30 h. ago Lawmakers Demand Full Implementation Of Tenancy Law Amid Rising Rent In Lagos

The Lagos State House of Assembly has emphasized the urgent need for the full enforcement of the Tenancy Law of 2015 to address the persistent problem of arbitrary rent hikes across the state. This call follows growing concerns from residents and lawmakers about the rising cost of housing in Lagos, which has been making it […] The post Lawmakers Demand Full Implementation Of Tenancy Law Amid Rising Rent In Lagos appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Society

57 h. ago Minister calls for collective action in empowering Nigerian women

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja In a powerful message at a strategic brunch hosted by Women in Philanthropy and Impact Africa (WIPIA) in Lagos, Minister of Women Affairs, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, emphasised the urgent need for collective action to empower Nigerian women. The event brought together private sector leaders and philanthropists to discuss public-private partnerships and the […] The post Minister calls for collective action in empowering Nigerian women appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Lagos urges crackdown on quacks, illegal fees, arbitrary rents hikes

The Commissioner for Housing in Lagos State, Hon. Moruf Akinderu-Fatai, has encouraged estate agents and similar bodies to come out strongly against quacks who encourage property owners to increase rent arbitrarily and create fees unknown to real estate transaction law of Lagos State. The state government has equally charged professionals and trade groups in the Read More

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5 d. ago Stop giving political meaning to judicial matters, AGF tells Nigerians

The Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, SAN has warned about the danger of giving political interpretations to judicial matters. Fagbemi spoke shortly after the presentation of a book: “Tribulations and Trophies, Bola Ajibola in His Own Words!” in Lagos on Thursday. He also urged stakeholders to do away with emotion Read More

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5 d. ago “Don’t Embarrass Your Parents, Stop Using Your School Fees To Gamble” – Rivers Varsity Warns Students

Rivers State University Nkpolu-Oroworukwo, Port Harcourt has warned its students over what its described as illegal investment, saying using school fees for gambling is not good. The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Isaac Zeb-Obipi, led this out during a pre-first semester examination roadshow around the main campus in Port Harcourt on Thursday. Mr. Zeb-Obipi, also urged students to […] The post “Don’t Embarrass Your Parents, Stop Using Your School Fees To Gamble” – Rivers Varsity Warns Students appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Events

6 d. ago Court asked to vacate $9.5M Mareva injunction over FX deal dispute

By Lukman Olabiyi Kam Industries Nigeria Limited, indigenous metal and steel production company, has urged the Federal High Court in Lagos to vacate an ex parte Mareva injunction granted against it in connection with an alleged $9.5 million credit transaction with Ecobank Plc. Justice Daniel Osiagor,had on October 7, 2024, granted Ecobank’s application for a […] The post Court asked to vacate $9.5M Mareva injunction over FX deal dispute appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

7 d. ago Lagos warns estate agents against illegal fees, reaffirms one

The Lagos State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to implementing monthly, quarterly, and yearly rent payments, limited to a maximum of one year. The Commissioner for Housing, Moruf Akinderu-Fatai, revealed this in a statement he jointly signed with Mr Barakat Odunuga-Bakare, Special Adviser to the Governor on Housing, on Wednesday. Akinderu-Fatai spoke during a recent Read More

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9 d. ago Lagos Protesters Reject Police’s Call To Halt Protest, Demand Urgent Reform

Protesters in Lagos defied the Inspector General of Police’s order on Monday, taking to the streets to voice opposition to the Cybercrime Act and the potential imposition of emergency rule in Rivers State. Organized by the Take It Back Movement (TIBM), the demonstration began at the iconic Ikeja Under-Bridge, where participants rallied before marching toward […] The post Lagos Protesters Reject Police’s Call To Halt Protest, Demand Urgent Reform appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Politics

1 week ago Umahi orders closure of Eko Bridge waterway over safety concerns

The Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, has called for immediate closure of the waterway between Eko Bridge and Carter Bridge due to damage on Eko Bridge by dredging activities. Umahi made the call during an inspection tour of some bridges in Lagos State. He urged Lagos State Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu to enforce the closure to Read More

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1 week ago Umahi urges immediate waterway closure due to Eko Bridge damage

The Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, has called for immediate closure of the waterway between Eko Bridge and Carter Bridge due to damage on Eko Bridge by dredging activities. Umahi made the call during an inspection tour of some bridges in Lagos State. He urged Lagos State Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu to enforce the closure to Read More

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1 week ago Doctor Asks Court To Bar AG’s Firm From Representing Company In Land Dispute

A medical doctor, Ojo Ademola, has urged a Lagos State High Court in Ikeja to stop the law firm of the state’s Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Lawal Pedro (SAN), from representing Starmark Finance Company Limited in a land ownership dispute. Dr Ademola is seeking a court order to compel the law firm to […]

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2 w. ago Speed limits legal, must be complied with – Lagos govt tells motorists

By John Ogunsemore Amid public concerns over enforcement of speed limits on selected roads, the Lagos State Government has reaffirmed the legality of these regulations and urged motorists to comply with them for the safety of all road users. The Commissioner for Transportation, Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi cited Section 28(2)(a) of the Lagos State Transport Sector […] The post Speed limits legal, must be complied with – Lagos govt tells motorists appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Lagos communities decry water scarcity, demand govt intervention

Some Lagos residents have called on the state government to make potable water accessible to reduce the huge amount of money spent on buying water. They disclosed this in separate interviews with the News Agency of Nigeria on Monday in Lagos, against the World Water Day celebrated annually in March. They urged the state government Read More

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2 w. ago Residents decry water scarcity in parts of Lagos, demand govt action

Some Lagos residents have called on the state government to make potable water accessible to reduce the huge amount of money spent on buying water. They disclosed this in separate interviews with the News Agency of Nigeria on Monday in Lagos, against the World Water Day celebrated annually in March. They urged the state government Read More

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2 w. ago Ramadan: Seyi Tinubu urges youth empowerment, national unity in Lagos

Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Tinubu, hosted Lagos youths and key stakeholders at an Iftar dinner, fostering dialogue and community engagement during the holy month of Ramadan. Iftar, the evening meal that marks the end of daily fasting during Ramadan, served as an avenue for Tinubu to engage with young people and political leaders, Read More

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3 w. ago Lagos, UK sign MoU to establish international financial centre

Tribune Online Lagos, UK sign MoU to establish international financial centre Governor Sanwo-Olu, in his remarks at the event, pledged his administration’s commitment to achieving the Lagos International Financial Centre, urging everyone’s support to make the vision a reality. Lagos, UK sign MoU to establish international financial centre Tribune Online

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3 w. ago APPSN moves against quackery in surveying practice, warns public

By Lukman Olabiyi   The Association of Private Practising Surveyors of Nigeria (APPSN), Lagos Chapter, has urged its members to enhance their knowledge of surveying practices while committing to strengthen advocacy efforts aimed at educating the public on the importance of hiring registered surveyors.   This call was made during the swearing-in of the new […] The post APPSN moves against quackery in surveying practice, warns public appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Events

3 w. ago Mining marshals arrest 327 illegal miners, recover 98 sites in one year — Alake

Tribune Online Mining marshals arrest 327 illegal miners, recover 98 sites in one year — Alake He added that in many cases, these illegal miners had occupied licensed areas for over a decade, displacing the actual owners and forcing them to pay annual service fees for inaccessible sites. Mining marshals arrest 327 illegal miners, recover 98 sites in one year — Alake Tribune Online

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3 w. ago PSN Lagos calls for reforms in drug distribution, healthcare workforce welfare

By Doris Obinna The Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria (PSN), Lagos Chapter, at its Annual General Meeting (AGM) focused on improving drug distribution enforcement and addressing the welfare of non-physician health workers in the state. Chairman, PSN Lagos, Babayemi Oyekunle, emphasised the need for urgent regulatory reforms, particularly in Open Drug Markets (ODMs), to combat the […] The post PSN Lagos calls for reforms in drug distribution, healthcare workforce welfare appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Cappa commends Lagos on Adiyan II, urges increased funding of public water

Tribune Online Cappa commends Lagos on Adiyan II, urges increased funding of public water   Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has commended the Lagos State Government for making significant strides towards funding critical water infrastructure across the state, particularly the Adiyan II Water Treatment Plant.  In a statement made available to Nigerian Tribune, it said the steady progress on the project—12 years in the making—demonstrates that state-led and […] Cappa commends Lagos on Adiyan II, urges increased funding of public water Tribune Online

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