Lagos State has discharged nine more coronavirus patients. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu made this known on Tuesday. He said five females and four males including a Polish were released to the society, bringing the total number of recoveries in the state to 107. He said, “I have more great news from our isolation facilities. Nine more … Read more
The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, says the earnings of health workers in the state would be increased. He said this during a televised media briefing on COVID-19 updates in Lagos monitored by our correspondent on Monday. He also praised the health workers for their sacrifices and professionalism in fighting coronavirus in the state. “We … Read more
The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has said that wearing of face masks would be made compulsory for residents in the state from next week. The governor said this would help to curb the spread of coronavirus in the state. He said this during a televised media briefing on COVID-19 updates in Lagos monitored by … Read more
The Lagos State Government has announced coronavirus test centres in the 20 Local Government Areas of the state. The Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Health, Oreoluwa Finnih, announced this in a tweet on Saturday. Finnih, a public health advocate, explained that the facilities were located across the 20 local government areas of the … Read more
Lagos State Governor Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Saturday said the government would henceforth treat certain categories of patients free of charge in its secondary health facilities to cushion the effects of lockdown of the state to contain the spread of coronavirus pandemic. This is coming as the government impounded 400 danfo buses for violating the … Read more
Due to the sudden surge of coronavirus cases in Lagos, Governor Sanwo-Olu has hinted at a possible extension of the ongoing lockdown in the state. The Governor made this disclosure during a media parley with journalists, where he said the lockdown would be extended depending on the situation of things, adding that the number of … Read more
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has tested negative for Coronavirus. Announcing the news via his verified Twitter handle @jidesanwoolu, the governor said it is important he gets tested to ensure that nothing distracts him from leading Lagos in a period like this. His family members and aides have eluded the virus as well. “As a … Read more
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has charged security agents to show high professionalism as the lockdown order announced on three states by President Muhammadu Buhari commences by Monday night. The Governor urged those who will be carrying out the enforcement to show high professionalism in dealing with erring persons, cautioning that high-handedness may lead … Read more
Lagos State Governor Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu has congratulated the National Leader of the All Progressives Congress, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on his 68th birthday. Sanwo-Olu in a message signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Gboyega Akosile, described the former governor of Lagos State as a pathfinder, a visionary leader and a rare mentor, who has … Read more
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on a visit to the scene of the explosion that happened yesterday at Abule Ado area of Lagos said the aftermath of the eruption looks like a war zone, adding that he has never seen anything like it before. Sanwo-Olu who was accompanied by his deputy, Obafemi Hamzat, made this … Read more
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and his deputy Obafemi Hamzat are currently at the scene of the explosion that happened yesterday at Abule-Ado area in Amuwo Odofin Local Government Area of the state. The explosion that happened in the early hours of Sunday rocked neighboring areas, as a result plumes of smoke rose into the … Read more
The Executive Chairman, Lagos State Universal Basic Education Board (LASUBEB), Mr. Wahab Alawiye-King has reiterated the determination of the Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu led administration to improve public schools in Lagos. The Chairman stated this on Tuesday while receiving a delegation from the Nigerian Army 81 Division who paid him a courtesy visit at his Office … Read more
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Wednesday disclosed that parts of Eko bridge closed in the early hours of the day was for safety of the residents and motorists who use the bridge as well as to pave the way for maintenance works to be done on the failed portions. Sanwo-Olu stated this at … Read more
The Lagos State Taxi Drivers and Cab Operators Association, popularly known as Yellow Taxi/Eko Cab, on Tuesday, unveiled EkoCab Mobile App to promote the transit system in the state. The app tagged “EkoApp: A New Approach to Lagos Transport” was launched in Ikeja at an event attended by stakeholders in the transport sector. Mr Taiwo … Read more
Reports from the Presidential villa, Abuja revealed that President Muhammadu Buhari is in a meeting with Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu. It’s unclear Sanwo-Olu’s mission, but of late many governors have visited the President to raise issues, including development of infrastructure in their states and security. However, Photographs of the visit released a few … Read more
Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Friday acknowledged the role of women in building the home front and the nation, saying they have the capacity to solve a myriad of challenges confronting the country. Sanwo-Olu, who spoke while declaring open a three-day workshop on Protocol, Ethics and Security for members of the Committee of … Read more
The Lagferry multipurpose Barge was activated today. The barge which is about 1800 tons can be used for weddings, dinners, cruise etc. It is also available for movement of containers, vehicles, trucks, from one place to the other. See Photos:
The Amir Sahib Alhaj Abdulazeez Folorunsho Alayote and his entourage met with the Kwara state governor Alhaji Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq at the presidential lodge GRA ilorin Kwara state recently. In his speech the Amir Sahib relayed the message of huzoor (atba) to leaders of the world to the Kwara state Governor which are adding value to … Read more
Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu the Governor of Lagos State on Friday said that his administration would collaborate with professionals and mortgage institutions to deliver affordable mass housing to residents of the state. Sanwo-Olu, who gave the assurance while handing over keys to allottees of Alhaji Lateef Jakande Gardens Estate, Igando, said that government was addressing both … Read more
Lagos in recent times has become safer than it was some years ago when violent robberies, car jacking and mugging are carried out even in broad day light. However, in spite of the improved security, some areas are still considered as dangerous. As a resident or visitor, you do not want to find yourself in … Read more