Mariam Akinloye The former Chairman, Nigerian Majority Leaders’ Forum, Hon. Sanai Agunbiade, has cmmended President Bola Tinubu for his commitment to democratic struggles, adding that his contributions to democracy in Nigeria is indelible. Agunbiade, who was the immediate past Majority Leader, Lagos State House of Assembly and representative of the Ikorodu Constituency I, gave the commendations for President Tinubu’s doggedness, tenacity and commitment, in his statement commemorating the 2024 Democracy Day. “His contributions will ever remain indelible in the annal of Nigeria political evolution, democracy as an ideological tool towards…
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NNL Play-Off: Ikorodu City, 3 Others Gain Promotion To NPFL
Mariam Akinloye Against all odds, Ikorodu City FC have gained promotion to the top flight Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) after defeating Madiba FC 2 – 0 in the play – off. Ikorodu FC joined three other clubs that qualified from the Northern and Southern Conference play – off matches played today. The Oga boys joined Beyond Limits FC which defeated Inter Lagos 1 – 0 in the other Southern Conference match. With these feat, Ikorodu City, established just two years ago, and Beyond Limits, will be playing in the…
Read MoreFederal Lawmaker Lauds Nigeria’s Democratic Journey, Progress So Far
Wale Jagun A federal lawmaker and Chairman, House of Representatives Committee on Defense, Rep. Babajimi Benson, has commended the 25 years of unbroken democratic practice and gains achieved so far in Nigeria. While acknowledging the challenges that still lie ahead, the three term lawmaker also said that the administration of President Bola Tinubu is committed to good governance and economic growth that would impact positively on Nigerians. He called for support for the administration. “On this auspicious day, I commend our nation’s journey towards democratic governance and celebrate the progress…
Read MoreOriwu College Students Win State Competition, Received Lands, Other Awards
Kunle Adelabu Two students of Oriwu Junior Model College, Ikorodu, in Education District II, have emerged as the winners of the prestigious Lagos State Junior Secondary School Quiz Competition, organized by the Irene Onwuka Peace Foundation. Masters Lemboye Abdulrahman and Miss Agbede Oyindamola, students of Junior Secondary School (JSS) 2 and 3, won the competition and received the star prize of one million naira and two laptops for their outstanding performance. They also received one plot of land each around the Ibeju-Lekki, Epe axis, in recognition of their academic excellence.…
Read MoreAroyewun Celebrates 25 Years Of Democratic Journey
Jare Babatunde The anniversary of June 12, which is now the Democracy Day in Nigeria, has been described as a symbolic celebration of national triumph and the country’s democratic journey. Hameed Olalekan Aroyewun (HOA), an aspirant for the Igbogbo/Bayeku Local Council Development Area (LCDA) Chairmanship position, stated this in a statement on Wednesday, commemorating the Day. “As we celebrate Democracy Day, I wish you all a joyful and peaceful holiday. Today marks a significant day that symbolises our collective journey towards democratic governance. “It is a symbolic celebration of the…
Read MoreDemocracy Day: Abiru Salutes Nigerians’ Steadfastness, Says There’s Hope Under Tinubu’s Administration
Wale Jagun The Chairman, Senate Committee on Banking, Insurance and other Financial Institutions, Distinguished Senator Mukhail Adetokunbo Abiru, FCA, has felicitated with Nigerians on this year’s commemoration of Democracy Day. Abiru, who is representing the Lagos East Senatorial District, in a statement on Wednesday commemorating the Day, commended Nigerians for their steadfastness and patriotism which he said has helped in deepening democracy in Nigeria in the last 25 years. He urged Nigerians to be hopeful of better days, stressing that tough policy decisions of President Tinubu’s administration were geared towards…
Read MoreOPINION: Principles of Federalism are not cast in Stone
By Ola Animashaun There has always been this assumption made by some Nigerian intellectuals and politicians concerning the concept and practice of federalism. That assumption is that the principles of federalism are calcified and that once there is a deviation from what obtained in America, it is no longer federalism – implying that federalism can only have two government tiers is not true. When one looks at the origin and history of federalism, it is discernible that it is a means to an end and not an end. When America…
Read MoreDemocracy Day: Sanwo -Olu Charges Nigerians To Sustain Democratic Govt
Our Reporter Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has enjoined Nigerians, particularly Lagos residents, to protect and sustain the present democratic government in Nigeria. He said all hands must be on deck to sustain democracy in Nigeria so that the struggle of the nation’s founding fathers and heroes of democracy, especially those who fought for the return of Nigeria to a democratic path on May 29, 1999, will not be in vain. Governor Sanwo-Olu said the commemoration of another June 12, which marks the celebration of 25 years anniversary of…
Read MoreLagos Calls For Caution As Cholera Kills Five
Kunle Adelabu Lagos State Government has issued a call for heightened vigilance and the adoption of precautionary measures to prevent the spread of a potential cholera outbreak in the State as five deaths is reported. Lagos State Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi, gave the warning in a statement on Tuesday, while stating that cases of severe gastroenteritis have been reported in communities around Eti-Osa, Lagos Island, Ikorodu and Kosofe LGA, He stated that the development has resulted in about 60 hospital admissions, with five deaths recorded mainly from patients…
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