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  1. Lagos Governor Suspends Aide After Controversial 'Hunted and Executed' Tweet

    Nigeria Lagos Governor Suspends Aide After Controversial 'Hunted and Executed' Tweet

    Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu suspends his aide Wale Ajetunmobi for making controversial statements about extrajudicial killings of arsonists linked to the 2020 TVC attack. The suspension follows Ajetunmobi's misrepresentation of facts on social media, sparking backlash over human rights...
  2. Skitmaker Mr. Macaroni Criticizes Lagos Governor Over Unsafe Roads

    Nigeria Skitmaker Mr. Macaroni Criticizes Lagos Governor Over Unsafe Roads

    Skitmaker Mr. Macaroni calls on Lagos Governor Sanwo-Olu to address dangerous potholes on city roads, stressing the urgent need for infrastructure improvements. His viral tweet criticizes the government’s focus on ceremonial duties, sparking public outcry over road safety and government...
  3. Sanwo-Olu Takes Legal Action Against EFCC Over Possible Arrest After Tenure

    Nigeria Sanwo-Olu Takes Legal Action Against EFCC Over Possible Arrest After Tenure

    Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has filed a legal suit against the EFCC, seeking to prevent potential arrest and prosecution after his tenure ends in May 2027. He claims this action violates his constitutional rights and alleges political motivations behind the EFCC’s scrutiny of his...
  4. Ambode Pays Courtesy Visit to Sanwo-Olu, Discusses Lagos’ Future

    Nigeria Ambode Pays Courtesy Visit to Sanwo-Olu, Discusses Lagos’ Future

    Former Lagos State Governor Akinwunmi Ambode visited his successor, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, at Lagos House, Ikeja. Their discussion focused on Lagos' future development, emphasizing unity and collaboration. Former Lagos State Governor Akinwunmi Ambode made a courtesy visit to his...
  5. Lagos Governor Sanwo-Olu Warns Against New Protest, Citing EndSARS Aftermath

    Nigeria Lagos Governor Sanwo-Olu Warns Against New Protest, Citing EndSARS Aftermath

    Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu urges residents to avoid participating in the #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria protest, reflecting on the damages from the 2020 EndSARS protests. He argues that patience and support for President Tinubu's economic policies are needed for progress, not demonstrations...
  6. Nigerians Question Governor Sanwo-Olu's Choice of KWAM1's Daughter for Tourism Role

    Nigeria Nigerians Question Governor Sanwo-Olu's Choice of KWAM1's Daughter for Tourism Role

    Nigerians React to Sanwo-Olu's Choice: KWAM1's Daughter, Damilola Marshall, Appointed as SSA on Tourism. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu's decision sparks debate as citizens express diverse opinions on the appointment, questioning political nepotism and applauding recognition of hard work. Basirat...
  7. Lagos Celebrates as President Tinubu Inaugurates First Phase of Red Line Rail Project

    Nigeria Lagos Celebrates as President Tinubu Inaugurates First Phase of Red Line Rail Project

    President Bola Tinubu officially kickstarted the Lagos Rail Mass Transit (LRMT) Red Line project's first phase at the Ikeja Train Station on Thursday. The ceremony saw the attendance of prominent figures, including Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Minister of Transportation Saidu Alkali, state...
  8. Lagos Residents Express Frustration Over Third Mainland Bridge Closure Announcement

    Nigeria Lagos Residents Express Frustration Over Third Mainland Bridge Closure Announcement

    The Federal Ministry of Works has announced a 24-hour total closure of both bounds of the Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos, starting from noon on Wednesday to noon on Thursday. The closure is part of the ongoing rehabilitation works on the bridge and aims to facilitate a crucial phase of repair...
  9. Lagosians Voice Concerns Over Government's Mama Put Initiative to Feed 1,500 Daily in Each LGA

    Nigeria Lagosians Voice Concerns Over Government's Mama Put Initiative to Feed 1,500 Daily in Each LGA

    In a bid to tackle the challenges posed by the increasing cost of living and recent protests, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has unveiled a groundbreaking initiative. The state government plans to engage local food vendors, colloquially known as 'Mama Put,' to feed between 1,000 to...
  10. Fast Food Farce: Lagos Plastic Ban Forces 'Bring a Plate' Response By Restaurants

    Nigeria Fast Food Farce: Lagos Plastic Ban Forces 'Bring a Plate' Response By Restaurants

    In a proactive response to the Lagos government's ban on single-use plastics and Styrofoam, Chicken Republic, a popular Nigerian fast-food chain, is encouraging its patrons to bring their plates. The company, under its parent entity Food Concepts PLC, shared a press statement on Instagram...
  11. [VIDEO]Governor Sanwo-Olu Applauded For Shaming and Arresting Soldiers For Traffic Violation

