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  • Lagos Assembly moves to regulate marriages

    Lagos Assembly moves to regulate marriages

    The Lagos State House of Assembly has proposed a bill to streamline marriage documentation and ensure proper records for marriages and dissolutions across the state.

    During Thursday’s plenary, Speaker Mudashiru Obasa disclosed this at the Second Reading of the Marriage and Dissolutions (Except Marriages under the Marriage Act) (Registration) Bill, 2025.

    Obasa stressed the importance of continually making laws that protect both spouses and children in marriage arrangements.

    He said the bill is titled: ‘A Bill for a Law to Provide for the Registration of Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage (Except Marriage under the Act) in Lagos State and for Other Connected Matters’.

    Obasa then referred the bill to the Committee on Judiciary, Human Rights, Public Petitions and LASIEC for further legislative scrutiny.

    Explaining the bill earlier, Mr Oladipo Ajomale, Chairman, House Committee on Judiciary, said many marriage-related legal issues stem from unclear documentation.

    Ajomale (Oshodi-Isolo II) said: “If passed, this bill will simplify legal procedures related to marriage registration and dissolution in the state.”

    He added that it would assist embassies and foreign missions in verifying marital status during visa applications.

    Ajomale also noted the bill would ensure uniform marriage records across the IBILE division — Ikorodu, Badagry, Ikeja, Lagos Island, and Epe.

    Mr Abiodun Tobun (Epe I) described the bill as a progressive step aligned with modern standards of marriage regulation.

    Tobun noted that the bill would clarify the rights of both husband and wife under customary marriage.

    He said the law empowers partners to enter and exit marriages within the boundaries of legality.

    However, he raised concerns about people who meddle in marriage proceedings and urged the inclusion of penalties for such interference.

    Mr Solomon Bonu (Badagry I) emphasised the need for a proper database, aligning the state with global marriage registration standards.

    Bonu said any dissolution of marriage must be sanctioned by a court to ensure legality and fairness.

    He also suggested penalties for single mothers who exit marriages without legal recourse and husbands who shirk marital duties.

    Mr Moshood Aro (Ikorodu II) remarked that the bill would give clearer legal structure to male responsibilities in marriage.

    Aro also proposed that the law should permit distance marriages through established legal means, including cross-border unions.

    Ms Omolara Olumegbon (Lagos Island I) highlighted the importance of child welfare in marital laws and urged provisions for full child support.

    She said this was especially needed in broken marriages to ensure minors are properly cared for under the law.

  • Lagos Assembly reviews new tenancy bill

    Lagos Assembly reviews new tenancy bill

    The Lagos State House of Assembly has moved to improve landlord-tenant relations as the state’s Tenancy Bill passed the second reading stage on Thursday.

    During plenary, Speaker Mudashiru Obasa said the bill aimed to redefine the legal framework for tenancy agreements, rights, responsibilities, and eviction processes in Lagos.

    The bill is titled: ‘A Bill for a Law to Regulate the Relationship between Landlords and Tenants in Lagos State.’

    Obasa said the bill covers procedures for recovering premises and related matters across the state.

    If passed, the law would ensure that landlords, tenants, and agents fully understand their rights and responsibilities.

    Obasa urged members to consider tenants who depend on end-of-year bonuses and annual leave allowances to pay rent.

    He also highlighted the soaring cost of building materials and how landlords rely on rental income.

    Obasa stressed the government must reassess its housing promises and ensure they are fulfilled.

    After deliberation, the Speaker referred the bill to the House Committee on Housing for further review. The committee is to report back in three weeks.

    Mr Sa’ad Olumoh (Ajeromi-Ifelodun I) described the legislation as crucial, saying it aims to bring order to tenancy matters.

    He said the bill promotes harmony by clearly defining rent structures — annual or monthly — and eviction notice procedures.

    Olumoh added that the bill specifies roles for landlords, tenants, and agents, ensuring everyone understands their responsibilities.

    He said it also offers legal clarity to guide courts in resolving tenancy-related disputes fairly and promptly.

    Describing the bill as timely and people-centred, Mr Aro Moshood (Ikorodu II) called for an enforcement body within the law.

    He said such a body would check landlords who impose arbitrary rents beyond legal limits.

    According to him, the bill would relieve tenants and help them plan finances without unnecessary strain.

    Mr Stephen Ogundipe (Oshodi-Isolo I) commended the bill for its inclusive and all-encompassing nature.

    He said it covers everything from agent conduct to rent agreements and dispute resolution processes.

    Mr Femi Saheed (Kosofe II) described the bill as a welcome development that outlines landlord rights on levies like tenement rates and land use charges.

    He said the bill also affirms tenants’ rights and the courts’ authority over tenancy disputes.

    “This law is long overdue and will modernise housing relationships in Lagos,” he said.

    Mr Ajayi Oladele (Ibeju-Lekki II) said the bill will reduce conflicts often caused by estate agents.

    “For the first time, everyone will understand their legal standing clearly,” he stated.

