Lagos halts unauthorised wetland reclamation over flood risks
By Olasunkanmi Akoni LAGOS — Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has warned residents and property developers against building on wetlands and drainage channels, saying their destruction is worsening flooding and coastal erosion in the state. The governor also said the state government had suspended reclamation activities affecting wetlands, floodplains and lagoon fronts where the […]
Why I’m Supporting Olajengbesi’s Rep Bid – Vice Chair, Osun Monarchs Council
The vice chairman of the Osun State Council of Traditional Rulers, Oba Olufemi Agunsoye, says he is supporting the 2027 House of Representatives’ bid of human rights lawyer, Pelumi Olajengbesi, because the Accord Party candidate has demonstrated capacity for adequate representation of the people of Oriade-Obokun Federal Constituency in the green chamber. The traditional ruler, […]
Ogun APC Primary Crisis: Hunye’s camp digs in as court battle against Yayi deepens
ABEOKUTA — The fierce battle for the governorship ticket of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ogun State has taken a dramatic turn, as the camp of frontline aspirant Hon. Abayomi Hunye vows to pursue the legal challenge against Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, popularly known as Yayi, to a logical conclusion. Hunye, who is challenging […]
HDAN hails FHFL over housing support initiative for widows, police personnel
By Kingsley Adegboye The Housing Development Advocacy Network (HDAN), has commended Family Homes Funds Limited (FHFL) for its housing support initiatives targeting widows and personnel of the Nigeria Police Force, describing such interventions as important steps towards improving housing accessibility and promoting social inclusion, just as it calls for nationwide rent-to-own scheme. HDAN noted that […]
Zubby Michael expands business portfolio with Ayirah Gold
By Esther Onyegbula Nollywood actor and film producer, Azubuike Michael Egwu, popularly known as Zubby Michael, has unveiled his body spray brand, Ayirah Gold, announcing that its first consignment sold out within four days of its introduction. Speaking at a media briefing in Lagos on Monday, Zubby attributed the reported sales to the product’s acceptance, […]
2027: Strengthen accessibility of polling units for disables, JONAPWD charges INEC
By Olayinka Ajayi The Joint National Association of Persons with Disabilities (JONAPWD), Lagos State, has urged the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, to ensure every vote counts, including PWDs, at the 2027 general election. Speaking on Monday during sensitisation interventions on People With Disabilities, PWDs, organised by INEC, Chairman of JONAPWD Lagos chapter, Mr Bolarinwa […]
