The Lagos State Government launched on Saturday the Lagos Medipark project, a healthcare initiative set to redefine medical services in the state. The project is a public-private partnership between the Lagos State Government and IASO Medipark Limited. The Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, presided over the groundbreaking ceremony of the project which is located … Read more
The House of Representatives has resolved to investigate the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) over the alleged involvement of its officers in smuggling. The House directed its Committees on Defence and Customs to conduct the probe into the allegations against NCS officers. This resolution followed a motion of urgent public importance moved by Sesi Whingan (APC, … Read more
Lagos State is hosting the 10th African Conference on One Health and Biosecurity, bringing together global experts, policymakers, and stakeholders to address Africa’s preparedness against global health threats. The two-day conference is organised by the Global Emerging Pathogens Treatment Consortium (GET) in collaboration with the Lagos State Ministry of Health. According to a statement signed … Read more
Senator Oluremi Tinubu has said her husband, President Bola Tinubu, should not be blamed for the current economic hardship in Nigeria. Nigerians have been groaning under economic hardship since the removal of fuel subsidy which pushed the pump price of petrol from N198 to N1,030. Tinubu announced an end to subsidy during his inaugural address … Read more
The House of Representatives, on Friday, summoned EFCC’s Chairperson Ola Olukoyede, social media influencer VDM (born Martins Otse) and Bobrisky over the allegations of bribery involving the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission and Nigeria Correctional Service. According to Channels TV, this was contained in a letter written by the Lead Chairperson of the joint committee, … Read more
The Lagos State branch of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has urged Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu to intervene in the ongoing crisis between the management of the Lagos State University (LASU), Ojo, and that of the Lagos State University College of Medicine (LASUCOM), Ikeja. The development led to the recent announcement of the interdiction of the … Read more
The National Judicial Council (NJC) has tipped Kudirat Kekere-Ekun to take over as the next Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) when Olukayode Ariwoola retires from the office in a week. Mr Ariwoola, who took office as the CJN two years ago, will retire on clocking the retirement age of 70 on 22 August. To avoid … Read more
Mobad’s Father, Joseph Aloba, in a media appearance on Berekete Family (a reality radio and television programme focused on human rights) Wednesday, alleged that the late singer doubted Liam’s paternity during his lifetime. Liam is Mohbad’s only child. Over the past nine months, Mr Oloba, a singer, has advocated for justice for his late son. … Read more
The wife of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State, Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, has reiterated the need to adopt alternative communication methods that suit the needs of different children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Mrs Sanwo-Olu, a medical practitioner, suggested adding local content, including visuals and sounds as part of communication strategies based on the unique strengths … Read more
On Friday, Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu caused buzz on social media with his ‘golden nuggets’ for managing retirement funds. Mr Sanwo-Olu’s viral footage, in which he offered advice to pensioners while donning an Agbada and a traditional cap, ignited social media conversations. The video was captured at the 105 Batch retirement bond certificate presentation … Read more
