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Jakande Hosts Deputy Governor on Condolence Visit to Family of Late Prince Bayo Osiyemi
The Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Dr. Obafemi Kadiri Hamzat, on Wednesday, December 3, paid a condolence visit to the residence of the late Prince Bayo Osiyemi, following his recent passing. He was received by the Chairman of Odi-Olowo/Ojuwoye LCDA, Hon. Seyi Jakande, represented by his team which included the Vice Chairman, Hon. Niyi Awodogan; the Chief of Staff; and Councillors led by their Leader, Hon. Lekan Adeyi.
Bill Seeking Death Penalty For Kidnappers, Hostage-Takers Scales Second Reading At Senate
The bill seeking to amend the Terrorism (Prevention and Prohibition) Act to classify kidnapping, hostage-taking, and related offenses as acts of terrorism has scaled second reading at the Senate.
Senate Moves to Classify Kidnapping as Terrorism, Pushes Death Penalty for Perpetrators and Enablers
The Nigerian Senate on Wednesday took a decisive step toward tightening the country’s anti-kidnapping laws by proposing the death penalty for kidnappers, as well as those who finance, aid, or provide information to them. The move comes as lawmakers debated amendments to the 2022 Terrorism (Prevention and Prohibition) Act.
APC Schedules National Caucus and NEC Meetings for Mid-December
The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has officially announced that its National Caucus and National Executive Committee (NEC) meetings will hold on Monday, 15 December 2025, and Tuesday, 16 December 2025, respectively, at the Banquet Hall, Presidential Villa, Abuja, FCT.
Onigbongbo Council Launches Transformative Eco-Circulate Waste-To-Wealth Initiative
Onigbongbo Local Council Development Area (LCDA), in partnership with PAKAM and with full support from the Office of the Special Adviser on Climate Change & Circular Economy, Lagos State Government, has officially unveiled the Eco-Circulate Onigbongbo Waste-to-Wealth Initiative — a major step toward sustainable development and economic empowerment at the grassroots.
Ikeja Council Chairman, Dauda Calls for Youth-Led Nation Building at Citizen-Focused Governance Dialogue
The Executive Chairman of Ikeja Local Government, Comrade Akeem Olalekan Dauda (AKOD), has called on Nigerian youths to take a leading role in shaping the nation’s future, stressing that sustainable development can only be achieved when citizens actively participate in governance rather than remain passive observers.
APC Lagos Faults Criticism of Police Escort Withdrawal, Says Reform Long Overdue
The Lagos State Chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has dismissed the public outcry trailing the recent directive on the withdrawal of police escorts attached to private individuals, describing the reactions as exaggerated, misleading, and driven by political motives.
Tinubu Demands Greater Efficiency From Service Chiefs
President Bola Tinubu has demanded greater efficiency in strategies and result in the ongoing fight against insecurity in some part of Nigeria.
Contractors to Vacate Admiralty Way–Jubilee Bridge Project Site Thursday, Resume Work in January — LASG
The Lagos State Government has announced that contractors handling the rehabilitation of the Eti-Osa/Lekki/Epe Expressway—specifically the Admiralty Way Junction to Jubilee Bridge, Ajah section—will vacate the project site on Thursday, December 4, 2025, and resume work in January 2026.
President Tinubu Approves Special Protection for Guinea-Bissau Opposition Presidential Candidate
President Bola Tinubu has approved a special security arrangement for Fernando Dia Da Costa, the opposition presidential candidate in Guinea-Bissau, following reported threats to his life after the 23 November 2025 general elections.