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Authorities raid ‘quack’ veterinary in Ibeju-Lekki

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Annals Of Legislation

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Legislative profile: Gbolahan Yishau

He was first elected in 2011 and is presently the chairman of the House committee on economic planning and budget.

Legislative profile: Ajayi Oluwadamilare

Before he was elected as a lawmaker in 2023, Mr. Oluwadamilare served as the Special Adviser on Commerce, Industry, and Cooperatives to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu.

Legislative profile: Oladipo Ajomale

Mr. Ajomale has a degree in law.

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Eko Lifestyle

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News Desk

Authorities raid ‘quack’ veterinary in Ibeju-Lekki

  In a decisive move against veterinary quackery, authorities have raided the...

Electrician released by police after media pressure

  An electrician, Ayomide Obamuyiwa, detained by the police in Iba, since...

Maritime unions warn of unrest at ports

  The Council of Maritime Transport Unions and Associations (COMTUA)...

Why Fourth Mainland Bridge has been delayed – Hamzat

  The deputy governor, Obafemi Hamzat has cited soaring inflation and the...

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  Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Thursday presented a N3.005 trillion budget proposal...

Annals Of Legislation

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Before becoming a legislator, Mr. Ogunleye was a council mayor for 13 months in Ikorodu local government.

Legislative profile: Emmanuel Olotu Ojo

Before becoming a legislator, Mr. Olotu served as a councilor in Ojokoro local council development area.

Legislative profile: Gbolahan Yishau

He was first elected in 2011 and is presently the chairman of the House committee on economic planning and budget.

Legislative profile: Ajayi Oluwadamilare

Before he was elected as a lawmaker in 2023, Mr. Oluwadamilare served as the Special Adviser on Commerce, Industry, and Cooperatives to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu.

Legislative profile: Oladipo Ajomale

Mr. Ajomale has a degree in law.

Navigating Lagos

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To access the Red Line, passengers need a Cowry Card, which is used across Lagos for bus, ferry, and now rail services.

J.Randle Centre for Yoruba Culture and History: Past, Present, and Future of Lagos

The museum boasts a one-of-a-kind exhibition designed to celebrate Yoruba culture and significant events in Lagos history. Visitors will find an impressive array of artistic works, from paintings and sculptures to photographs and vintage Yoruba fashion.

Ten museums you should visit in Lagos

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In 2023, the Governor was also seen wearing another Patek Philippe watch.

Ten recreational centres to visit at least once in Lagos

At Ikeja Record, we've compiled some of the must-visit recreational centres you should consider when planning your next fun activity.

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Despite these alterations to the landscape of Lagos' coastal attractions, the state still boasts a plethora of breathtaking beaches waiting to be explored. At Ikeja Record, we have compiled a list of viable alternatives for you.

From ruins to restoration: Discovering the treasures in Freedom Park Lagos

I discovered that the park, located on a prime location in Lagos Island, had a historical past—it used to be a prison during Nigeria's colonial era.

The Political Scene

One year after: Key decisions taken by 10th Lagos State House of Assembly

The 10th Lagos House of Assembly was inaugurated on...

Is the storm over between Sanwo-Olu and Obasa? 

Is this renewed joviality in the best interest of Lagosians?

Lagos is spending big on infrastructure. But choking on debt.

As of December 2022, Lagos was the state with the highest debt stock across the Nigerian federation.

Three reasons why Lagos House of Assembly rejected Sanwo-Olu’s 17 commissioner-nominees

Beyond geographical and religious factors, the possibility of pending disagreements can not be ruled out.

What Ojodu residents want from LCDA Chairman Segun Odunmbaku

The residents made the requests following celebrations marking Segun Odunmbaku’s two years in office as Executive Chairman of Ojodu LCDA.

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Lagos trains Councillors on impactful legislation

A group picture of the Participants with Commissioner for Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs and Rural Development Kayode Bolaji.
A group picture of the Participants with Commissioner for Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs and Rural Development Kayode Bolaji.

Lagos State Government has organised a two-day Capacity Building workshop for 376 Councillors across the 57 Councils of the State.


Speaking at the event which began on Thursday, Commissioner for Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs and Rural Development Kayode Bolaji urged participants to see the workshop as a platform to interface with other Councillors across the State.


He added that the workshop focused on conversations relating to the efficient management of resources and the creation of a better outlook and modality for governance, which would promote good governance at the grassroots.


In her remarks, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs and Rural Development, Kikelomo Bolarinwa reiterated the commitment of the State Government to continually build capacity for Councillors who have been entrusted with the responsibility of making laws at the Local Government Levels, as it is the closest to the grassroots, hence the need to build strong foundation through strategic workshops.

Bolarinwa stressed that the essence of the workshop was to help Councillors make better legislation and to understand the principles behind making legislation that would engender productive and citizen-friendly collaborations with their principals at the various Local Government Levels.


She urged every participant to seize the opportunity to learn and relearn new ways of legislating while collaborating with their chairmen in a way that citizens in their Councils would benefit from the dividends of democracy.


Chairman, Lagos State Local Government Councillors Forum, Alimi Nurudeen commended the State Government for organising the workshop, adding that it would keep Councillors abreast with standard practices for Local Government Legislation. Lagos State as it concerns legislation and bringing the dividends of democracy to the people at the grassroots.

Nurudeen assured that Councillors would apply the lessons acquired from the workshop and use them to influence legislation that would improve the lives of citizens at the grassroots.
 

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