Author: Busayo Lawrence

Waterfront By Aderonke Ojediran Mr Dayo Alebiosu, Lagos State Commissioner for Waterfront and Infrastructure Development, says the state’s waterfront agenda is driven by law, vision and effective planning. Alebiosu said on Friday that the agenda was not driven by political considerations or personal connections. He spoke with journalists on Lagos State waterfront development, regulation and planning. The official said that competence and intent, rather than sentiments or politics, had guided government decisions in the sector. “Waterfront is a technical space. Our focus is on law, planning and development. “It is not about politics or where anyone comes from,” he said.…

Millions of football fans across Nigeria on Tuesday tuned in to watch the Super Eagles begin their campaign at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) with a 2–1 victory over Tanzania, as seasonal festivities gathered momentum nationwide.The opening match reached an estimated 27 million homes, with about 21 million viewers accessing the game through Free-to-Air (FTA) television, broadcast by AfroSport in partnership with its network of affiliates across the country. Nigeria took an early lead in the first half through Ajayi, before Ademola Lookman sealed the victory with a decisive second-half strike to hand the Eagles a flying start…

EyoBy Aderonke Ojediran Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has unveiled the 32-foot Eyo Monument at John Randle Centre for Yoruba Culture and History, in Lagos, describing it as a symbol of culture and identity. Sanwo-Olu said that the unveiling, though simple, represents a significant and wholesome cultural experience in celebration of the Eyo Adimu Orisa Festival. He said that the monument reflects the depth of Lagos’ cultural heritage, and reaffirmed the state’s position as a cradle of culture and tradition. “This unveiling is simple, yet very significant; It is a wholesome experience that celebrates the Eyo Adimu Orisa Festival…

Tea soirée by Organic Gardens Ltd. on Victoria Island, Lagos State Tea The Founder of Organic Gardens Ltd., Mrs Abimbola Ige, says the company is committed to repositioning herbal tea consumption as a healthy lifestyle choice among Nigerians. Ige said this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday at a tea soirée organised by the company on Victoria Island, Lagos State on Sunday. NAN reports that a tea soirée combines the elegance of an evening party or gathering with a tea party, creating a sophisticated evening event focused on tea, perhaps with tea-infused cocktails, music…

Reunion By Aderonke Ojediran The 1985 set,  University of Lagos (UNILAG) College of Medicine Alumni, has reaffirmed its commitment to giving back to its alma mater, as the foundation of its members’ professional excellence. Mr Kofo Ogunyakin, the set’s President, said this at its 40th anniversary reunion, where the alumni donated a solar power system to the college and completed the refurbishment of the female hostel, Alliakilu Hall. “We are a grateful and very active alumni. We decided not just to talk about giving back, but to come together from all corners of the world where we have served as…

Christian clerics on Saturday emphasised the importance of wellness, unity and positive citizenship as the Potter House of Lagos embarked on a five-kilometre fitness walk tagged “Walk for Life” in Lagos. The Resident Pastor of the Potter House of Lagos, Pastor Emmanuel Uzugbo, who led members of the congregation from Iponri to the National Stadium and back to Costain, said physical wellness was essential for effective service to God and humanity Uzugbo said regular exercise, balanced diet and routine medical check-ups were critical to sustaining both spiritual and physical wellbeing, noting that believers must remain healthy to function optimally in…

MSMEs Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State on Monday said that supporting Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) remained a central pillar of his administration’s developmental agenda. The governor said that the sector drove productivity, job creation and long-term economic stability in the state and Nigeria as a whole. Sanwo-Olu spoke at the opening of the maiden Lagos MSMEs Exclusive and Eko Roundcity Trade Fair held at the National Stadium, Surulere, Lagos. He was represented by the Chairman, Lagos State House of Assembly Committee on Commerce, Cooperative, Trade and Investment, Mr Abiodun Tobun. According to him, the role of MSMEs…

A coalition of organisations has urged the National Assembly to conclude the 2025 Constitution Review, warning delays on forty-four amendments threaten stability. In a statement, issued on Friday by the TOS Foundation’s Communications Director, Mr Adejare Hammed, said citizens nationwide participated actively in submissions and hearings, stressing that lawmakers must reciprocate public commitment by completing essential reforms without hesitation now. The coalition emphasised urgent electoral reforms, noting INEC’s timetable and looming party primaries, and recalled that the broad 2025 review followed extensive public consultations seeking stronger local governments, improved security, judicial efficiency. Hammed said citizens nationwide participated through hearings and…

Lagos powers grassroots commerce with new Eko Fair highlighting MSMEs By Aderonke OjediranThe Lagos State Government, Tuesday, announced the inaugural edition of the Lagos Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) Exclusive and Eko Round City Trade Fair 1.0., to boost grassroots commerce. The Commissioner for Commerce, Cooperatives, Trade and Investment, Mrs Folashade Bada- Ambrose, disclosed this at a news conference in Lagos. She said that the event had been redesigned from the former Eko MSMEs Exclusive Trade Fair into a more inclusive commercial festival. She described it as a major step toward strengthening grassroots commerce, boosting inter-Local Government Area (LGA)…

By Aderonke Ojediran Lagos State Government says residents and visitors will enjoy a significantly enhanced waterfront experience this Detty December, following reforms targeted at strengthening the city’s tourism appeal. The Commissioner for Waterfront Infrastructure Development, Mr Dayo Alebiosu, said this in a statement on Sunday after the state’s tourism and hospitality stakeholders’ summit. The summit, convened by the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, focused on the theme, “Unlocking the Potentials and Opportunities of Lagos Tourism: Collaboration and Partnership for a Greater Lagos. Alebiosu said the festive season would showcase Lagos’ readiness to deliver a modern, competitive and globally appealing…