5 h. ago Lagos urged to relocate dumpsites from residential areas over disasters

From Laide Raheem, Abeokuta  The Society of Testing Laboratory Analysts of Nigeria (SoLTAN) has called on the Lagos State Government to relocate dumpsites located within residential areas to prevent spread of diseases and protect public health. The group made this call in a communiqué issued at the end of its seventh Conference of Public Analysts […] The post Lagos urged to relocate dumpsites from residential areas over disasters appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago LGA elections: Lagos monarch calls for peaceful polls, dismisses attack rumours 

By Emma Njoku The Oniba of Iba Kingdom in Lagos State, Oba Sulaimon Raji (Jafo), has urged political actors in the state, especially in the Iba Kingdom, to engage responsibly, follow due process, and shun violence or provocation in tomorrow’s local government elections. The monarch added that only an atmosphere of peace and cooperation can […] The post LGA elections: Lagos monarch calls for peaceful polls, dismisses attack rumours  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Come out en masse to participate in Saturday’s LG poll, Sanwo

Tribune Online Come out en masse to participate in Saturday’s LG poll, Sanwo-Olu urges Lagosians Sanwo-Olu posited that this election is not just a constitutional process, but a powerful expression of their voice and civic responsibility, Come out en masse to participate in Saturday’s LG poll, Sanwo-Olu urges Lagosians Tribune Online

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23 h. ago Relocate dumpsites from residential areas or risk gross environmental disasters, SoLTAN warns Lagos govt

…says Kosofe LG’s underground water loaded with dangerous pathogens  Laide Raheem, Abeokuta The Society of Testing Laboratory Analysts of Nigeria (SoLTAN) has called on the Lagos State Government to relocate dumpsites  located within the residential areas to prevent spread of diseases and protect public health. SoLTAN made this call in a communique issued on Thursday […] The post Relocate dumpsites from residential areas or risk gross environmental disasters, SoLTAN warns Lagos govt appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Events

7 d. ago Federal Gov’t Begins Structural Intervention On Carter Bridge

The Federal Ministry of Works has commenced urgent structural interventions on the Carter Bridge in Lagos following alarming signs of deterioration. Julius Berger, contracted in 2024, is currently working on repairing the substructure above the water, including pile caps and handrails. Underwater inspections had revealed severe damage beneath the bridge, suggesting that it has reached […]

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2 w. ago Lagos boosts public housing maintenance through resident partnership

By Maduka Nweke   Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Ministry of Housing, Mr. Abdulhafis Toriola, has urged residents of the state-owned housing estates in the Ikorodu axis to participate and collaborate with the Ministry to create a more sustainable and livable environment for all. At a recent forum organised for residents of the state-owned housing estates […] The post Lagos boosts public housing maintenance through resident partnership appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Gbajabiamila celebrates 63rd birthday with patients, settles N50m medical bills in Lagos

Tribune Online Gbajabiamila celebrates 63rd birthday with patients, settles N50m medical bills in Lagos Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, Chief of Staff (COS) to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has paid the medical bills of 40 selected patients across several hospitals in Lagos in celebration of his 63rd birthday. He also urged political leaders and well-meaning individuals to consistently support those in need within their communities. Gbajabiamila, the immediate past Speaker […] Gbajabiamila celebrates 63rd birthday with patients, settles N50m medical bills in Lagos Tribune Online

Science

2 w. ago LP Reps Caucus Flays Demolition Of Obi Family Property In Lagos

The Labour Party (LP) Caucus in the House of Representatives has condemned the controversial demolition of a property belonging to the family of the party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, by suspected agents of the Lagos State government, describing the development as deeply disturbing. The caucus urged the Lagos State Government, and the ruling […]

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2 w. ago $4.5bn Fraud: Emefiele Requests Forensic Review Of WhatsApp Chats

A former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Godwin Emefiele, had urged a Lagos State Special Offences Court in Ikeja to order a forensic examination of WhatsApp conversations between himself and some witnesses in his ongoing trial over allegations of $4.5 billion fraud. Emefiele argued that the inquiry would clarify the allegations against him […]

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2 w. ago Lagos Government urges parents to support children’s financial education as Zedcrest launches books

The Lagos State Government has called on parents to work more closely with teachers and other stakeholders to improve children’s read more Lagos Government urges parents to support children’s financial education as Zedcrest launches books

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3 w. ago Support indigenous businesses — Peter Obi urges Nigerian elites, political leaders

Tribune Online Support indigenous businesses — Peter Obi urges Nigerian elites, political leaders Obi made the appeal on Saturday shortly after arriving in the United Kingdom aboard Air Peace’s Lagos-London flight. Support indigenous businesses — Peter Obi urges Nigerian elites, political leaders Tribune Online

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4 w. ago Be committed to proposed programmes, ongoing reforms, LCCI urges FG

Tribune Online Be committed to proposed programmes, ongoing reforms, LCCI urges FG The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has urged the federal government to remain committed to its proposed programmes and ongoing economic reforms to enable Nigerians to reap the benefits of democracy without further delay. The Chamber made the plea on Thursday while reacting to President Bola Tinubu’s Democracy Day Speech. The group, in […] Be committed to proposed programmes, ongoing reforms, LCCI urges FG Tribune Online

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