Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, declared that the eagerly awaited Lagos Red Line rail project is set to be unveiled in February. Speaking at the Lagos West Senatorial District Town Hall Meeting hosted at the Balmoral Convention Centre, Sheraton, Ikeja, the governor revealed that the state government has formally written to President Bola Tinubu, extending an invitation for him to officiate the unveiling ceremony scheduled for February. “Our Red Line rail will be unveiled in February. In fact, we have written officially to Mr President to come and help us unveil it in February this year,” stated Governor Sanwo-Olu…
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Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State announced on Thursday that the much-anticipated construction of the Fourth Mainland Bridge is set to commence in the first quarter of this year, with a target to break ground by the end of March or April. The governor revealed this crucial information during his keynote address at the Lagos West Senatorial District Town Hall Meeting held at the Balmoral Convention Centre, Sheraton, Ikeja. Sanwo-Olu emphasized that the construction of the Fourth Mainland Bridge will be executed in phases, and he assured that adequate compensation would be provided to landlords and tenants affected by the…
In an exclusive interview with RTI Ivorian TV, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken expressed delight during his first visit to Côte d’Ivoire, emphasizing the strong connections between the United States and the West African nation. Blinken, currently on an African tour, highlighted the importance of the trip, showcasing President Biden’s commitment to Africa as the continent represents the future for the United States. The interview took place at the Alassane Ouattara Olympic Stadium of Ébimpé, where the Secretary of State attended the football match between Côte d’Ivoire and Equatorial Guinea. Blinken explained that sports, especially soccer, serves as a…
The Lagos State Government is gearing up to enforce stringent measures requiring the provision of fire-fighting devices in buildings, aligning with the Lagos State Urban and Regional Planning and Development Law, 2019, as amended. According to the Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Dr. Oluyinka Olumide, this decision is a proactive step to prevent fire disasters in the state, particularly in the wake of the recent fire outbreak at Mandilas building on Broad Street, Lagos Island. Dr. Olumide emphasized the urgency for compliance with Physical Planning Laws, urging property owners and developers to prioritize safety measures to avoid potential…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has announced plans to present 15 witnesses to substantiate the N4 billion theft charges filed against former Anambra State Governor, Willie Obiano. The revelation came after Obiano was arraigned on nine counts before the Federal High Court in Abuja. The prosecuting counsel, Sylvanus Tahir (SAN), expressed the EFCC’s readiness for the trial, emphasizing the availability of 15 witnesses with supporting documentary evidence. Tahir urged the court to issue a remand order. Obiano’s defense, led by Ikpeazu (SAN), requested bail for the ex-governor, stating that an application had been filed. However, the…
Following consecutive defeats to former President Donald Trump in the GOP presidential primary, Nikki Haley remains resolute in her determination to stay in the race, dismissing calls to end her campaign. Despite trailing Trump 55%-44% in New Hampshire, Haley assured her supporters that “this race is far from over” and pledged to keep fighting. Haley’s decision comes shortly after Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis exited the race, throwing his support behind Trump, who has secured a series of endorsements. The uphill battle for Haley intensifies in her home state of South Carolina, where Trump’s popularity poses a formidable challenge. While acknowledging…
In response to recent concerns and disapproval from Northern senators and youths, the Presidency clarified on Wednesday that there are no plans to relocate the Federal Capital of Nigeria back to Lagos. . The government labeled the rumors as a creation by “mischief-makers” aiming to sow ethnic mistrust. The controversy arose following the relocation of the Department of Banking Supervision of the Central Bank of Nigeria to Lagos and the directive to move the head office of the Federal Airport Authority of Nigeria to the same city. Critics, particularly from the North, expressed dissatisfaction, considering it a move to…
Senior Advisor to U.S. President Joe Biden, Mike Donilon, and Deputy Chief of Staff to the White House, Jennifer O’Malley Dillon, are set to depart from their current positions in early February. The Washington Post reports that the seasoned advisors plan to continue their dedicated work within President Biden’s re-election campaign. Both Donilon and O’Malley Dillon, who played integral roles in Biden’s successful 2020 campaign, will bring their expertise back to the electoral headquarters. In their new capacities, Jennifer O’Malley Dillon is expected to assume a crucial role in the day-to-day operations of the re-election campaign, while Mike Donilon will…
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