoruba Culture and History, Onikan.   “Our museum is extensive. What sets it apart is our focus on telling our own story and creating experiences that bring people together.   “This is our role as a government—to showcase the beauty of our city.   “Today, we have brought in various stakeholders to spread the good news about Lagos. We mean business, and I am pleased we have a governor passionate about tourism,” he said.   During the tour, Aregbe and local and foreign travel enthusiasts acknowledged Lagos State’s rich cultural heritage.   “This is an unforgettable experience. Experienci...

SoftAlliance, one of Nigeria's foremost technology companies, has promised to deepen its relationship with the Office of the Head of Civil Service of the Federation in providing technology solutions to enhance the coordination of the Federal Government’s (FG) workforce.   The company made the promise during a courtesy visit to the Head of Civil Service of the Federation - Mrs. Esther Didi Walson-Jack, at the Federal Secretariat, Abuja on Tuesday,   The team was led by the Chairman of SoftAlliance, Mr Tunde Badejo, accompanied by Directors and key officers of the management team.  They were graciously received by the Head of Service alongside key officials of the office of the Head of Civil Service of the Federation including but not limited to Permanent Secretaries, Directors, the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Civil Service Matters and Consultants.  SoftAlliance restated the company’s commitment to deepen its long-standing partnership with th...

Team By Aderonke Ojediran Lagos, Feb. 13, 2025 (NAN) The South-West Governors Forum on Thursday said it had become important to checkmate the activities of middlemen that inflated the prices of foodstuffs in the region. The governors took the decision during a meeting in Lagos. The South-West Governors Forum was hosted by its Chairman, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State. The meeting was attended by Governors Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State, Biodun Oyebaniji of Ekiti, Dapo Abiodun of Ogun, Ademola Adeleke of Osun and Sanwo-Olu. The governors said that the South-West Geo-Political Zone would establish a joint monitoring team to checkmate activities of middlemen in food sales. Sanwo-Olu and the other governors addressed the press after four fours of deliberation. The press briefing held at Lagos House, Ikeja. Sanwo-Olu said: “The forum recognises the need for food security, we encourage collaboration within the South-West states.  “We express concerns...

    Forms By Millicent Ifeanyichukwu/Aderonke Ojediran  The Chief Executive Officer of Lok Foundation, Mr Lukman Akerele, has distributed more than 100 free Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) forms to students seeking admission into tertiary institutions. At the distribution ceremony on Thursday at the Lagos State Universal Basic Education Board premises, Akerele said the aim was to give back to the society and encourage the less privileged. “The forms which we are giving out at no cost will afford them the opportunity to sit for the examination organised by JAMB. “The foundation is also taking a step to support them by sponsoring them to higher institutions as part of efforts to reduce burden on their parents,” he said. He said that the gesture was an annual exercise and in the sixth edition, adding that it had helped a number of youths to gain admission into tertiary institutions. Akerele advised the beneficiaries to make the best use of the the opp...

  The Lagos State Safety Commission has reiterated its commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of students in Lagos State Model Colleges.  The Director-General Safety Commission, Mr. Lanre Mojola, who was represented by the Technical Adviser, Mr. Seun Awojobi, at the training program tagged: Safety sensitization for house managers, food vendors and stakeholders in Lagos State Model Colleges said the training was aimed to educate House Managers, Food vendors and Stakeholders in Lagos State Model Colleges on the need to prioritize safety and security in boarding schools. He noted that the Lagos State Safety Commission has been working tirelessly to ensure that all schools in the state adhere strictly to safety standards and protocols. "As a responsible government, safety of our students cannot be compromised, we are committed to providing a safe and secure environment for our students to learn and grow," . Mr. Awojobi, highlighted the critical roles house managers a...

  The Director-General of the National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC), Mr Joseph Osanipin, has urged stakeholders in the automotive industry to prioritise the local manufacturing of vehicle components. He made this call during a stakeholder engagement meeting with the Association of Motor Dealers of Nigeria (AMDON) on Thursday in Ikeja. The theme of the meeting is, “Import of Used Car Dealership Regulation in Nigeria”. Osanipin said it was important for stakeholders to leverage on new innovations and manufacture component parts. “Your role cannot be overemphasised. This engagement began in 2024, and the auto sector alone has the potential to generate employment opportunities on par with agriculture. “So, because of this multiplier effect, the government is taking the auto sector very seriously. “If we get automobile sector right, it has the capacity to build infrastructure on its own. The auto sector also has the capacity to conserve foreign exchange. “If you loo...

  The Lagos State Government says it is commitment to fostering a vibrant, sustainable, and resilient industrial landscape that is innovative, inclusive, and globally competitive.   The state’s Commissioner for Commerce, Cooperatives, Trade, and Investment, Ms Folashade Ambrose, said this on Monday during the Lagos State Industrial Policy Consultative Assembly and Validation Workshop, organised by the ministry in Alausa.   According to him, it is important for state to recalibrate its industrial policies to align with both domestic imperatives and international best practices as the world transitions towards a new era.   She added that the new era of economic modernisation is driven by technology, sustainability, and global competitiveness,   “Today’s assembly speaks to our commitment to creating an enabling business environment that encourages sustainable investment, infrastructure development, and industrial growth. “These pillars are essential to achieving th...