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Polaris Bank Launches Nationwide Free Cancer Screening Initiative to Mark World Cancer Day
February 2, 2026 — In commemoration of World Cancer Day, observed annually on February 4, Polaris Bank has reaffirmed its commitment to community health and social impact with the launch of a nationwide free breast cancer screening initiative in partnership with its NGO partner, Care Organization and Public Enlightenment (C.O.P.E).
Explainer: Nine Misleading Claims Fueling Makoko Demolition Narrative
The recent demolition of some waterfront structures in Makoko, Lagos, has triggered widespread emotional reactions, and viral claims on social media.
President Bola Tinubu condoled with Super Eagles’ Samuel Chukwueze over his mother’s passing
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has condoled with Super Eagles forward, Samuel Chukwueze, on the passing of his mother, Mrs Sarah Chukwueze.
Tinubu breaks silence on Ojora’s death, calls it National loss
President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Otunba (Dr) Adekunle Ojora, a renowned industrialist, business tycoon and community leader, who died at the age of 93.
Onigbongbo LCDA Begins Measles–Rubella Vaccination Exercise
The Onigbongbo Local Council Development Area (LCDA) has announced the commencement of the Measles–Rubella (MR) Vaccination Programme, organized by the Lagos State Government in collaboration with the council.
Lagos launches health insurance enforcement, begins full Ilera-Eko implementation
The Lagos State Government has formally inaugurated the Lagos State Health Scheme (LSHS) Enforcement Team, marking the full implementation of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s Executive Order on mandatory social health insurance.
Probe killing of woman, six children in Kano – Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu has ordered a probe into the killing of a housewife named Fatima Abubakar and her six children in Kano State.
Two Dead, Several Injured In Multiple Crash On Lagos-Ibadan Expressway
At least two commuters died on Sunday following a multiple-vehicle accident on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway at the Kara Bridge axis, inward Mowe.
Ojodu LCDA Chairman, Odunmbaku, Attends High-Level PHC Policy Dialogue
The Chairman of Ojodu Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Hon. Segun Odunmbaku, has participated in a high-level Primary Health Care (PHC) Policy Dialogue organised by the Lagos State Primary Health Care Board at the Sheraton Hotels, Lagos.
Ikeja Council Chairman, AKOD Participates in Leadership Dialogue on Strengthening Primary Health Care
The Chairman of Ikeja Local Government, Comrade Akeem Olalekan Dauda (AKOD), has participated in a high-level Joint Leadership Dialogue on Strengthening the Primary Health Care (PHC) System, alongside other local government chairmen from across Lagos State.