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[The Alausa Blog]: Governor Ambode is inviting Ogudu-Ojota residents to rub minds with him
Lagos state Governor Akinwunmi Ambode will be hosting the residents of Ogudu, Ojota and its environs at a town hall meeting this October. This edition which is the 4th in…
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[The Alausa Blog]: There’s a new 20-feet statue of Pa Obafemi Awolowo in Lagos (PHOTOS)
A new statue of late nationalist and statesman, Obafemi Awolowo now sits on the LTV junction on Lateef Jakande Road, Ikeja. The 20-feet statue was unveiled by Governor Akinwunmi Ambode…
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[The Alausa Blog]: So the Lagos state government FINALLY wants to replace the Fadeyi overhead bridge?
Although we have concerns about the use of the word "replace" as communicated in the statement released by the state government earlier today, we still need to applaud them for…
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[The Alausa Blog] Dear Gov Ambode, Bariga residents need your urgent attention
As Governor Ambode's administration daily churns out details of every of its latest achievements via social media, a number of people smartly use the opportunity of the comment section to…
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[The Alausa Blog] Tinubu is technically still the governor of Lagos state and here’s proof
Okay! Okay!! No need for palpitations yet. Of course, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu is not the governor of Lagos state although he still sits on his exalted throne from where he…
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[The Alausa Blog]: The Lagos State Government is testing every Lagosian for HIV and here’s how it’s starting
As part of efforts to achieve the UNAIDS' three-part target, the 90-90-90 initiative that aims to end the AIDS epidemic in the world by 2030, the Lagos state government has…
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[The Alausa Blog]: Gov. Ambode meets new Commissioner of Police, Imohimi Edgar (PHOTOS)
Lagos state's newly appointed Commissioner of Police, Edgar Imohimi today met with Governor Akinwunmi Ambode at the Lagos House, Ikeja. The new CP who was appointed by Inspector General of…
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[The Alausa Blog] Lagos State is about to take disease prevention and control to another level
The Lagos State Ministry of Health and the Primary Healthcare Board in collaboration with one of the leading healthcare and community mobilisation technology companies in Nigeria, EpidAlert have designed an easy…
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[The Alausa Blog] Fatai Owoseni or Edgar Imohimi: Who exactly is the Police Commissioner in Lagos?
On Tuesday, news sites across the state reported the appointment of a new Commissioner of Police as directed by the Inspector General, Ibrahim Idris. We were introduced to Edgar Imohimi,…
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[The Alausa Blog] LASG officials hang out at the Financial Times, UK (PHOTOS)
Mr Steve Ayorinde, the Commissioner for Information and Strategy led a team of Lagos State Government officials to the Financial Times offices in the United Kingdom on a courtesy visit…
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[The Alausa Blog] The First Lady of Lagos advises residents on regular medical check-ups
The wife of the Lagos State Governor, Bolanle Ambode, has enjoined residents of the State to undergo regular medical check-ups for early diagnosis of health conditions as well as engage…
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[The Alausa Blog] What Melaye said about Ambode at the Notting Hill carnival
Besides singing the infamous Ajekun Iya hook and getting a few rude boos, part of Senator Dino Melaye agenda at the ongoing Notting Hill carnival was reeling out praises for…
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“Lagos is one of the highest waste generators in the world” | 7 takeaways from Governor Ambode’s article
Governor Ambode is pitching Lagos afresh to Nigerians. In this piece, he shares his plans for the future. These are our 7 takeaways from the article. 1 Letter from a…
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[The Alausa Blog] Olamide definitely learnt a few things from partnering with LASG
Last week, the Nigerian Broadcasting Commission placed a futile ban on Olamide's latest video, Wo - which has managed to floor every other "summer song" prediction despite a rather late…
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[The Alausa Blog]: Here’s how the Lagos state government is preparing for the Sallah celebrations
In preparation for the Eid-el-Kabir celebrations coming up at the end of the month, the Lagos state government will begin sales and distribution of its locally produced LAKE Rice. Beginning…
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[The Alausa Blog]: Eko Atlantic is shaping up to be the city of your dreams (PHOTOS)
Eko Atlantic aka Nigeria's answer to Dubai aka Nigeria's International Commerce City aka Governor Ambode's dream Lagos is coming up nicely. See photos: How much longer before completion?
