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Help has come the way of victims of the June 23, 2023 flood, which occurred at the TradeMore Estate, Lugbe Abuja, through the Renewed Hope Initiative of the Office of the First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, CON, OON.  In her remarks at the brief event, the First Lady, through her representative, wife of the Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, HE Hajia Nana Kashim Shettima, sympathized with tje victims over the unfortunate incident. While saying that there is no assurance that such an incident would not reoccur, since the rains are not yet over, she stated that the outreach and intervention of the RHI will go a long way in reducing their pains. These were contained in a release signed by the Special Adviser on Media to the First Lady, Mrs. Busola Kukoyi. The First Lady said that though the initiative is still in the process of registration by the CAC, she could not turn the other eye under the present circumstances of the TradeMore E...

Dipo Daramola, just like the stone that was rejected by the builder but later became the cornerstone, had a very humble background but later advanced in life to be a light to his generation. Daramola is a relatively new name among the youth in Lagos, where he has gained popularity and earned the nickname “Dipo of Lagos.” He is the founder of DARAMSWORTH SERVICES, a service technology mobility company in Northern Europe (Finland) that provides high-tech mobility services for the urban population. The company’s focus is on providing innovative solutions to transportation problems, with a view towards making urban living more sustainable. Daramola’s vision for the company is to provide services that are both efficient and environmentally friendly, and he has been successful in achieving this goal. His work in the technology sector has been recognized by many, and he is considered a thought leader in the field. In addition to his work in the technology sector, Daramola is also a senior Adv...

The Lagos State House of Assembly on Tuesday held its first plenary since its inauguration with a call on the National Assembly to commence actions that would lead to the establishment of state police. The House also called on Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu to urgently equip the Neighbourhood Safety Corps of the State so that its personnel could effectively perform the task of community policing. These actions, Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, said, would stem the increasing spate of insecurity in the country. Dr. Obasa noted with concern, recent attacks on communities in some states of the federation with many citizens losing their lives and belongings. Recalling some of the latest attacks, the Speaker said he read about the killing of some residents in Plateau State. He also noted the abduction of the Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ekiti State, Mr. Paul Omotoso. Obasa said though the Lagos Assembly had consistently clamoured for the establishment of st...

Prophet Godwin Ikuru, the General Overseer of Foundation of Jehovah High Salvation Ministry, Akowonjo, Lagos State has condemned the every Monday sit-at-home called by the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) in the South East, saying that the issue is a demonic affliction in Igboland and that it now requires spiritual warfare for peace to reign in the land. Ikuru, who predicted victory for President Bola Tinubu long before the 2023 presidential election was held, urged the Igbos to cooperate with the current government, adding that the emergence of Tinubu as the new Chairman of the Economic Community of West Africa (ECOWAS) is a good development for the country. The respected cleric then called on President Tinubu to call a unity conference, and urged the South Easterners to put the elections behind them and see the whole thing as the work of God. Speaking further on the Monday sit-at-home directive in the South East over the continued detention of the leader of IPOB, Mazi Nn...

We should foster collaborations between the government, private sector, and relevant industry stakeholders to jointly promote and develop Nigeria’s tourism industry. Also, we have to seek partnerships with international organisations and institutions to exchange knowledge, expertise, and investments in the creative sectors. We are on the upswing of the emergence of a greater Nigeria, and for this collaborative effort, I dare to say that tourism is a business. We must grow the Nigerian tourism industry using traditional, cultural, and creative assets with technology. We must strive to implement several policies and methods to achieve this goal. Developing Crucial Infrastructure Improve transportation infrastructure, including airports, roads, and public transportation, to facilitate easier access for tourists. Enhance and expand existing accommodation options, such as hotels, resorts, and guesthouses, to cater to the growing number of tourists. Promoting Film Tourism We can establish fi...

The Lagos Police Command has arrested a businessman, Amarah Kennedy, accused of leaking the nude photos of women he was romantically involved with, for questioning on the allegations. As gathered, the suspect was arrested and taken into custody by the Gender Unit of the Police Headquarters in Lagos, where he was expected to disclose reasons for leaking the nude photos. It was learnt that Kennedy, who was apprehended a team deployed cby the Commend on Friday, would be arraigned before court immediately to allow proper prosecution. The Spokespersons, Lagos Police Command, Benjamin Hundeyin, disclosed this on Friday after releasing picture of the suspect in police custody. Hundeyin added that the suspect was already been interrogated for by the command to ascertain what transpired before and after his ex-lovers pictures were released online. According to the police source close to the investigation, Kennedy dated multiple single women whose nude photos he obtained and used to extort money...

Picture Caption:   National Secretary, RHI, HE Chief Barr Chioma Uzodinma, APC National Woman Leader, Dr Beta Edu, Wife of the VP and Vice Chairman RHI, HE Hajia Nana Shettima, First Lady FRN and National Chairman RHI, HE Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, wife of the Senate President and member RHI, HE Ekaette Unoma Akpabio, Wife of the COS to the President and member RHI, HE Salamatu Gbajabiamila and HE Prof. Hafsat Ganduje,  member RHI at the 2nd meeting of the Governing Board of Renewed Hope Initiative, a pet project of the First Lady of Nigeria.     The First Lady of the Federation, Her Excellency Senator Oluremi Tinubu OON, CON has assured Nigerians that the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI) of her office will bring succor and indeed relief to families in the country when it fully commences.   The First Lady who is also the National Chairman of the Renewed Hope Initiative, stated this after the second meeting of the Governing Board of the initiative held at her office at th...