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- IPAC welcomes Meranda
- Ajetunmobi quietly reinstated
- Eko learners’ support launched
- Polio response begins
- Cctv installation mandate
- Over 20 million vaccinated
- Broadcast stations condemn strike
- Lagos-Calabar suit
- LASEMA tackles tanker incident
- Fatal crash on expressway
IPAC welcomes Mojisola Meranda as lagos speaker
The Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) welcomed Mojisola Meranda as Lagos’ first female Speaker, advising her to avoid the mistakes that led to the removal of her predecessor. IPAC emphasized the need for inclusivity and strong relationships with lawmakers and political parties.
Ajetunmobi quietly reinstated
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has quietly reinstated his Senior Special Assistant on Print Media, Wale Ajetunmobi, according to SaharaReporters. This comes two months after suspending him over controversial comments regarding the 2020 #EndSARS protests. Ajetunmobi was reinstated following lobbying by the governor’s inner circle, with advice to be cautious with his online posts.
Academic boost initiative for WAEC and NECO students
Lagos State has launched the Eko Learners’ Support program to assist WAEC and NECO candidates, offering 320 lessons across 10 subjects via TV and social media. Commissioner Jamiu Alli-Balogun introduced the 26-week initiative to foster collaboration between students and teachers, aiming to enhance academic performance.
Lagos launches polio response
Lagos will be conducting a polio outbreak response exercise from January 18 to 22, targeting all 20 local governments and 37 local council areas. The initiative seeks to maintain Nigeria’s polio-free status by vaccinating children in various locations, including homes, schools, and public places.
Lagos vaccinates over 20 million in 2024 campaign
The state has announced that in 2024, over 20.3 million residents received the yellow fever vaccine, achieving 95% coverage, while 3.5 million children were vaccinated against measles, reaching 85% coverage. Additionally, 163,553 people received the HPV vaccine
Mandatory CCTV installation for buildings above six floors
Lagos State has made CCTV installation a requirement for buildings above six floors and commercial properties. This initiative, approved by Governor Sanwo-Olu, aims to enhance security, with property owners required to provide footage to security agents upon request.
Lagos broadcast stations condemn violent strike
Lagos State-owned broadcast stations has condemned violent actions by striking workers, who vandalized property and assaulted staff. The strike was led by unions including NLC, RATTAWU, and NUJ. A meeting with union leaders is scheduled for January 15 to address the dispute.
Court to hear suit against Lagos-Calabar highway award
The Federal High Court will hear a lawsuit on January 27, 2025, challenging the N15tn award of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project to HiTech Construction. The plaintiff claims the award violated procurement laws and lacked an Environmental Impact Assessment.
LASEMA responds to over 500 tanker incidents in 2024
Tanker-related incidents were the most frequent disasters in Lagos in 2024, with 507 cases reported. Alimosho LGA had the highest number of incidents, followed by road accidents and fires.
Fatal crash on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway leaves one dead, seven injured
A fatal accident occurred at Danlitti turning on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway on Tuesday, involving 18 people. A truck collided with a Mazda bus, causing it to hit another truck. One person died, and seven others were injured. The body was taken to a morgue, and the injured victims were hospitalized.