    Nigeria [VIDEO]Governor Sanwo-Olu Applauded For Shaming and Arresting Soldiers For Traffic Violation

    Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu personally intervened in a case of traffic violation, arresting a soldier and several commercial motorcyclists, commonly known as Okada riders, for driving against traffic along the busy Lagos-Badagry expressway. Senior Special Assistant on Media to the...
  12. [Video] Mr Macroni Sends Subtle but Firm Message to Governor Sanwo- Olu at Elumelu's White Party

    Nigeria [Video] Mr Macroni Sends Subtle but Firm Message to Governor Sanwo- Olu at Elumelu's White Party

    The viral video of Mr Macaroni greeting Tony Elumelu but seemingly ignoring Lagos State Governor Sanwoolu has sparked mixed reactions among Nigerians. In the video, Sanwo- Olu is seen asking Mr Macaroni why he won't greet him. It's noteworthy that Mr Macaroni was previously arrested during the...
  13. Sanwo-Olu Faces Backlash Over N73.1 Million Allocation for Tinubu's Portraits Amid Economic Strain

    Nigeria Sanwo-Olu Faces Backlash Over N73.1 Million Allocation for Tinubu's Portraits Amid Economic Strain

    In a revelation that has sparked public outcry, records from Lagos State's Public Procurement Agency unveil questionable spending decisions by Governor Sanwo-Olu's administration. The approval of N73.1 million for the official portraits of President Bola Tinubu and Governor Sanwo-Olu, executed...
  14. FHA Targets 677 Houses in Lagos to Eradicate Illegal Structures

    Nigeria FHA Targets 677 Houses in Lagos to Eradicate Illegal Structures

    Federal Housing Authority (FHA) has identified 677 houses in Festac Town, Awumo-Odofin area of Lagos, for complete demolition. Additionally, 744 other structures face partial demolition due to developers' violations. Akintola Olagbemiro, the Southwest Zonal Manager for FHA, revealed these...
  15. Lagos Commences Demolition of Distressed Buildings in Ebute Metta

    Nigeria Lagos Commences Demolition of Distressed Buildings in Ebute Metta

    Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Oluyinka Olumide, spearheaded a demolition exercise in Ebute-Metta on Saturday, targeting distressed buildings that posed significant risks to residents. Despite prior notices, occupants had reportedly refused to vacate the structures...
  16. Tragedy Strikes as Mother of 'Mummy Be Calming Down' Viral Boy Commits Suicide, Husband Detained for Questioning

    Nigeria Tragedy Strikes as Mother of 'Mummy Be Calming Down' Viral Boy Commits Suicide, Husband Detained for Questioning

    In a heart-wrenching turn of events, Toluige Olokoobi, the mother of Oreofeoluwa Lawal-Babalola, the young boy who gained fame through the viral "mummy be calming down" video, has taken her own life. The incident, which occurred in Benin, raises questions about the reasons behind her decision...
  17. Lagos State Ends 50% Transport Discount, Reverts to Original Fares: Commuters Face Soaring Costs

    Nigeria Lagos State Ends 50% Transport Discount, Reverts to Original Fares: Commuters Face Soaring Costs

    The Lagos State Government has officially ended its 50% discount on public transport fares, reverting to the old rates starting from November 6, 2023. The announcement was made by the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority in a statement on Saturday. The discount program had been...
  18. [VIDEO] Lagos Governor Sanwo-Olu Makes a Surprise Runway Debut at Lagos Fashion Week 2023

    Nigeria [VIDEO] Lagos Governor Sanwo-Olu Makes a Surprise Runway Debut at Lagos Fashion Week 2023

    Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos made an unexpected appearance at Lagos Fashion Week 2023, taking to the runway to close the Emmy Kasbit show. This surprising runway debut left the audience in awe as the Governor strutted his stuff with confidence.
  19. Southwest Governors Extend Support to Ailing Ondo State Governor Akeredolu During Ibadan Visit

    Nigeria Southwest Governors Extend Support to Ailing Ondo State Governor Akeredolu During Ibadan Visit

    Southwest Governors, including Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos, Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State, and Abiodun Oyebanji of Ekiti State, paid a courtesy visit to the ailing Governor of Ondo State, Rotimi Akeredolu, at his Ibadan residence. Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State was absent from the visit...
  20. Lagos State Government Suspends Planned Mass Burial of #EndSARS Protest Victims Amid Controversy

    Nigeria Lagos State Government Suspends Planned Mass Burial of #EndSARS Protest Victims Amid Controversy

    The Lagos State Government has announced the suspension of its planned mass burial for the 103 corpses recovered in the aftermath of the October 2020 #EndSARS protest. The decision comes in response to the controversy and objections raised when the government initially revealed its intentions in...
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