Sanwo-Olu
14 Oct
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Lagos state Chapter, has appealed to the state government to suspend its planned ban on single-use plastics and carry stakeholders along to discuss alternatives. The state Chairman of NLC, Mrs. Funmi Sessi, made the appeal in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday in Lagos. NAN…
7 Oct
The Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has called on leaders and stakeholders across all spheres to prioritize creating an environment where youths can reach their full potential. READ ALSO:Sanwo-Olu, Aloba, others urge Nigerians to keep hope alive Sanwo-Olu made the call in his keynote address during the commemoration of the 2024…
5 Oct
President Bola Tinubu has affirmed that his attention is set on securing a brighter future for the next generation of Nigerians, rather than focusing on the 2027 elections. The declaration came during the 2024 South-West Assembly of the All Progressives Congress (APC), held in Victoria Island, Lagos, and hosted by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, who serves…
27 Sep
Lagos State government has said that the administration of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu is working towards securing a place among the top tourism and entertainment destinations globally. The Special Adviser to Sanwo-Olu on Tourism, Arts, and Culture, Idris Aregbe, in a statement, said this is part of the administration's THEMES+ agenda, adding that one of its…
27 Sep
Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos has sympathized with his Akwa Ibom counterpart, Pastor Umo Eno, on the death of his wife, Pastor Patience Umo Eno. READ ALSO:Sanwo-Olu congratulates Oyedepo at 70 Patience died on Thursday during a brief illness. She died in a hospital in the presence of her…
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…
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