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Two Years Inter-Ministerial: 48,000 Households Impacted by Sanwo-Olu’s Poverty Alleviation Programmes – Mrs Bolaji Dada

The administration of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, in the last two years,has rescued about 48,000 households from poverty through its social intervention programmes under which women got cash transfers and acquired skills.
byTayo Aderinola
May 4, 2021
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Massive turnout as Hon Layeni declares for Chairmanship of Ojodu LCDA

Lagos Panorama recently reports the Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission (LASIEC) has confirmed 24th of July 2021 for the conduct of the Lagos State Local Government Elections for Chairman, Vice Chairman and Councillors in the 20 Local Government Councils and 37 LCDAs, as aspirants gears up for the council elections, the Nigerian Institute of Journalism (NIJ) playground, Ogba, was filled to capacity by members and leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Ojodu LCDA as the current Supervisory Councillor for Women Affairs and Poverty Alleviation (WAPA), Hon Kafayat Funmilayo Layeni officially declared her aspiration for the Chairmanship position of the LCDA on Saturday.
byTayo Aderinola
May 2, 2021
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LASIEC advocates inclusivity mechanisms for women in political activities

The Chairman of Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission (LASIEC), Hon. Justice Ayotunde Philips, has advocated for inclusivity mechanisms for women, youths, Persons with Disabilities and other vulnerable population in the political parties’ activities and processes, so that the democratic space could be further widened.
byTayo Aderinola
April 25, 2021
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6,252 students graduate from Lagos Skill Acquisition centres

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu has advised youths and women in the State to engage themselves in vocational skills to be employers of labour rather than depending solely on government and private organisations for job opportunities.
byTayo Aderinola
September 23, 2020

The Commander, U.S. Africa Command, U General Stephen Townsend, wrapped up a three-day West African visit February 22-25, 2021, with a stopover in Nigeria to meet with the nation’s leaders and further the long-standing partnership and security cooperation between the two countries.

A press statement by the Embassy on Friday, said: “During the visit, Townsend met with the Nigerian President’s Chief of Staff, Ibrahim Gambari, and National Security Adviser, Babagan Monguno, to discuss regional security issues and to express the command’s gratitude for the assistance provided during a hostage rescue operation last year.

“When we asked for their help, the Nigerian government answered the call. Our hostage recovery mission in October would have been impossible without their support.

“They quickly provided assistance that helped the U.S. military to save an American life. That is a strong example of our partnership with Nigeria.”

Townsend also met with senior military officials, including the Minister of Defence, Bashir Salihi Magash, and the Chief of Defence Staff, General Leo Irabor, to talk about on-going cooperation in the region and greater maritime security and threat mitigation.

Nigeria is a key partner in countering violent extremist organizations throughout the Lake Chad Basin.

Townsend said furthermore: “The bilateral relationship between Nigeria and the U.S. is built on several pillars including security cooperation.

“U.S. Africa Command will do our part to advance the security cooperation pillar, so that Nigerians can enjoy the more secure future they all deserve.”

As close partners, the U.S. and Nigeria have worked at ensuring the collaborative relationship continues to grow to include a commitment to interoperability. Nigeria purchased 12 A-29 Super Tucano light attack aircraft, which will be delivered later this year.

“Nigeria’s purchase of A-29 Super Tucano aircraft is another example of their commitment to interoperability and security in the region,” he added. “Our economic relationship with Nigeria is already strong, and we look forward to the continued strengthening of security relationships. Nigeria’s leaders understand the importance of a collaborative approach to ensuring stability in West Africa and partnering on areas of mutual interest.”

The Commander also met with the U.S. Ambassador to Nigeria, Mary Beth Leonard.

Leonard said: “General Townsend’s visit to Nigeria demonstrates the strategic importance the United States places on our bilateral relationship with Nigeria.

“Our security cooperation partnership with Nigeria’s military will strengthen the country’s capabilities to secure land and sea borders, enhance overall security, and combat terrorism in the North East.”

As part of the visit, Townsend participated in a wreath-laying ceremony at the Nigeria Military National Cemetery to honour those who have given their lives in the service of their nation.

During the visit, the delegation expressed their condolences for the seven service men killed in the crash of a Nigerian Air Force aircraft in Abuja.