Politics

Your victory, proof of popularity, goodwill, Ogunsan lauds Sanwo-Olu

Ihesiulo Grace 21 March 2023 0

Elated by the reelection of the Lagos State governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, at the governorship election held this Saturday, a board member of the Lagos State Security Trust Fund (LSSTF), Dr Ayo Ogunsan, has said the feat is only a ‘proof of popularity and goodwill’. In his goodwill

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Sanwo-Olu asks residents to eschew violence, empathises over Naira crisis

Ihesiulo Grace 20 February 2023 0

…sustains 50% fare cut on public transport, meets private operators against hiking fares BY BENJAMIN OMOIKE In the wake of reported disturbances in some parts of Lagos on Friday, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has sent a passionate appeal to residents to remain calm and avoid any form of violence that may throw the state into turmoil. […]

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Sanwo-Olu inducts 30 pioneer fellows into Jakande Leadership Academy

Ihesiulo Grace 13 February 2023 0

…Initiative to equip, nurture talented young people for leadership, says Gov …Family: Project’ll preserve our father’s treasured legacy BY BENJAMIN OMOIKE 30 Nigerians under age 35 from diverse backgrounds have been selected as pioneer set of fellows who will undergo a one-year practical training at the Lateef Jakande Leadership Academy (LJLA), following the formal launch

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Sanwo-Olu inducts 30 pioneer fellows into Jakande Leadership Academy

Ihesiulo Grace 13 February 2023 0

…Initiative to equip, nurture talented young people for leadership, says Gov …Family: Project’ll preserve our father’s treasured legacy BY BENJAMIN OMOIKE 30 Nigerians under age 35 from diverse backgrounds have been selected as pioneer set of fellows who will undergo a one-year practical training at the Lateef Jakande Leadership Academy (LJLA), following the formal launch

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Sanwo-Olu purchases 100 cars for Lagos civil servants

Ihesiulo Grace 1 February 2023 0

BY BENJAMIN OMOIKE The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has revealed that the state has taken possession of 100 vehicles for civil servants in the state. Posting pictures of the cars on his social media pages, the governor said the purchase was done to keep his promise that Lagos State would always prioritise the welfare […]

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Kwara trader groups in Lagos, fashion designers mobilise for Tinubu, Sanwo-Olu

Ihesiulo Grace 31 January 2023 0

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, continued his reelection campaign, meeting members of five trade unions and non-political groups at the Tinubu/Shettima and Sanwo-Olu/Hamzat Independent Campaign Council (ICC) in Ikeja GRA. It was the Governor’s first visit to the ICC established last November to drive grassroots mobilisation for All Progressives Congress (APC) in

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Sanwo-Olu withdraws from gov’ship debate with PDP’s Jandor, gives reasons

Ihesiulo Grace 30 January 2023 0

BY BENJAMIN OMOIKE Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has condemned the “shocking video” trending, where a group of thugs were seen shooting in broad daylight in Surulere area of the state, and has consequently withdrawn from participating at the programme tagged: “The Platform Governorship Debate” holding on January 29, 2023. The programme is being […]

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Bolanle Raheem: There’ll be no cover-up in investigation, prosecution, says Sanwo-Olu

Ihesiulo Grace 30 December 2022 0

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Thursday, said there would be no cover-up in the investigation and prosecution of the culprit(s) involved in the murder of the late lawyer, Mrs. Bolanle Raheem, who was killed on Christmas Day by a police officer. He said the outcome of investigations of the case is very important […]

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Ajah shooting: Sanwo-Olu condemns cold-blooded killing, commiserates with Bolanle Raheem’s family

Ihesiulo Grace 27 December 2022 0

BY BENJAMIN OMOIKE Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has condemned in strongest terms, the alleged shooting and killing of Mrs. Bolanle Raheem, a lawyer, which took place yesterday under the Ajah Bridge by a police officer attached to Ajiwe Police Station, while the victim and her family were on their way out for Christmas […]

Politics

2023 polls: Sanwo-Olu takes campaign to Ikorodu, assures residents of more fulfilled promises

