This was one activity-filled week for the Lagos state governor, Akinwunmi Ambode signalling a progressive, proactive government. Last Saturday, Governor Ambode paid a condolence visit to the family of late industrialist, former minister, writer and foremost Lagosian, Rasheed Gbadamosi who passed on at the age of 72. The governor was effusive in his praise of... Read More

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November 19, 2016

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Eye on Ambode: Nigeria’s first DNA forensic centre set to open in Lagos and more

As we keep our watchful eyes on Governor Akinwunmi Ambode this week, we find that the first DNA forensic centre in Nigeria is set to be opened for operations in Lagos in early 2017. This was made known by the state’s Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Mr Adeniji Kazeem at the maiden edition of... Read More

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November 18, 2016

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Ezinne Ajoku: Dear Governor Ambode, a little clarification please [NEW VOICES]

As we make a mad dash towards the end of the year, I’ve pondered how far along we’ve come on certain matters as a nation and a community, and I’ve come to the realisation that we’ve yet a ways to go. If I may raise a few concerns, then. Bus stops: Dear Governor Ambode, can... Read More

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November 12, 2016

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Eye on Ambode: Governor unveils Black Pearl Towers, Lagos invites investors to its agricultural sector

This week on Eye on Ambode, as al we bring you a recap of some of the activities of the Lagos state governor in the past week. Governor Akinwunmi Ambode was in Edo state on Tuesday and participated in the commissioning of major infrastructural projects recently completed by Governor Adams Oshiomole including the new Edo University... Read More

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November 5, 2016

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Eye on Ambode: Governor inspects project sites, Senate Committee on Marine Transport visit Lagos

As we keep our watchful eye on Governor Akinwunmi Ambode, this weekend again, we bring you a recap of some of his activities during the week and it appears the governor gave a lot of time to supervising infrastructural projects. On Thursday, Governor Ambode paid an inspection visit to the ongoing Lagos-Badagry expressway expansion project.... Read More

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October 29, 2016

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Eye on Ambode: Lagos is Africa’s fifth largest economy, Deep seaport project underway in Badagry and more

It’s another edition of Eye on Ambode. Here, we bring to you a recap of some of the week’s activities of Lagos state governor, Akinwunmi Ambode. So here are some of the things you should know from this past week: Governor Ambode received a delegation from the Nigerian-British Chamber of Commerce (NBCC) this week. The... Read More

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October 22, 2016

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Eye on Ambode: Woman gets instant employment, Lagos students get bursary award and more

We’re back with the Eye on Ambode series and as usual, we will be taking you through some of the activities of Lagos state Governor Akinwunmi Ambode in the past week. On Wednesday, Governor Ambode was at a town hall meeting where he granted a woman, Mrs Olubunmi Alabi her request for employment in the... Read More

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October 22, 2016

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$550 million, N2.23 billion… | 5 numbers that mattered this week

$550 million – What former billionaire and entrepreneur, Femi Otedola is now worth after his company, Forte Oil’s share prices dropped to a one-year low of N142, according to Forbes. N2.55 billion – The amount of money the Kaduna state government is spending on drones and CCTV in improving security services across the state. N2.23... Read More

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October 9, 2016

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Let’s talk about the demolition exercise that affected many in Abule Egba

Are we all going to go about our day and pretend like we are not aware of the thousands of Lagosians that have been rendered homeless and helpless by the demolition exercise in Abule Egba area of Lagos? On Wednesday and Thursday, residents of Abule Egba watched as their homes, shops, banks, religious centres and... Read More

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September 9, 2016

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How policemen kidnap, sexually assault innocent young women (PART II)

In recent days, the police force has proven that it is a menace to the society. Apparently, these lot that are supposed to protect its citizens, chose instead to turn them into their victims of abduction, sexual abuse and financial extortion. Stephanie Omale was one of such victims recently. The young woman shared her unfortunate ordeal... Read More

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September 9, 2016

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Thread: Governor Ambode is leading the #WarAgainstRape

On Thursday, a lady shared her heartwrenching story of her ordeal in the hands of police officers. In the light of that, the Governor of Lagos State, His Excellency Akinwunmi Ambode, is determined to toss rapists, paedophiles, husband/wife batterers and every type of sex offender in Lagos state into the deep dark end of the ocean, and if that... Read More

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July 26, 2016

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Lagos set to disburse N6bn loan to unemployed youths

The Lagos State Government has said unemployed youths in the state who are interested will start receiving N6.25bn as loan for small-scale businesses by September. The Lagos State Commissioner for Wealth Creation, Babatunde Durosinmi-Etti, said this during the awareness programme on the Lagos State Employment Trust Fund, organised by the Office of Civic Engagement. The... Read More

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July 12, 2016

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Ambode’s account director, son abducted by gunmen

Some gunmen have abducted a director of account Thomas Otuyemi, in the office of the Lagos State Governor, Epe. Otuyemi, 60, was abducted by the gunmen alongside his son, on Saturday. According to reports, the gunmen, who came from the creeks in the Epe area, took both of them away to an unknown location. A... Read More

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Governor Ambode with Wole Soyinka and planners of Lagos at 50

May 28, 2016

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Keeping an eye on Governor Ambode (PHOTOS)

Governor Akinwunmi Ambode of Lagos state has in recent times become more busy owing to the magnitude of work and development constantly going on in the state. On Monday, he received the Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo in place of President Muhammadu Buhari, who commissioned some newly constructed roads and other projects that hallmark the development... Read More

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September 27, 2015

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Kcee boogies down with Gov. Ambode’s wife at Lagos event

The Lagos state First lady, Mrs. Bolanle Patience Ambode hosted an event for her fellow Housewives of Lagos State officials recently and Kcee was the guest performer. The event tagged the Committee of wives of Lagos State officials, COWLSO, was held in Lagos at the Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island. The women, all wives... Read More

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Eye on Ambode: Lagos state wins Security Watch Africa award and more

Eye on Ambode: Nigeria’s first DNA forensic centre set to open in Lagos and more

Ezinne Ajoku: Dear Governor Ambode, a little clarification please [NEW VOICES]

Eye on Ambode: Governor unveils Black Pearl Towers, Lagos invites investors to its agricultural sector

Eye on Ambode: Governor inspects project sites, Senate Committee on Marine Transport visit Lagos

Eye on Ambode: Lagos is Africa’s fifth largest economy, Deep seaport project underway in Badagry and more

Eye on Ambode: Woman gets instant employment, Lagos students get bursary award and more

$550 million, N2.23 billion… | 5 numbers that mattered this week

Let’s talk about the demolition exercise that affected many in Abule Egba

How policemen kidnap, sexually assault innocent young women (PART II)

Thread: Governor Ambode is leading the #WarAgainstRape

Lagos set to disburse N6bn loan to unemployed youths

Ambode’s account director, son abducted by gunmen

Keeping an eye on Governor Ambode (PHOTOS)

Kcee boogies down with Gov. Ambode’s wife at Lagos event

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