Tag: Babajide Sanwo-Olu

If Peter Obi Was Better, Nigerians Would Have Voted Him – Wike; Lagos Blue Rail Line Set to Commence Operations September 4 | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

If Peter Obi Was Better, Nigerians Would Have Voted Him - Wike Lagos Blue Rail Line Set to Commence Operations September 4 Gabon President Appeals For Global Support Amidst Military…

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Eko Rice Launches in Lagos – Here’s Everything You Need to Know

The launch of Eko Rice, produced by the Lagos State-owned Imota Rice Mill, marks a significant milestone in the State Government's commitment to promote agriculture and enhance food security. With…

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My family conspired against me to vote for Peter Obi – Gov Umahi; APC’s Binani requests judicial review on Adamawa Guber win | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

My family conspired against me to vote for Peter Obi – Gov Umahi APC's Binani requests judicial review on Adamawa Guber win Osinbajo believes Nigeria can overcome ethnic, religious bias…

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Lagos Tribunal commences hearing of applications from election petitioners

The Lagos State National and State Houses of Assembly Election Petition Tribunal commenced its hearing today, addressing eight applications brought forward by petitioners with regards to the 2023 elections held…

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WAEC scratch card confirms Sanwo-Olu submitted fake GCE result to INEC – PDP, Jandor

The Lagos governorship election petitions tribunal has received a petition from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its candidate, Abdul-Azeez Adediran (Jandor), seeking to disqualify Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and nullify…

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I don’t regret taking the huge step of running for office – Funke Akindele

Funke Akindele, the Peoples Democratic Party's Deputy Governorship Candidate in Lagos State, has said that she has no regrets about running for office in the recently concluded elections. On March…

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PDP takes Zamfara as Dauda Lawal unseats Matawalle; Sanwo-Olu approves 20% salary increase for Lagos civil servants | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

PDP takes Zamfara as Dauda Lawal unseats Matawalle Sanwo-Olu approves 20% salary increase for Lagos civil servants Siminialayi Fubara declared Rivers Governor-Elect INEC declares APC’s Uba Sani winner Of Kaduna…

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Lagos State’s Economy needs an Experienced Leader – Sanwo-Olu

The governor of Lagos, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has stated that the state's economy cannot be handled by someone without the necessary experience in governance and leadership. At the March 18 gubernatorial…

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Jagaban is coming – Toyin Abraham overjoyed as she meets Tinubu for the first time

Toyin Abraham-Ajewole, a popular Nollywood actress, recently expressed her happiness after finally meeting with the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential candidate, Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Despite facing public criticism for endorsing…

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Reject Old Naira and Face Prosecution – Sanwo-Olu Warns

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has issued a warning to people who continue to refuse old naira notes, saying they will be prosecuted if they do not stop. It…

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APC denies attempt to move polls, says Tinubu will win; Keep using old notes, Tinubu will change policy if elected – El-Rufai | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

APC denies attempt to move polls, says Tinubu will win Sanwo-Olu announces 50% fare cut on all state-owned transport services We don't want your stadium, you're unstable - Atiku campaign…

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Atiku did not ask me to campaign for him – Wike; Peter Obi attacked after rally in Katsina | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Atiku did not ask me to campaign for him - Wike Thugs attack PDP's Jandor and Funke Akindele again Buhari inaugurates first phase of Lagos blue line rail project Peter…

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Lagos announces work-free days for PVC collection

The Lagos State Government has declared a four-day work-free day for public servants to enable them to collect their Permanent Voter Cards at their respective local government/local council development areas…

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Tinubu should be praised for Lagos transformation – Sanwo-Olu

To paraphrase Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the development master plan being followed by successive administrations in Lagos State was conceived by All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential candidate Asiwaju Bola Tinubu. For…

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Buhari sacks NDDC administrator; We’ll continue to demand state police – Sanwo-Olu | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Buhari sacks NDDC administratorWe’ll continue to demand state police – Sanwo-OluUS pledges $1 million support for flood victims in NigeriaNigeria to launch Africa’s first payment card JanuaryFG says no decision…

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Wike donates N300 million to the wives of Lagos State officials amid disastrous flood in Rivers

