Ekohotblog reports that Lagos State Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu visited the Ikosi-Ejinrin Local Council Development Area (LCDA) on Saturday, November 30, 2024, to assess the progress of two significant projects in Ketu-Ereyun: the Lagos State Mental Health Institute and the Lagos Central Food Security Systems and Logistics Hub. The Governor was received by members of … Read more
The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has reaffirmed his commitment to completing the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) permanent orientation camp at Agbowa, Ikorodu, before the end of 2024. Speaking at the swearing-in ceremony of the 2024 Batch C Stream 1 corps members on Friday, the governor, represented by the Commissioner for Youth and Social … Read more
The Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed a suit seeking to prevent the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) from arresting Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu after his tenure ends. Justice Joyce Abdulmalik struck out the case on October 31 following a motion by Gbenga Femi Akande, Sanwo-Olu’s counsel, to discontinue the proceedings. Hadiza … Read more
The Executive Governor of Lagos State, Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, has effectively swore in Barr. Rekiya Olufunke Hassan as the news chair for Onigbongbo LCDA following the passing of its substantive chair, Late Hon. Oladotun Olakunle. Sanwo-olu made this development known on his officcial X account on Monday, November 11, 2024 by making a public … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the Executive Chairman of Ikosi-Ejinrin LCDA, Otunba Wale Anomo, has congratulated Hon. Kunle Dabiri, also known as Captain KD, on his appointment as the Senior Special Assistant to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on the Lagos State Signage and Advertisement Agency (LASAA). In his goodwill message, Otunba Anomo praised Captain KD for his hard … Read more
The Lagos State Ministry of Women Affairs and Poverty Alleviation (WAPA) successfully empowered at least 100 women in the Eti-Osa East Local Council Development Area (LCDA) with the skills and business equipment they need to become more financially independent and self-sufficient. Participants in the “Lifeskills Economic Empowerment Programme (LEEP)” for Eti-Osa East residents received training … Read more
The executive governor of Lagos State, Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, has commended the efforts of the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (CITN) for their ongoing advocacy and contributions to the Lagos taxation system. The delegates from the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (CITN) paid an official visit to Governor Sanwo-Olu at the State House … Read more
The Lagos State Government has confirmed that its second rail project, the Red Line, will officially commence commercial operations on October 15. This announcement was made in a statement signed by Kolawole Ojelabi, Head of Corporate Communication at the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA), and shared via the agency’s X account. The statement was … Read more
Governor of Lagos State, Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-olu alongside the Honourable Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Tunji Alausa, put pen to paper, signifying the official handing over of the Epe General Hospital to the Federal Government, conferring the status of Federal Medical Centre on the Medical Centre at Landmark Event Center, … Read more
The Lagos State government, led by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has announced plans to demolish 280 illegal structures in an effort to protect the state’s master plan and prevent the formation of slums. The Commissioner for Waterfront Infrastructure Development, Ekundayo Alebiosu, confirmed the decision in a statement on Tuesday, highlighting the government’s concern over the … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that Comrade Giwa Moore was among the attendees at the 4th graduation and 5th induction ceremony held at the Project Loud Sanwo-Olu ICT Skills Acquisition Empowerment Center at Teslim Balogun surulere The event was organized by Com Kenny, Senior Special Assistant to the Governor of Lagos State on Grassroots Empowerment. EDITORS PICK: … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that Tayo Ayinde, Chief of Staff to Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Tuesday visited St. Peters Anglican Primary School in Ikeja, his alma mater, to mark his 60th birthday. During the visit, Ayinde donated exercise books to the students and commended the teachers for their commitment and dedication to education. EDITOR’S … Read more
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has praised former Military Administrator of Lagos State and current NDLEA Chairman, Brigadier General Buba Marwa (Rtd.), on his 71st birthday. Sanwo-Olu commended Marwa’s exceptional leadership, loyalty, and dedication to Nigeria’s growth, describing him as a shining example of selflessness and discipline in public service. The Governor fondly recalled Marwa’s … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that Lagos State is on the verge of launching its much-anticipated standalone University of Medicine and Health Sciences, a key element of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s administration. The institution is poised to transform healthcare education and delivery, not just for Lagosians but also for the entire nation. Admissions into the multi-campus university … Read more
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has urged journalists to serve as a vital link between the government and the people by effectively reporting on the state’s projects, policies, and achievements. This, he believes, will keep the public informed and up-to-date on the government’s activities. Represented by Deputy Governor, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, Sanwo-Olu emphasized the … Read more
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has urged the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) to lead the charge in promoting health insurance schemes in Nigeria. During a courtesy visit by the NMA’s national leadership, Sanwo-Olu emphasized the importance of health insurance in ensuring citizens have access to quality healthcare services. “We need to find a way to … Read more
Lagos State Materials Testing Laboratory (LSMTL) has embarked on a journey to obtain ISO accreditation In a bid to bolster its credibility and commitment to international standards. This move aims to solidify the laboratory’s position as a beacon of quality assurance in the construction industry. According to Engr. Olayinka Abdul, General Manager of LSMTL, the … Read more
The weeklong celebration of the 2024 International Youth Day in Lagos State has been concluded on Tuesday with a vibrant parade, organized by the Ministry of Youth and Social Development. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu attended the closing ceremony at Campos Mini Stadium on Lagos Island, where he reaffirmed his administration’s dedication to tapping into the potential … Read more
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has reaffirmed his administration’s dedication to fostering a business-friendly environment in Lagos during the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) International Business Conference, Expo 2024. Speaking at the event, themed ‘Invest Nigeria,’ held at Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, the Governor outlined his government’s ongoing efforts to attract and sustain … Read more
In a bid to elevate Lagos State’s healthcare and medical education, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s administration is spearheading the creation of a stand-alone medical university. This initiative, driven by the Ministries of Tertiary Education, Health, and the Lagos State University College of Medicine (LASUCOM), aims to establish a top-tier medical institution in the state. During a … Read more