Sanwo-Olu
27 Sep
The Fidau prayer for the late Islamic singer, Alhaja Rukayat Gawat-Oyefeso, will be held on Tuesday, October 1, 2024. The prayer follows her passing on September 23, 2024, after a brief illness. Rukayat, widely known for her soulful voice and religious music that resonated with the Muslim community, was buried in her husband’s hometown, Ijebu-Aiyepe,…
23 Sep
The Lagos State governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has reiterated his administration's support for the judiciary and its ongoing reform. The governor also commended the judiciary on its digitisation of court processes across the state, noting that it has helped reduce delay, brought the judiciary closer to the people, and made it more transparent Sanwo-Olu disclosed…
17 Sep
Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos state has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to strengthening cooperation with People’s Republic of China (PRC) in key areas such as renewable energy, healthcare, and education. Sanwo-Olu hails China’s transformation, seeks deeper cooperation READ ALSO:Sanwo-Olu rejoices with Muslims over Eid-el-maulud celebration Sanwo-Olu made the pledge at the…
15 Sep
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has congratulated the Muslim faithful in Nigeria, particularly in Lagos State, as they celebrate this year's Eid-el-Maulud, which marks the birth of Prophet Muhammad. Sanwo-Olu, in a statement issued on Sunday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr. Gboyega Akosile, urged Muslims to emulate the teachings and…
10 Sep
The Chairman of the Committee of Wives of Lagos State Officials (COWLSO), Dr Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, has underscored the need to encourage women to be self-confident and break boundaries to breast the tape in whatever field they desire. Speaking on Tuesday at the 24th National Women's Convention of COWLSO, Sanwo-Olu maintained that when women soar…
10 Sep
Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State on Tuesday reiterated his administration’s support for women's development. READ ALSO:Sanwo Olu, Celebrates Osimhen, Oshoala And Nadozie He gave the assurance at the 24th edition of the Committee of Wives of Lagos State Officials (COWLSO) Women Conference. The two-day event opened on Tuesday on Victoria…
6 Sep
Lagos has been named the 6th best city for nightlife in 2024, ahead of Rotterdam, Netherlands, and Manchester, United Kingdom, among others. Only the cities of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; Manila, Philippines; Berlin, Germany; Guadalajara, Mexico; and Austin, Texas, in the United States are ahead of Lagos, Nigeria, in the rating made public by Time…
1 Sep
The Lagos State Government has officially kicked off the Red Line Rail with invitational passenger operations. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu announced this in a statement on his official X account on Sunday evening. Sanwo-Olu said the achievement represents a major advancement in reshaping public transportation in Lagos, bringing residents closer to a modern, efficient, and interconnected…
28 Aug
The Lagos State Government is set to partner with Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation on economic development. The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, disclosed this in a post he shared on his X account on Wednesday. "'I was paid a courtesy visit by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation led by Uche Amaonwu, Country Director…
25 Aug
Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has congratulated the newly installed Chairman of Inner Wheel District 912 club, Mrs Abiola Aberuagba, calling for the club’s increased humanitarian services. READ ALSO:Sanwo-Olu commissions housing estates in Ketu Represented by ‘Bimbola Salu-Hundeyin, the Secretary to the Lagos State Government, Sanwo-Olu gave the congratulatory message at…
24 Aug
POISED to help as many Lagos residents as possible in taking care of different health challenges, the Onome Omobolaji Obada Foundation (OOOF) last week partnered with the Lagos State governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on a one-week medical outreach which held at Military Hospital in Ikoyi, Lagos. According to the founder and convener, United Lagos and chairperson,…
24 Aug
Poised to assist as many Lagos residents as possible with various health challenges, the Onome Omobolaji Obada Foundation (OOOF) partnered with Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on a one-week medical outreach at Military Hospital in Ikoyi, Lagos. According to the founder and convener, United Lagos and chairperson of OOOF, Votu Obada, the foundation was created…
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The oldest Catholic priest in Nigeria, Thomas Oleghe, has died at the age of 104. According to a statement by Gabriel Dunia, the Bishop of Auchi, Oleghe passed away at around 2:30a.m. on Sunday and will be buried on Wednesday, November 27, 2024.
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Former Argentina boss Jorge Sampaoli's began his Rennes tenure with a 1-0 loss at Lille on Sunday, while riot police were deployed to stop an attempted pitch invasion by Nantes fans. Kosovo international Edon Zhegrova struck right before half-time as Lille extended their unbeaten run to eight games to stay a point behind third-placed Marseille.…
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The Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), the foremost socio-political body of the South-South region, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his decision to release Rivers State’s statutory allocation. During a media interaction at Uyo Airport on Saturday, PANDEF’s newly appointed National Chairman, Ambassador Godknows Igali, expressed satisfaction with the President’s move, describing it as…
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The European Union (EU) through its International organisation, Search for Common Ground, (SEARCH), has partnered with Bundu-Ama and Igbisikala-Ama communities in Port Harcourt City local government area as well as, security agencies to create a crime free environment . The organisation's representatives, the community members including youths, men and women as well as some security…
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Romelu Lukaku ensured Napoli maintained their one-point lead at the top of Serie A with the only goal in Sunday's 1-0 win over his old club Roma. Belgium striker Lukaku poked home his fifth Napoli goal seven minutes after half-time in Naples, handing veteran Claudio Ranieri a defeat on his return to management with his…
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Abducted relatives of former Daily Trust Editor, Malam Ahmed Tahir Ajobe, have been released. It was gathered that their abductors had earlier reduced the ransom to N10m from the N50m earlier demanded. The three victims include a male and two females, including Mr Ajobe's immediate younger sister, Halimtu-Sadiya Tahir. This was disclosed to our…
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Kylian Mbappe scored his first goal in five games for Real Madrid as the champions beat Leganes 3-0 on Sunday in La Liga. Fede Valverde and Jude Bellingham also struck as Madrid moved second, four points behind leaders Barcelona with a game in hand. Los Blancos capitalised after Barcelona slipped to a draw at Celta…
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A financial expert, Prof. Uche Uwaleke, says the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) is likely to raise interest rates again. Uwaleke, the Director, Institute of Capital Market at the Nasarawa State University, is also the President, Capital Market Academics of Nigeria. He said this in an interview with the…
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Note that the high priest’s prayer for the forgiveness of the Israelites’ sin on the Day of Atonement would not be heard until his own sinful condition had been cleansed.