Tag: Lagos

‘Lagos Local Govt Election,’ LASIEC Announces Date

Ganiyu Amodu

The Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission, LASIEC, has scheduled the state council election for July 12. Mr. Tope Ojo, LASIEC’s Head of Public Affairs, made this announcement on Friday in Lagos. He revealed that the election for 57 council chairmanship positions and 376 councillorship seats would take place on July 12. If necessary, a re-run will occur on July 19. Lagos State comprises 20 local governments and 37 Local Council Development Areas, LCDAs. The election date was chosen to avoid a leadership vacuum in the state’s councils. LASIEC’s notice confirmed…

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Adebule Donates 2 Mini-Buses, Empowers 250 At Inaugural Lagos-West Women Assembly

Ganiyu Amodu

. What Lagos first lady, Deputy governor’s wife, Tinubu-Ojo, Alile-Idele, Okoya-Thomas, Others said about Adebule and her achievements   In a remarkable show of advocacy for gender empowerment and community development, the Senator representing Lagos-West, Dr. Idiat Oluranti Adebule, has convened the First Lagos-West Women Assembly, where Lagos first Lady, Dr. Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, hailed her leadership describing the initiative as “a testament to her enduring passion for women development and grassroots impact.” Platforms Africa reports that the event brought together a wide spectrum of women across Lagos-West to inspire their…

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Lagos, Kano Lead As 117 Million Nigerians Get NIN

Abibat Babalola

The National Identity Management Commission has recorded a total of 117 million registrations for the National Identity Number as of February 28, 2025. According to the latest enrolment statistics from the NIMC dashboard, 66,281,803 (56.5%) of the registered individuals are male, while 51,079,521 (43.5%) are female. The data also reveals that Lagos State has the highest cumulative enrolment figure with over 12.6 million registrants, while Kano State followed with 10.2 million registrants. “NIMC’s enrollment figures as of February 28, 2025, currently stand at over 117 million unique records. The highest…

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Axxela Reaffirms Commitment to Energy Security, Industrialisation, Sustainability

Ganiyu Amodu

Axxela Limited, a gas and power solutions provider in sub-Saharan Africa, has reiterated its commitment to enhancing energy security, driving industrialisation, and promoting environmental sustainability in Lagos State. Axxela made this pledge during a visit to Lagos State Governor, Babatunde Sanwo-Olu, at the Lagos House, Marina. Through one of its subsidiaries, Gaslink Nigeria Limited, Axxela has pioneered private-sector natural gas distribution, significantly expanding gas infrastructure in Lagos by over 170m spanning key industrial hubs, including Ikeja, Ilupeju, Isolo, Ijora, Apapa, Tin Can, Victoria Island, and Eko Atlantic. With ongoing expansion…

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Lagos Men Spent N661b On ‘Runs Girls’ In 2024 – Report

Ganiyu Amodu

A survey has shown that in 2024, an estimate of N661 billion was spent by men in Lagos State to satisfy their sexual urge with the commercial sex workers, otherwise known as runs girls. According to the survey shared by an X user, Kayode MO (@kayomosebi), of the N661 billion, the sum of N329 billion was paid to hire the girls, while N332 billion was spent on other associated costs. The survey was carried out to establish the economic importance of commerical sex work, the market value and the players.…

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‘Heavy Rains Coming,’ Lagos Raises Flash Flood, Strong Winds Alert

Ganiyu Amodu

An above-normal rainfall pattern is expected in Lagos State in 2025, with an estimated annual precipitation of 1,952mm, according to projections from the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMET). The forecast signals prolonged rainy periods and potential disruptions across multiple sectors, raising concerns over flood management and infrastructure resilience. The Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Mr. Tokunbo Wahab, disclosed this during a media briefing on the 2025 Seasonal Climate Prediction and Socio-Economic Implications for Lagos State, held in Ikeja on Wednesday. Wahab explained that the El Niño Southern Oscillation (ENSO)…

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Former Lagos Guber Candidate Jandor Quits PDP

Ganiyu Amodu

Abdulazeez Adediran, ex-governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Lagos, has resigned his membership of the party. Adediran, popularly known as Jandor, announced his resignation during a press briefing at Liberty Place, Ikeja, on Monday. He cited indiscipline and anti-party activities within the PDP as reasons for his departure. Jandor was PDP’s flagbearer in Lagos during the 2023 general election. He polled third with 62,449 votes behind Babajide Sanwo-Olu of the All Progressives Congress (APC) who got 762,134 votes, and Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour of the Labour Party (LP) who…

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Passenger Arrested For Stealing On Air Peace Flight

Ganiyu Amodu

A passenger caught with stolen items on an Air Peace flight from Lagos to Port Harcourt has been arrested and blacklisted by the airline. In a statement on Thursday, the airline’s Head of Corporate Communications, Ejike Ndiulo, confirmed that the suspect was found in possession of the missing items after a thorough search upon arrival at Port Harcourt International Airport. Ndiulo said the passenger was immediately handed over to airport police for further investigation and necessary action. “We confirm an incident of in-flight theft onboard Flight P47190 on February 19,…

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27 Lagos Lawmakers Allegedly Defect To Labour Party, House Reacts

Ganiyu Amodu

The Lagos State House of Assembly has dismissed reports alleging that 27 members are planning to defect from the ruling All Progressive Congress to the opposition Labour Party (LP). Chairman of the House Committee on Information, Strategy, and Security, Stephen Ogundipe, debunked the publication in a statement. Ogundipe called it “entirely false, misleading, and a deliberate attempt to misinform the public.” The statement read: “We find this report not only offensive but also riddled with inaccuracies and outright falsehoods, serving no purpose other than to sow discord and confusion within…

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Meet Moshood Jimoh, Newly Appointed Lagos State Commissioner Of Police

Ganiyu Amodu

The Police Service Commission has appointed Moshood Jimoh as the new Commissioner of Police for Lagos State Command. Jimoh served as the force spokesman from January 2017 to January 2019. He later held various positions, including Deputy Commissioner of the Airport Police, Deputy Commissioner of Finance and Administration, Deputy Commissioner of General Investigation, and Commissioner of Police for the Ports Authority, Eastern Ports. A statement released on Monday by the PSC’s spokesman, Ikechukwu Ani, stated: “The Police Service Commission, on Monday, February 17, 2025, approved the appointment of Moshood Jimoh…

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