Residents of Lagos State on Thursday besieged the various sale centres across the State to buy the much-anticipated LAKE RICE, with vast majority of the people lauding the initiative of government to introduce the commodity at a critical time of the Yuletide season. LAKE RICE, which is locally produced, came into being following a partnership between Lagos State and Kebbi State, […]
Lagos State Government Goes Tough On Child Abuse
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Thursday announced ratification of the first ever Executive Order establishing a Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy in Nigeria, just as he said the Policy was designed as a catalyst for driving awareness and commitment of all stakeholders, including every member of the community towards the protection of children. The […]
The True Happiness Of Lagosians Remains Our Priority
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Wednesday said the guiding principle of his administration since inception has always been the implementation of policies and programmes that would engender true happiness and make life more simpler and comfortable for the people. Governor Ambode, who spoke at a stakeholders’ meeting with religious leaders held at Lagos […]
Address Delivered At The Stakeholders Meeting With Religious Leaders At Lagos House, Ikeja On Wednesday 21st December, 2016
It gives me great pleasure to host our eminent and very revered Religious Leaders. We are thankful to the Almighty who has continued to guide and direct our affairs inspite of the current challenges in the Country. Today is an opportunity for me to say a big thank you to you all, individually and collectively, […]
Lagos And Kebbi States Launch Lake Rice In Lagos House, Alausa, Ikeja
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode and his Kebbi State counterpart, Alhaji Atiku Bagudu on Wednesday launched the much anticipated Lagos-Kebbi Rice christened LAKE RICE, saying that the partnership which culminated into the launch was not only designed to ensure food security but showcase the ability of Nigeria to become a producing nation. Speaking at […]
Christmas Party: Cultivate Good Character Mrs. Bolanle Ambode Tells Children
Wife of the Governor of Lagos State, Mrs. Bolanle Ambode on Tuesday urged children to develop good character and grow up as responsible citizens. She spoke at the Lagos House, Alausa, Ikeja, at a Children’s Party organized by the State Government to mark the end of the year. Mrs. Ambode, who listed the qualities of […]
Lagos State Government Donates N5m To Widows Of Fallen Heroes
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Monday announced a donation of N5million towards the welfare of widows of members of the Nigeria Armed Forces who sacrificed their lives in the line of duty, urging Nigerians and corporate organizations to continue to donate generously towards their welfare. Governor Ambode, who announced the donation at the […]
Remarks Delivered At The Launch Of The Year 2017 Armed Forces Remembrance Emblem Appeal Held
Every year, we all come together, in different parts of the country, to show appreciation for the sacrifice of members of the Nigerian Armed Forces who put their lives on the line to protect the territorial integrity of the nation and keep our country together as one indivisible unit. In the past few years, our […]
Pictures: Major General Ebenezer Babatunde Oyefolu, General Officer Commanding, 81 division Nigerian Army Visits Lagos House, Ikeja
Despite Recession, Lagos State Generated More Revenue In 2016
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Sunday hailed tax payers in the State for performing their civic obligations faithfully, saying the State recorded more Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) in 2016 than what was recorded in 2015 despite economic recession in the country. As at December 16, 2016, the State had raked in N287billion IGR […]