On Thursday, as we celebrated the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross, somehow my mind was transfixed on Philip Shuaibu Edo State Deputy Governor and his travails. Who will save him from a self inflicted conundrum? For weeks, we’ve watched the unfolding roforofo fight and muzzle flexing between Shub and his white close ally and boss Governor Godwin ... Read More »
Author Archives: seun
SANWO-OLU CONGRATULATES HIS DEPUTY, OBAFEMI HAMZAT AT 59
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has congratulated his deputy, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, who clocked the age of 59 years today. Governor Sanwo-Olu in a congratulatory message issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Gboyega Akosile, on Tuesday, praised Dr. Hamzat for being a trustworthy partner in the Greater Lagos agenda of the incumbent administration. The Governor said his deputy ... Read More »
Ladoja’s Court Case halts Olubadan Advisory Council’s Meeting
…It’s not personal matter- Ladoja Members of the Olubadan Advisory Council has insisted that they would not sit for a meeting with one of them, Otun Olubadan and the former governor of the state for taking them to court over elevation to Obas. This decision by the members of the Advisory Council who were elevated as Obas and Royal Majesties ... Read More »
SANWO-OLU INVITES DSS TO JOIN PROBE OF MOHBAD’s DEATH
The Lagos State Government has noted the developments that have followed the death of music star Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba (aka MohBad). The Government commiserates with his family and fans. We feel the pains of losing such a talented and promising young man, who made a name for himself in a highly competitive industry. May The Almighty grant his soul rest ... Read More »
“A Grateful Departure: Muri-Okunola’s Impact on Lagos State Government”
My dear colleagues in the Lagos State Public Service. It is with a mixed heart that I inform you that my civil service career comes to an end on the 29th Of September. I informed Mr Governor of my voluntary retirement from the Lagos State Civil Service after nearly five years of being your Head Of Service. I am grateful ... Read More »
NPF WARNS AGAINST NAME-DROPPING, IMPERSONATION, OTHER UNLAWFUL ACTIVITIES
The Nigeria Police Force is deeply concerned about recent reports concerning the activities of certain individuals who are operating as middlemen, acting as negotiators on behalf of individuals involved in criminal activities currently in Police custody. These individuals have been exploiting the names of high-ranking Police officers, including that of the Inspector-General of Police, to intimidate and coerce others. We ... Read More »
Ogun govt restricts movement in Sagamu
Following recent clashes among rival cult groups in Sagamu, the Ogun State government has announced restriction of movement from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. The government, therefore, urged residents of the town to abide by the restriction order pending the time the security of the area will improve, as police and other security agencies are on top of the situation ... Read More »
Lagos Police parade killer of Senator Yayi’s aide
The Lagos State Police Command has paraded three male suspects in the robbery and murder of Adeniyi Sanni, an aide to Ogun West Senator, Solomon Adeola also known as Yayi. The arrested suspects are: Fred Azeez Okuno, 43-year-old Lagosian, Lucky Idudu Michael, 33-year-old from Delta State, and Adedigba Segun, 26-year-old from Ibadan, the Oyo state capital. The State’s Commissioner of ... Read More »
Abiodun Reads Riots Act, Ordered Crack Down On Cultists In Sagamu
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has directed security agencies in the State to rid Sagamu and its environs of the menace of cultists and cult-related activities in the State. The directive came in the wake of renewed clashes among rival cult gangs in the town at the weekend, raising tension and panic among residents of the town. Meanwhile, security ... Read More »
13 man panel to investigate Death of Mohbad
The Lagos State Police Command has inaugurated a 13-man special investigation team to probe the mysterious death of Nigerian singer, Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad. “Do not forget, we have unique access with INTERPOL. Everybody linked to it (the death of Mohbad) will be identified and they will be brought to establish their level of involvement,” Lagos State Commissioner, ... Read More »