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[The Alausa Blog]: It appears the Lagos state government is actually serious about banning danfo buses
We had every reason to doubt Governor Ambode and his grand plans about phasing out the Lagos signature buses popularly known as 'danfo'. As much as we understand his obsession…
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[The Alausa Blog] Reconstruction of Oshodi-International Airport road to begin September
Lagos State Governor, Akinwunmi Ambode on Wednesday said that work on the proposed expansion and reconstruction of the Oshodi-International Airport Road would commence next month. Speaking at the Third Quarter…
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[The Alausa Blog] Gunmen kidnap Lagos council staff, demand N20m ransom
Unknown gunmen on Wednesday kidnapped a staff of Ikeja Local Government in Lagos, Shamsideen Omotayo on Agbowa-Imota road, near Ikorodu. Omotayo, a clerk in the council, was abducted on his…
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[The Alausa Blog] LASG lights up Lagos with new set of streetlights to boost security situation
The Lagos State Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources has commenced the electrification of dark spots and installation of Street Lights as part of concerted efforts to illuminate the nooks…
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[The Alausa Blog] LASG says it has cleared over 12,600 tonnes of waste from streets, drains in 10 days
The Lagos State Ministry of the Environment, in collaboration with Visionscape, has cleared over 12,600 metric tonnes of waste from over 80 locations across Lagos State within the last 10…
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[The Alausa Blog] Police ask Lagos residents to stop staying in isolated areas
The Lagos State Police Command has warned residents against staying in isolated areas where they can be vulnerable to attacks by hoodlums. The warning comes after the murder of four…
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[The Alausa Blog]: Ambode receives Brenthurst foundation led by Olusegun Obasanjo (Pictures)
Lagos state Governor, Akinwunmi Ambode received the Chairman and Board Of The Brenthurst Foundation which was led by former President Olusegun Obasanjo at the State House.
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[The Alausa Blog]: List of the new LGA & LCDA Chairmen & Vice Chairmen in Lagos State
This is a comprehensive list of the newly elected Local Government and Local Council Development Area Chairmen and Vice Chairmen in Lagos state.
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[The Alausa Blog]: Lagos to remodel statues of Gani Fawehinmi and M.K.O Abiola
The Lagos State Government, through the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, commenced the remodeling of Late Chief Gani Fawehinmi and Late Chief MKO Abiola statues into a new but…
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[The Alausa Blog]: LASG gives owners of illegal structures in Obalende 48 hours to pull them down
The Lagos State Government today served another 48 hours Abatement Notice, from Tuesday, 25th to Thursday to 27th of July 2017 t o all owners of illegal structures and shanties…
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[The Alausa Blog]: Ambode says Lagos plan to generate 3000 Mega Watts of power underway
Lagos State Governor, Akinwunmi Ambode on Monday said his administration has already embarked on reform aimed at generating 3000MW of power within the next few years, adding that the initiative,…
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[The Alausa Blog]: Lagos gives quit notice to owners of properties blocking drainage channels
The Lagos State Government on Sunday has ordered owners of properties erected on drainage channels and impeding the free-flow of water to immediately vacate or risk being removed The Commissioner…
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[The Alausa Blog]: LASG determined to complete all unfinished housing projects
Lagos State Government has demonstrated its determination to complete ongoing housing projects with the mobilization of contractors back to the site in order to reduce the current huge housing deficit…
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[The Alausa Blog]: Ambode says South West holds future of food security in Nigeria
Lagos State Governor, Akinwunmi Ambode on Wednesday described the south west region as the next frontier of food security in Nigeria, revealing that an Agric Master Plan that would facilitate…
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YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy
The September Standard
- T.I Nathan SS25 Lookbook: A Contemporary Ode to Elegance and Edge
- Idia Aisien’s Comeback to Style 101: Will She Revive the Magic?
- RED CARPET! Amstel Malta at 30: A Sleek Celebration of Style and Legacy!
- Ugoccie: Where Afrocentricity Meets Street Style
- The Future Awards Africa 2024: How Tunde Onakoya and Veekee James Served High-Fashion Mastery as Hosts
YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy