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Omi-Bus breathes new life into Apapa-CMS water route 

For commuters between CMS and Apapa, the question is no longer "boat or bus?" It’s now: “which boat?”

Lawmakers echo Lagos’ rent crisis

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How ETL Engineering School is redefining technical education in Lagos

Most universities and polytechnics focus on theory, leaving graduates unprepared for the technical demands of real-world jobs. From its headquarters in Ikeja, ETL Engineering Services Limited is changing that.

Healthcare worker shortage

This is an online edition of Ten Things on the Record, a daily newsletter where we bring you the essential updates and insights you need if you live, work, or do business in Lagos.

Annals Of Legislation

Mojisola Lasbat Meranda: Who is the newly-sworn in Lagos Speaker?

Hon. Meranda was born on August 16, 1980.

Legislative profile: Ogunleye Gbolahan Adetokunbo

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.

Navigating Lagos

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Visiting the cheapest beach in Lagos

You have to hop on a boat to access the beach.

Jaekel House: Discovering Lagos’s railway heritage

As you approach Jaekel House, you are greeted by the sight of a colonial Afro-Brazilian-style two-storey building, over 100 years old, surrounded by a vast expanse of lush greenery.

Essential guide to the Lagos Red Line Rail: Fares, Schedules, and Tips

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

Eko Lifestyle

Sanwo-Olu spotted wearing luxury watch at Davido’s wedding

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

Ten recreational centres to visit at least once in Lagos

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Top five cinemas in Lagos to watch“Bad Boys: Ride or Die”

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Discover seven alternative Lagos beaches to Landmark, Oniru, others

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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

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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.

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.

Who are the 39 people Sanwo-Olu nominated for his second-term cabinet?

The list came barely a day to the 60-day statutory deadline for appointment of cabinet members.

Persons Of Interest

Dencity: The challenges of building a female skateboarding community in Lagos

In an interview with The Record’s Omon Okhuevbie, the 24-year-old skateboarder and streetwear fashion entrepreneur shared the challenges of building a skateboarding community for young girls and women in Lagos and other states in Nigeria.

Oluwatoyosi Jide-Jimoh: How I graduated top of my class at LASU

She graduated from the Lagos State University with first class honours in communication and media studies.

Living with Lupus in Lagos: Misturah Owolabi shares her inspiring journey

“ Lupus is not a death sentence, it is a very manageable condition. Do not believe that Lupus is going to hinder you from achieving your goals.”

Lagos-based startup, Midddleman, is bridging trust and logistics gaps in the e-commerce world

Additionally, the co-founder shared that e-commerce companies can now send Yuan/CNY/RMB to their Chinese suppliers through Middleman.

News Desk

Updates on local council elections

Ten Things on the Record is the essential guide for people who live, work or do business in Lagos. Sign up for free here.

Omi-Bus breathes new life into Apapa-CMS water route 

For commuters between CMS and Apapa, the question is no longer "boat or bus?" It’s now: “which boat?”

Lawmakers echo Lagos’ rent crisis

Ten Things on the Record is the essential guide for people who live, work or do business in Lagos. Sign up for free here.

How ETL Engineering School is redefining technical education in Lagos

Most universities and polytechnics focus on theory, leaving graduates unprepared for the technical demands of real-world jobs. From its headquarters in Ikeja, ETL Engineering Services Limited is changing that.

Healthcare worker shortage

This is an online edition of Ten Things on the Record, a daily newsletter where we bring you the essential updates and insights you need if you live, work, or do business in Lagos.

Annals Of Legislation

Mojisola Lasbat Meranda: Who is the newly-sworn in Lagos Speaker?

Hon. Meranda was born on August 16, 1980.

Legislative profile: Ogunleye Gbolahan Adetokunbo

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.

Navigating Lagos

Exploring the National Museum Lagos: A treasure trove of Nigerian history

Located along Onikan Road, opposite the J.K. Randle Centre for Yoruba Culture in Ikoyi, the National Museum Lagos was established by British archaeologist Kenneth Murray.

Ten spots to visit this Valentine’s Day on Lagos mainland 

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, what better way to show your partner how much you care than with a romantic candlelit dinner, delicious food, and beautiful music setting the perfect mood?

Visiting the cheapest beach in Lagos

You have to hop on a boat to access the beach.

