City Updates
Some Lagosians dread rainfall. This is a fact! It would not even be a surprise if some go to the extent of going to the church and mosque to pray earnestly that “this cup pass over them”
Last Tuesday, when the heavens opened up, many who were still enjoying the comfort of their beds were rudely …
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By Olaide Adekunle
One apt adjective which can be used to describe the Lagos-Badagry Expressway is dangerous. The rate at which fatal accidents occur on the road is quite alarming.
The ever busy expressway leads to the country’s border with Benin Republic, but this highway has become the harbinger of grief and tears. The fear of the …
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By Paul Dada
Efforts are being made to ensure a flood-free Lagos State this rain season.
In line with the state government’s policy on flood control, the Emergency Flood Abatement Gang (EFAG), last week evacuated over 5,000 tonnes of silt from secondary drains ahead of the expected heavier rains. In addition, the state government said it has …
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By Paul Dada
If music be the food of love play on— William Shakespeare
The choir of African Bethlehem Cathedral, Lagos Street, Ebute Metta, Lagos, which will be 50 years in August. In fact, it is as old as the church, which is over 100 years.
The choir at the inception had always organised a unique service called …
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One cardinal programmes of the Lagos State government is to ensure the welfare of the populace, including children.
The Special Adviser to the governor on Youth, Sports and Social Development, Dr Dolapo Badru, who was represented by a director in the Social Development Department, Mrs Oluremi Jaiyesinmi, said this while welcoming participants to the one-day training …
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