Author: Lagos Brief

…Hon Essien Receives Award from Global Women’s Network Hon. Mrs. Omolola Rashidat Essien, Executive Chairman of Lagos Mainland Local Government, was recognised for her outstanding contributions to good governance and grassroots development on July 22, 2024. The Praestantia Global Women Network Ltd/GTE presented her with an Award of Recognition, highlighting her support for the Lagos State Female Student Summit ’24 District IV Education. The prestigious accolade celebrates Hon Essien’s vision and policies, which have significantly improved infrastructure, healthcare, and education at the grassroots level. Under her leadership, Lagos Mainland has seen substantial progress in various sectors, directly impacting the lives…

The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Distinguished Senator George Akume has on 21 July, 2024 approved the appointment of 8 Assistant Corps Marshals (ACM), to the rank of Deputy Corps Marshal (DCM). While 3 of the DCMs are to proceed on immediate retirement, the remaining 5 are to fill up existing vacancies in the South South, South East, South West, North Central, and North West geopolitical zones. The Officers to fill up existing vacancies are; Deputy Corps Marshal Clement Oladele fdc, to represent North Central geopolitical zone, DCM Chidiebere Nkwonta, fwc, represents the South East geopolitical zone while…

As the controversy lingers, human rights lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Ebun-Olu Adegboruwa, has asked the Supreme Court to restrain the Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwoolu, from imposing movement restrictions on Lagosians during the planned monthly environmental sanitation exercise. In a Motion on Notice filed at the registry of the Supreme Court today July 22, 2024, the fiery lawyer is seeking an order of injunction to restrain Sanwoolu and the other respondents from taking steps to restrict his movement and that of other residents of Lagos State, on the last Saturday or any other day of every…

The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has declared its stand on the protest being planned over economic hardship in the country. In a press statement issued on Monday, 22nd July, 2024 by its Executive Director, Professor Ishaq Akintola, the human rights organization said it will not join the planned protest. MURIC said Nigerians should acknowledge various efforts being made by the Federal Government to alleviate the suffering of the masses. It therefore advised the youth to be creative and innovative instead of being docile, complacent and destructive. The full statement reads: “We are aware of preparations being made to protest against…

The Lagos State Government, in line with its commitments to provide free Health Insurance coverage for Pensioners in the State for one year through the EKO Social Health Alliance (EKOSHA), has extended the registration of its Retirees on ILERA EKO for an additional two weeks. The two-week extension which will start on Monday, 22nd July, 2024, will now end on Friday, 2nd August, 2024. The Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Health Management Agency (LASHMA), Dr. Emmanuella Zamba, who disclosed this recently in Alausa, Ikeja, said that the extension became necessary following the huge turnout of Pensioners at the various registration centres…

The Lagos State Government has said it is not imposing parking fees on churches or worshippers for parking on streets around religious institutions, rather it is implementing the Lagos State Parking Policy to mitigate parking-induced traffic congestion across the state. A statement signed by the General Manager, Lagos State Parking Authority (LASPA), Mrs. Adebisi Adelabu said it has become expedient to debunk a recent false social media post regarding the parking charges for churches and worshippers in Lagos State. According to her, the post incorrectly stated that “Lagos State Parking Authority (LASPA) on Saturday announced it will from October 2024…

Tests on diesel samples from Matrix and Total filling stations have revealed alarmingly high levels of sulphur and low flash points compared to that of Dangote. Sulphur content in these samples was recorded at 2,631ppm and 1,829ppm respectively, significantly exceeding the standard limit of 50ppm. Additionally, their flash points were measured at 63°C and 26°C, falling below the required 66°C. In stark contrast, Dangote’s diesel sample showed a sulphur content of only 87.6ppm and a flash point of 96°C, meeting and surpassing industry standards. These findings have also prompted Dangote to invite independent testing to verify the quality of its…

..Offers to Sell Refinery To NNPC If… Aliko Dangote, President of Dangote Group, has hinted at a possible exit from the Dangote Oil Refinery project due to ongoing difficulties. Sources close to the billionaire businessman told www.lagosbrief.com that the multi-billion dollar refinery could be offered to the state-owned Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) Limited or other interested buyers. “I’m open to letting go,” Dangote reportedly stated, suggesting a potential sale to NNPC. “I’m nearing 70, and I don’t need much for my remaining years. Material possessions won’t accompany me beyond this life. My actions are always driven by what benefits…

President Joe Biden is dropping out of the 2024 presidential race, he said Sunday. The 81-year-old commander in chief announced his exit in a letter posted to social media. His decision follows a lackluster debate performance that kicked off a growing number of calls from fellow Democrats to withdraw. Biden also tested positive for COVID-19 this week. “It’s been the greatest honor of my life to serve as your President,” Biden said in the letter. “And while it has been my intention to seek reelection, I believe it is in the best interest of my party and the country for…

Sheikha Mahra, daughter of Dubai’s ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, has shocked the world by announcing her divorce from husband Sheikh Mana on Instagram. The couple married in a lavish ceremony just one year ago and welcomed a daughter two months prior to the unexpected announcement.