Jaekel House: Discovering Lagos’s railway heritage

As you approach Jaekel House, you are greeted by the sight of a colonial Afro-Brazilian-style two-storey building, over 100 years old, surrounded by a vast expanse of lush greenery.

Essential guide to the Lagos Red Line Rail: Fares, Schedules, and Tips

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

Eko Lifestyle

Sanwo-Olu spotted wearing luxury watch at Davido’s wedding

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.

Top five cinemas in Lagos to watch“Bad Boys: Ride or Die”

The latest chapter in the action-comedy saga, "Bad Boys:...

Discover seven alternative Lagos beaches to Landmark, Oniru, others

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.

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.

Who are the 39 people Sanwo-Olu nominated for his second-term cabinet?

The list came barely a day to the 60-day statutory deadline for appointment of cabinet members.

Persons Of Interest

Dencity: The challenges of building a female skateboarding community in Lagos

In an interview with The Record’s Omon Okhuevbie, the 24-year-old skateboarder and streetwear fashion entrepreneur shared the challenges of building a skateboarding community for young girls and women in Lagos and other states in Nigeria.

Oluwatoyosi Jide-Jimoh: How I graduated top of my class at LASU

She graduated from the Lagos State University with first class honours in communication and media studies.

Living with Lupus in Lagos: Misturah Owolabi shares her inspiring journey

“ Lupus is not a death sentence, it is a very manageable condition. Do not believe that Lupus is going to hinder you from achieving your goals.”

Lagos-based startup, Midddleman, is bridging trust and logistics gaps in the e-commerce world

Additionally, the co-founder shared that e-commerce companies can now send Yuan/CNY/RMB to their Chinese suppliers through Middleman.
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Three reasons why Lagos House of Assembly rejected Sanwo-Olu’s 17 commissioner-nominees

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A photo combination of Lagos state governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and Speaker of the Lagos House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa.
A photo combination of Lagos state governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and Speaker of the Lagos House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa.

On August 23, the Lagos State House of Assembly confirmed 22 out of the 39 commissioner-nominees in a list forwarded by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu for screening.

With no evidence to substantiate the move, the Assembly’s decision to reject the 17  commissioners-nominees remains shrouded in mystery. 

Ikeja Record looks into three possible reasons that might shed light on the Assembly’s decision.

Geographical Imbalance

An argument of geographical imbalance surfaced at one of the plenaries held at the Assembly for the  commissioner-nominee list sent by Sanwo-Olu. During the plenary, some lawmakers, including the deputy majority leader, Adedamola Kasunmu, raised concerns about the exclusion and underrepresentation of certain local government areas, and constituencies from the list. 

Ikeja Record  gathered that the lawmakers might have also listened to the concerns by some groups in Ikorodu and Mushin who stepped forward with claims of unequal local council representation in the list. Some councils reportedly have a higher number of representatives, while others have a more limited representation. According to the group, one local council has 12 representatives, while more than 10 others only have one each. They point out specific places like Badagry with two representatives, Lagos Mainland with three, and Eti-osa with 12.

Religious Imbalance

The rejection of the 17 commissioner nominees might also be tied to the issue of religious imbalance. Earlier this month, a coalition of religious organizations, comprising more than 30 Islamic groups, had called for a review of the cabinet list, stating that the nominees didn’t fairly represent Muslims in the state. The group, known as The Joint Muslims Forum (JMF), argued that the inclusion of only eight muslims out of the 39 nominees overlooks the significant demographic fact that Muslims make up more than 60% of the population in Lagos and played a pivotal role in shaping the outcome of the governor’s re-election.

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Pending disagreements

Beyond geographical and religious factors, the possibility of pending disagreements can not be ruled out. There have been unresolved disputes and differences since April when the House first raised questions about some appointments made by the governor without legislative screening. Among those  appointments are Hakeem Muri-Okunola, holding the position of head of service, and Muritala Abiodun, serving as the accountant-general.

What next?

It is not yet clear what will happen next. But the constitution maintains that any commissioner or special assistant serving at the cabinet level must be approved by the Assembly. Sanwo-Olu has the option to present new names or approach the House with the rejected ones, but the Assembly, chaired by Speaker Mudashiru Obasa, reserves the right to approve or, as it did last week, say no.

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