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- Lagos Universities face power outage
- NASU declares strike
- 528 Organisations shut down in 2024
- Ikorodu residents to protest
- N443M death benefits for 132 workers
- Fatal accident on Otedola bridge
- Sanwo-Olu approves N443M death benefits
- Punch blasts water commission
- Ajah community reject ruler
- Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu at 58
Higher-institutions suffering from power crisis
The Lagos State University of Science and Technology (LASTECH) currently receives only about four hours of electricity daily, despite being placed in Band A, the Lagos chapter of the National Association of Nigerian Students said. NANS added that other higher institutions across the state are also affected by poor electricity supply and called on authorities to urgently address the issue . “This situation has severely impacted academic activities,” newly-elected state chairman, Abdul-Raheem Abdul-Quadri, said.
NASU begins indefinite strike
The Non-Academic Staff Union (NASU) has embarked on an indefinite strike to protest the maltreatment by the state government. Their demands include a 25-35% salary increase and the payment of 72 months’ arrears for hazard and transport allowances. Commenting on the matter, the Chairman of the LASUED chapter of NASU, Badmus Adesola, said, “We deserve equal pay for equal work, and it’s time the government recognized our contributions to the education sector.”
LDSVA Offers Free Child Abuse Prevention Course
The Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (LDSVA) has launched a free online course for parents, teachers, and guardians. The course covers child rights, bullying, positive discipline, and handling abuse disclosures. According to the Lagos DSVA, over 14,000 educators and first responders have completed the course. Parents are encouraged to enroll here https://course.safeguardingchildren.org.ng/courses/.
528 organisations shut down in 2024
The state government revealed that 528 organizations, including religious centers, were shut down in 2024. General Manager of the Lagos Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA), Dr. Babatunde Ajayi, shared this information on Tuesday. “We hope 2025 will be better than last year and that we can engrave environmental consciousness in the hearts of the people of Lagos,” he said. “We will be holding industries more responsible this year.”
Ikorodu residents prepare to mobilise against Ikeja Electric
Some Ikorodu residents are preparing to mobilise against Ikeja Electric after suffering near total blackout for five weeks, the Guardian Newspaper reported. “At first, we thought there was a major breakdown that led to the blackout in Rofo and these areas,” one resident said. “But there is a constant electricity supply at Lambo Lasunwon First Gate and some other parts like Odola in Odogunyan. They will flash the light at times, and before you can rush into your house to pump later, it is off.”In a bid to find a solution, residents formed a committee to engage with Ikeja Electric but were disappointed by the lack of progress.
Sanwo-Olu approves N443M death benefits for 132 workers
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has approved the release of N443 million as death benefits for the families of 132 local government and State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) workers. The Commissioner for Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs and Rural Development, Bolaji Robert, said the governor’s gesture underscores his commitment to workers’ welfare.
Six injured, one killed in Otedola bridge crash
At least six people were injured in an accident on the Otedola Bridge, according to an incident report from the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA). An adult male, who was extricated from beneath the first accident truck, lost his life due to the incident.
Punch Newspaper blasts water commission
The Punch Editorial Board has criticised the Lagos State Water Regulatory Commission for shutting down three companies – Nigerian Bottling Company Plc, Guinness Nigeria Plc, and FrieslandCampina WAMCO Nigeria Plc—for violating water usage regulations. It is egregious that the companies are being punished for failing to pay extortionate fees for providing themselves with resources that the government has failed to provide. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu should reopen the businesses. His government should not profit from its failures,” the editorial said.
Ajah community rejects Olumegbon imposition
Indigenes from the Ajah community, led by Kazeem Odunlami, on Monday protested inIkeja against the imposition of the Olumegbon Family as the ruler of Ajah. They called on the governor to intervene, stating that the Olumegbon Family has no historical or judicial background to become the Oba of Ajah. According to Odunlami, the Baale of Ajah has been the traditional leader for over 300 years, a custom deeply rooted in the community’s culture and history. Protesters carried placards, emphasizing that the community will not accept the alleged imposition, the News Agency of Nigeria reported.
Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu Clocks 58
Governor Sanwo-Olu on Monday felicitated with the First Lady, Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, who clocks 58 today. “My jewel of inestimable values has been a major pillar of my success, standing by me all through the journey for several decades,” the Governor said. “We’ve sojourned together in the turbulent public space and standing side by side, working for the good people of Lagos State.”