Ihesiulo Grace 21 December 2022 0

…Imota Rice Mill, Lekki Deep Seaport set for commissioning in January …Gov to hand over Oba Sekumade Rd, Ipakodo Rd, Eleko-Epe Highway By BENJAMIN OMOIKE Ikorodu Town Hall, on Tuesday, bubbled with political activities as the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), took its governorship campaign to the Lagos East Senatorial District. Tumultuous crowd of residents, […]

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Sanwo-Olu says proactiveness saved Lagos from being submerged in flood as APC flags off guber campaign in Lagos

Ihesiulo Grace 5 December 2022 0

BY BENJAMIN OMOIKE Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Saturday said the fact that Lagos State was not submerged by the flood that recently ravaged many parts of the country, despite the fact that the state is less than two metres above sea level was not a fluke, saying his administration took proactive measures to […]

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Sanwo-Olu’s Kicks Off 2nd term campaign

Ihesiulo Grace 4 December 2022 0

By Godwin Anyebe Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has formally commenced his re-election campaign with the theme: “Greater Lagos Rising”. Governor Sanwo-Olu and his deputy, Dr Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, are the gubernatorial candidate and running mate on the ticket of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the March 11th 2023 governorship election. Speaking

Business

Lekki Port to create 200,000 job opportunities, unlock Nigeria’s economic potential

Ihesiulo Grace 2 November 2022 0

By Joy Obakeye Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has said that the Lekki Deep Sea Port can create over 200,000 job opportunities, boosting revenue and assisting Nigeria in attaining commercial benefits as channels that will unlock the country’s economic potential. The governor disclosed this in Lagos at a recent ceremony marking the completion of the […]

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Sanwo-Olu presents N1.69trn 2023 budget

Ihesiulo Grace 28 October 2022 0

By Motolani Oseni Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Lagos governor, has presented the 2023 budget to the state house of assembly, even as the Speaker of the Lagos State House, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, pointed out that the Bill should address three areas for the benefit of the residents of the State. The N1.69 trillion ‘budget of continuity’ […]

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LASG bills will enhance ease of doing business, says Sanwo-Olu

Ihesiulo Grace 24 October 2022 0

By Joy Obakeye The governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu said that the state government has improved plans to enhance the ease of doing business in Lagos with the Lagos State Wealth Fund (LSWF) bill and the Lagos State Civil Bill when passed into Law by the State House of Assembly. He disclosed this while […]

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Sanwo-Olu gets concession document for Badagry deep seaport as Lagos economic summit ends

Ihesiulo Grace 20 October 2022 0

BY BENJAMIN OMOIKE Lagos State Economic Summit (Ehingbeti 2022) has been concluded, and the state is already counting the gains of the two-day event. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, at the event, received the approval to build the Badagry Deep Seaport, which was approved by the Federal Executive Council (FEC), last August. The approval authorises and provides […]

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Sanwo-Olu, Adeboye task Nigerians on peace

Ihesiulo Grace 3 October 2022 0

BY BENJAMIN OMOIKE Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, and General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye, have called on Nigerians to continuously work and pray for peace in the nation. They made the call on Sunday at the Redeemed Christians Church of God (RCCG), October Thanksgiving Service and […]

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Security threat: Sanwo-Olu directs security agencies to raise vigilance level, allays Lagosians’ fears

Ihesiulo Grace 6 August 2022 0

BY BENJAMIN OMOIKE Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Friday, received firsthand briefings on the level of alert from the commanders of all security formations in the State. This is coming against the background of the reported security threats to the city of Lagos. The security chiefs briefed the Governor during the State security meeting […]

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Sanwo-Olu orders probe into boat mishap

Ihesiulo Grace 12 July 2022 0

BY BENJAMIN OMOIKE Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has ordered a probe into the July 8 Mile 2-Ibeshe boat accident in which lives were lost. The governor said he is deeply saddened by the incident and commiserated with the families who lost their loved ones. According to Commissioner for Information and Strategy in the state, […]

Entertainment

Sanwo-Olu unveils 2021 Greater Lagos Fiesta

Ihesiulo Grace 4 November 2021 0

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has unveiled the 2021 Greater Lagos Fiesta noting that the month long event will help the state’s recovery efforts after the devastations of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Governor stated this on Friday at the unveiling ceremony of the Fiesta themed ‘Lagos Rocks’. It will feature activities including cycling, photography and