Nyesom Wike, governor of Rivers State, has donated N300 million to COWLSO, the Committee of Wives of Lagos State Officials. The donation was revealed by Governor Wike during the ongoing…

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2023 Elections: Re-elect us so we can continue the great work we’re doing – Sanwo-Olu; I want world’s best athlete award – Tobi Amusan | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

2023 Elections: Re-elect us so we can continue the great work we’re doing - Sanwo-OluGov. Wike sets up flood taskforce, approves N1bn for relief materialsI want world’s best athlete award…

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Lagos receives green light from FG for Lekki-Epe Airport

The Lagos State government gained official authorisation from the Federal Government on Tuesday to develop the Lekki International Airport along the Lekki-Epe axis of the state. The Lagos State Government had…

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2023 elections: Hoodlums attack APC members in Oyo during solidarity walk for Tinubu; Give us power to stop nudity in Big Brother – Segun Runsewe | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

2023 elections: Hoodlums attack APC members in Oyo during solidarity walk for TinubuOgun Governor, Abiodun rewards Amusan with N5m, houseSanwo-Olu approves pay rise for Lagos workersGive us power to stop…

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Lekki-Ikoyi tollgate concessions + other headlines

Lekki-Ikoyi tollgate: Sanwo-Olu agrees on tolling concessions; NASS approves ₦4trn for subsidy | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

NASS approves ₦4trn for subsidy up from ₦442.72 billionThe Real Housewives Of Lagos stars break record after first episode‘8 years after Chibok, 11,536 schools closed, over 1,500 pupils abducted’Lekki-Ikoyi tollgate:…

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Are we really going to miss Sanwo-Olu?

The current governor of Lagos, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, seems to be more vested in the presidential ambition of former governor, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, as he drums support for him. At the…

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Profile of Hon. Justice Doris Okuwobi | YNaija Person of the Year 2021 Nominee

Honorable Justice Doris Okuwobi (Rtd.) is a highly accomplished legal practitioner, who since the start of her career has made major strides within the Nigerian legal system. Lately, her name…

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#YNaija2021Review: Lekki Massacre, Trouble in the NDDC…The Wildest Scandals of the Year

Even we cannot believe all of this mess. 10. Governor’s aide caught doing fraud Abidemi Rufai, erstwhile aide to governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun state was arrested in New York while…

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#YNaija2021Review: FGN vs Twitter, Adichie vs Akwaeke, Teni vs Shizzi…The Top 10 Beefs of the Year

Let there be carnage! 10. Tonto Dikeh vs Bobrisky Sometime actor, Tonto Dikeh and let’s face it, sometime actor too Bobrisky used to be thick as thieves claiming only death…

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“I’ve never shed a tear over any election” – Jimi Agbaje speaks on politics, controversy and more #WithChude

This week's episode of #WithChude featured Nigerian pharmacist and two-time Lagos State gubernatorial candidate, Jimi Agbaje. In this episode, he disclosed the details of some of the popular controversies he's…

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Global Citizen, in partnership with the Lagos Govt, Access Bank, set to host live event amidst campaign to fight poverty

The international advocacy organisation, Global Citizen, supported by the Lagos State government and Africa’s leading retail bank, Access Bank, is set to hold a 24-hour live broadcast on the 25th…

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EKO Youth Hackathon Challenge

In a bid towards enhancing an enabling environment for Nigerians leveraging technology, winners have emerged from the Lagos State Government EKO Youth Hackathon Challenge. The grand finale, which held on…

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COVID-19: Sanwo-Olu warns of third wave, Foreign investment in Nigeria drops by 27.5% | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top news stories you shouldn’t miss. COVID-19: Sanwo-Olu warns of third wave Lagos governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has…

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Pandemonium over enforcement of Okada ban in Lagos | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across the 36 States in Nigeria and the FCT, these are the 5 top stories you should not miss out on: UNILORIN student allegedly raped, found dead in room A…

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Police: Baba Ijesha will remain remanded until JUSUN resumes, Lagos places 14 countries on COVID watchlist | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across the thirty-six states of Nigeria, these are the five biggest stories you shouldn’t miss out on: Police: Baba Ijesha remanded until JUSUN resumes Hakeem Odumosu, The Lagos State Commissioner…

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