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Hunpe flags off NNPC/SNEPCo Vision First Plus Outreach in Badagry
The Executive Chairman of Badagry Local Government, Hon. Babatunde Hunpe, has flagged off the NNPC/SNEPCo Vision First Plus Programme, a five-day free medical outreach aimed at providing specialised eye care and general healthcare services to residents of Badagry and neighbouring communities.
Ojodu Legislative Arm Celebrates Chairman’s Wife, Abimbola Odunmbaku, on Birthday
OJODU, LAGOS — August 8, 2026: The Legislative Arm of Ojodu Local Council Development Area (LCDA) has felicitated with the wife of the Executive Chairman of Ojodu LCDA, Chief (Mrs.) Abimbola Odunmbaku, on the occasion of her birthday.
30 Convicted, Sentenced to Two Months in Prison for Vandalising Lagos Bridges
Lagos, August 8, 2026 — Thirty suspected miscreants have been convicted and sentenced to two months’ imprisonment each after pleading guilty to charges bordering on the vandalism and removal of iron rods supporting critical bridges in Lagos State.
INEC Extends 2027 Governorship, Assembly Candidate Submission Deadline to August 11
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has extended the deadline for political parties to submit the lists of candidates for the Governorship and State Houses of Assembly elections scheduled for the February 2027 General Election.
Sanwo-Olu Inspects Alakija-Festac Bridge After Viral Vandalism Video, Assures Lagosians of Safety
LAGOS — Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has carried out an on-the-spot inspection of the Alakija-Festac Bridge following a viral video showing suspected scavengers allegedly removing metal components from the bridge structure.
Osun poll: Adeleke playing victim to gain sympathy — Oyebamiji
The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Osun State, Bola Oyebamiji, has accused Governor Ademola Adeleke of portraying himself as a victim of political violence to gain public sympathy ahead of Saturday’s governorship election.
Sanwo-Olu Orders Crackdown on Vandals Over Festac–Alakija Bridge Attack
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has directed security agencies to immediately track down and prosecute those responsible for the vandalism of the Festac–Alakija Bridge.
APC Clarifies Official Logo Ahead of 2027 Campaign, Warns Against Circular Version
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has clarified the official identity of the party ahead of the commencement of its campaign activities, stressing that its official logo is square-shaped, not circular.
EDITORIAL: STOP THE SCRAP MENACE BEFORE OUR CITIES BECOME SCRAP YARDS
The time has come for governments at all levels to confront, decisively and without ambiguity, the growing menace of uncontrolled scavenging and scrap-metal collection across our cities.
Bishop Onaiyekan Again: The Hand of Esau, But the Voice of Jacob – Seye Oladejo
In every thriving democracy, the voices of religious leaders occupy a special place. They serve as the nation's moral conscience, reminding those in power of their obligations to justice, compassion, accountability and the common good. Nigeria has been blessed with distinguished clerics whose interventions have enriched public discourse and strengthened democratic values.