Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has approved key appointments in two crucial agencies. Major Olaniyi Olatunbosun Cole (Rtd) has been appointed as the new Corps Marshal of the Lagos State Environmental Sanitation Corps Agency (LAGESC), while Engineer Adefemi Adedimeji Afolabi assumes the role of General Manager at the Lagos State Waste Water Management Office (LASWAMO). The appointments, effective from January 25th, 2024, were formally conveyed through letters signed by the Head of Service, Mr. Bode Agoro. The newly appointed Corps Marshal, Major Olaniyi Olatunbosun Cole (Rtd), brings a wealth of experience and leadership from his military background, poised to…
Author: Omolemi Eboisetale
The Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA) has issued a stern 30-day ultimatum to owners of buildings illegally converted into churches, mosques, clubhouses, lounges, and bars without the necessary approvals. The General Manager of LASBCA, Arc. Gbolahan Owodunni Oki, emphasized that this notice is aimed at rectifying the distortion of the state’s masterplan caused by non-compliance with regulatory provisions. The order applies to structures across the state being used for unauthorized purposes, posing security concerns and violating safety guidelines. The notice comes in response to repeated complaints from citizens about the environmental nuisance caused by the conversion of residential areas…
The Federal Government of Nigeria, through the Ministry of Solid Minerals Development, has given approval of 499 licences for the buying and selling of various minerals in the country for the year 2023. This announcement was made by the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, during his keynote address at the BusinessDay Solid Minerals Conference held in Abuja on Tuesday. The Minister emphasized the Ministry’s commitment to facilitating the processing of applications for permits to refine and purchase minerals. Last year alone, a total of 499 licences were granted to applicants engaged in the business of purchasing and selling…
Nigeria has raked in over N400 million from data privacy enforcement efforts and unveiled plans to establish an indigenous certification body for data protection professionals. The Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, emphasized the presidential directive to leverage technology to transform public services. The aim of the digitalization drive is to streamline processes, enhance accessibility, and improve efficiency for citizens. During the National Privacy Week event, the National Commissioner/CEO of the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), Dr. Vincent Olatunji, reported over 1,000 data privacy complaints received. The commission’s enforcement actions in resolved cases resulted in…
The Federal Government has given its approval for pregnant women in the country to transition from Iron and Folic Acid Supplementation (IFAS) to Multiple Micronutrient Supplement (MMS). The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof Mohammed Pate, announced the decision yesterday in Abuja, emphasizing the need for improved pregnancy outcomes. The decision comes in the wake of the 2018 Nigerian Demographic Health Survey (NDHS), revealing that approximately 61% of pregnant women in the country suffer from anaemia. Maternal anaemia not only poses an increased risk of death but also contributes to poor pregnancy and birth outcomes. To address…
As the Nigerian House of Representatives reconvenes from its new year break on Thursday, February 1, 2024, a slew of bills and motions have been lined up for debate, promising a start to legislative activities in the year. At the forefront of the agenda is a bill addressing the regulation of organ harvesting, transplanting, and donations. This crucial piece of legislation aims to establish a regulatory body to oversee activities related to organ transplants and donations, addressing ethical concerns and ensuring the proper functioning of this sensitive medical field. Additionally, the much-anticipated Electoral Act Amendment bill is set to take…
British-Nigerian Member of Parliament (MP) Kate Osamor has been suspended by the Chief Whip from the Parliamentary Labour Party following her controversial comments accusing Israel of genocide on the eve of Holocaust Memorial Day. Osamor, who represents Edmonton, ignited a firestorm after expressing her views in her weekly newsletter. In a post on social media, she shared a photo of herself signing the Holocaust Education Trust’s commemoration book in Westminster, saying, “Tomorrow is Holocaust Memorial Day, an international day to remember the six million Jews murdered during the Holocaust, the millions of other people murdered under Nazi persecution of other…
On monday, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni announced it’s new partnership with Africa. The plan was revealed during a one-day summit attended by over two dozen African leaders and European Union officials. Meloni, during her address, outlined a comprehensive set of initiatives, committing an initial 5.5 billion euros ($5.95 billion) with state guarantees. While describing the summit as successful, she emphasized the potential for cooperation, particularly in the energy sector. “We are only at the beginning; there is a very long road ahead of us. This day is a restart,” Meloni stated in her closing remarks. However, not all voices…
Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodinma, has lauded President Bola Tinubu for putting an end to the influence of “cabals and deities” in the exploitation of fuel subsidy and foreign exchange disparities. According to Uzodinma, these elements were responsible for the economic challenges facing Nigerians. In a recent interview on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics, Governor Uzodinma revealed that President Tinubu’s interventions have curtailed the activities of certain groups that were taking advantage of the system. He emphasized that fuel subsidy and foreign exchange had become gateways for overnight prosperity in the country. The governor stated, “In my findings and understanding of…
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has affirmed his government’s dedication to providing unparalleled investments, funding, and infrastructure. Speaking at the “TeachForNigeria: A Day with Mr. Governor” event held at the Adeyemi Bero Auditorium, Governor Sanwo-Olu outlined initiatives to enhance the education sector in collaboration with TeachForNigeria. The event, coinciding with the International Day of Education under the theme ‘Learning for Lasting Peace,’ brought together members of the State Executive Council, Permanent Secretaries, top government officials, teachers, pupils, and students from various public schools, alongside key stakeholders in the education sector. Governor Sanwo-Olu revealed that the Lagos State…
The Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) reported a profit of N2.52 trillion ($2.7 trillion) for 2022, a notable shift towards product trading rather than traditional upstream operations. Despite the impressive profit figures, the NNPCL faces scrutiny for its performance compared to global peers such as Petronas, Qatar Energy, Petrobras, and notably, Saudi Aramco. While NNPC’s profit is significant, Saudi Aramco declared an astronomical $161 billion during the same period. The success story for NNPC is largely attributed to the importation and trading of petroleum products, which accounted for approximately N4.5 trillion in revenue – surpassing the N3.5…
The Nigerian government has announced that it is owed trillions of naira in unpaid royalties and taxes by legalised operators within the mining industry. Dr. Dele Alake, the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, disclosed this information during a recent courtesy visit by Mohammed Bello, the Chairman of the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC). Dr. Alake emphasized the government’s commitment to addressing revenue leakages and ensuring the recovery of all outstanding royalties. During the meeting, he stated, “From our efforts so far, we have discovered to our chagrin that we are owed trillions of naira in unpaid…