The Lagos State government has announced its preparedness to host what it calls a better, bigger and bolder edition of the popular One Lagos Fiesta across the five divisional zones of the state, starting from the Christmas eve on Saturday December 24. In a press release signed on Thursday by the state’s Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Mr. […]
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 […]
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 […]
Apapa Mob Action: Lagos State Government Condemns Brutal Murder Of LASTMA Officer
The Lagos State Government on Friday condemned in strong terms the mob action that led to the death of an officer of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), Mr. Tajudeen Olatunji Bakare and vowed to bring the perpetrators to book. The Government also denied involvement of LASTMA in an incident which led to the […]
Lagos State Government Will Not Relent In Equipping Security Agencies
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Tuesday said the State Government would continue to take the front seat in ensuring that security agencies in the State especially the Police are well equipped to continue to safeguard the lives and property of Lagosians. The Governor, who spoke at the 10th Town Hall Meeting on Security […]
United States Ambassador To Nigeria, Mr. Stuart Symington, Visits Lagos House, Ikeja
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Thursday advocated the need for strong democratic institutions in Nigeria, saying that such was critical to economic growth and overall development. Governor Ambode, who spoke at Lagos House in Ikeja when he received on courtesy visit the new United States Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr. Stuart Symington, said the […]