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League of Former Ward Chairmen Mourns Alhaja Abibat Ajasa, Condoles Ojodu LCDA Vice Chairman
The League of Former Ward Chairmen has expressed profound sorrow over the passing of Alhaja Chief Abibat Ajasa, the revered Iyalaje General of Oshodi-Isolo and Erelu Wasimi, describing her death as a monumental loss to her family, Lagos State, and the Yoruba nation.
Presidency Reaffirms Adeyemi Is Impostor, Details Ongoing Criminal Case Over Fake Presidential Council
The Presidency has restated that Prince Adeniyi Adeyemi Matthew is an impostor who falsely presented himself as the Director-General of a non-existent Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council, also referred to as the Presidential Economic Advisory Council, warning the public against lending credibility to his claims.
Sanwo-Olu Visits GAC Member Cardinal James Odunmbaku, Family Announces Funeral Arrangements for Late Wife
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has paid a condolence visit to Governance Advisory Council (GAC) member, Cardinal James Odunmbaku, following the passing of his beloved wife, Mother Celestial Olasinmi Akindele Odunmbaku.
Fidelity Bank Partners YEIDEP to Empower 60,000 Students with Entrepreneurship Opportunities
Leading financial institution Fidelity Bank Plc has strengthened its commitment to youth empowerment, financial inclusion and entrepreneurship through a strategic partnership with the Federal Government-backed Youth Economic Intervention and De-radicalization Programme (YEIDEP), aimed at equipping young Nigerians with the skills, resources and opportunities needed to build sustainable livelihoods.
Access Bank UK Polo Day to Rally Global Support for Education of Vulnerable Children
London, United Kingdom | June 30, 2026 – Access Bank UK is set to bring together an influential gathering of business leaders, philanthropists, royalty and high-net-worth individuals for its annual Polo Day on July 4, 2026, in Windsor, with a renewed commitment to expanding educational opportunities for vulnerable children.
Nigeria’s First Lady, Remi Tinubu defends support for akara, boli Traders, says programme will continue despite criticism
Nigeria's First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has defended her recent remarks on empowering small-scale businesses such as akara and roasted corn, describing the initiative as part of the Federal Government's Renewed Hope Agenda aimed at improving livelihoods and reducing poverty.
Oyo Police Rescue Two Abducted Children, Arrest Four Kidnap Suspects
The Oyo State Police Command has rescued two children abducted by armed men in Lanlate, Ibarapa East Local Government Area, and arrested four suspects in connection with the crime.
Ikeja LG Empowers Pregnant Women, Nursing Mothers with Maternal and Child Wellness Programme
IKEJA, LAGOS – June 29, 2026 – The wife of the Executive Chairman of Ikeja Local Government, Mrs. Fausat Temitope Dauda, has reaffirmed her commitment to improving maternal and child healthcare through the organisation of a Maternal and Child Wellness Support Programme for pregnant women, nursing mothers and infants across the council area.
2027 timeline: INEC, parties clash over access codes for candidates’ upload
THE Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, and political parties, yesterday, disagreed over issuance of access codes to parties to upload their candidates’ particulars on the commission’s portal.
Lagos deepens partnership with UNICEF to improve emergency support for vulnerable residents
The Lagos State Government, in partnership with UNICEF, has trained government officials and other stakeholders on how to improve support for vulnerable residents during emergencies and difficult times.