In the bustling heart of Lagos, one name continues to resonate with compassion, leadership, and unrelenting commitment to the people — Rt. Hon. (Dr.) Mudashiru Ajayi Obasa, Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly. Far beyond the title and the office, Obasa embodies the spirit of service, especially to the community that raised him…
The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. (Dr) Mudashiru Obasa has emphasised the importance of compassion and charity towards the less fortunate in society. The Speaker said this in a heartfelt message marking the celebration of Eid al-Adha, which was released to the public ahead of the festival by his Chief…
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has emphasized the need for stronger collaboration between the public and private sectors to accelerate growth and stability in Nigeria’s real estate industry. The Governor made this call on Wednesday during a courtesy visit by the leadership of the International Real Estate Federation – Nigerian Chapter (FIABCI-Nigeria), led by…
By Babajide Fadoju In a city where the line between order and chaos is as thin as a mangrove’s root, Tokunbo Wahab, Lagos’ Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, has chosen a path few leaders dare tread. His methods—deemed draconian by critics—have drawn protests, lawsuits, and vitriol. Bulldozers demolish illegal markets. Styrofoam vendors are…
Lagos State Government through its Central Business District, CBD, has impounded 926 vehicles and 33 tricycles for violating the traffic regulation as part of measures to restore sanity across districts. Meanwhile, following the successes recorded in the Lagos Island and Ikeja, CBDS, the State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has approved the establishment of the Apapa Central…
In the last few weeks, I have consistently reviewed the activities of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu in Lagos and I have come to one conclusion: he is more of a statesman than a politician. He has weathered the storm on many fronts and remains calm amidst what seems like distractions. As I settled down at my…
The Lagos State House of Assembly has summoned the state Lands Bureau to appear before it to provide clarity on previous allocations and recurring land-related issues. It also approved land compensation for communities where the state government acquired lands for public use. At plenary last Thursday, the House adopted the recommendations of the Committee on…
Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. (Dr) Mudashiru Obasa has described the Lagos State High Court ruling, which declared his removal in January, “Illegal, unconstitutional, and null and void,” as a win for the Assembly as an institution. “This is a victory for the Lagos House of Assembly as an institution…
The Deputy Speaker, Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mojisola Meranda has been named the official Patron of the National Youth Council of Nigeria, NYCN, Lagos State Chapter. The 44-year-old versatile lawmaker was honoured at the youth organisation’s landmark symposium event held Saturday at the Teslim Balogun Stadium, Surulere, Lagos. Speaking at the impactful…
Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos has advised residents of the state intending to travel for the 2025 Hajj to ensure they are healthy before embarking on the pilgrimage. The governor also urged the residents to continue to give thanks to the Almighty for rebirth, growth and collective development due to the just-concluded Ramadan fast. He…