    Ms Omolara Olumegbon (Lagos-Island I) praised the bill for promoting fairness and addressing rent timelines — monthly or yearly — and how they relate to eviction processes.

  • Lagos LG election: Police issue warning as LASIEC opens up on preparations

    Lagos LG election: Police issue warning as LASIEC opens up on preparations

    The Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission(LASIEC)  says it is fully prepared to  conduct a peaceful, fair and transparent Local Government election in the state on Saturday.

    LASIEC Chairman,Retired Justice Bola Okikiolu-Ighile, said this  while briefing  newsmen on the commission’s preparations on Thursday in Lagos.

    She said the LASIEC was not taking anything for granted as it  had  put everything humanly possible in place to ensure a successful election.

    “The commission is leaving no stone unturned to ensure a successful, free, fair and credible election that is devoid of violence, intimidation, or harassment.

    “We count on you for an unbiased and balance reportage of the exercise. My appeal to all the contestants is to uphold democratic values and conduct themselves with decorum, maturity, and respect for the rule of law.

    “The commission remains non-partisan and will not condone any form of electoral malpractice or violence,” she said.

    Okikiolu-Ighile urged eligible residents to participate actively in the process ,advising voters to choose candidates according to their conscience and not sell their votes.

    “To the electorate, I say this: Your vote is your voice. Come out on Saturday and cast your vote peacefully and confidently.

    “Your participation strengthens our democracy and determines the quality of leadership at the grassroots.

    “LASIEC is fully prepared for this election. Every necessary measure has been taken to guarantee the integrity of the process, Okikiolu-Ighile said

    Regarding accreditation of voters, Okikiolu-Ighile said that LASIEC would not use the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) during the election.

    She said,instead, an alternative electronic device would be used for seamless  accreditation.

    Okikiolu-Ighile said, “We have worked with a device using telephone to get voters accredited for the election.

    “It works anywhere and does the same work with Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS).”

    According to her, the polls will hold in the 20 Local Governments (LGs) and 37 Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs) of the state.

    Giving further details on the polls, she said that out  of the 19 registered political parties in Nigeria, only 15 political parties would participate in the election.

    “57 Chairmanship positions are being contested for as well as 57 Vice Chairmanship positions. Also, 376 Councillorship positions  are to be contested for

    “The election will be held in all the 13,325 Polling Units across the state. The total number of registered voters stands at 7,060,195,” she said.

    According to her, the number of PVCs collected is 6, 214, 970 while the number of PVCs uncollected is 845,225.

    The chairman noted that the development that leads to any free, fair and credible election starts with the promotion of public confidence and trust in the process.

    To ensure a credible election, she said the commission had engaged political parties, civil society organisations, security agencies, the media,  youths, persons with disabilities and other key stakeholders through consultations, meetings, and advocacy visits, to promote inclusivity and transparency.

    According to her, the commission has ensured strict adherence to the election’s  guidelines,

    On voter apathy Okikiolu-Ighile, said that the commission had taken steps to promote voter turn out  through several stakeholders sensitisation programmes in all the five divisions of the state,in partnership  with relevant stakeholders.

    She said that the commission adopted different strategies of voter education and media sensitisation, motorised campaign, outdoor advertising and branding, to reach out to the voting public.

    “For transparent purposes, the recruitment of ad-hoc staff was conducted online through our user-friendly website.

    “Those who met the rigorous process of selection have just completed their training and are ready for deployment,” she said

    According to her, as part of LASIEC preparations for the election, non-sensitive materials have already been deployed.

    She added that the distribution of sensitive materials to all the LGs and LCDAs would be done on the eve of the election day in the presence of security agencies and political party agents to ensure security and transparency.

    On security, Okikiolu-Ighile said that security of lives and properties, as well as the safety of materials before, during and after the elections, remained fundamental and was being given topmost priority.

    She assured the voting public  of adequate security beyond the exercise.

    “Members of the Nigeria Police, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, shall be the first responders, while the joint Military patrol – OP MESSA shall equally be on standby,” she said

    On collation of results, Okikiolu-Ighile said that councillorship results would be collated at the ward collation centres while the chairmanship results would be collated at the local government collation centres.

    LG Poll: Lagos CP reassures residents of safety, warns trouble makers

    Meanwhile, the Commissioner of Police (CP), Lagos Command, Mr Olohundare Jimoh has reversed the restriction of movement to between 6 am and 3pm ahead of the July 12, 2025, local government elections in the state.

    Jimoh, who reversed the time in a news conference Police Officers’ Mess, Ikeja on Thursday, said the restriction of vehicular movement, which was initially from 3:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., had been reduced to 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Saturday.

    “We have adjusted the restriction based on the needs of people facing extreme medical emergencies and other urgent situations.

    “We also took into consideration the concerns of many citizens and foreign nationals who are affected by travel plans and need to leave the country.

    “We want to inform those coming from other parts of Nigeria and from outside the country that the restriction has now been relaxed,” he said.

    Jimoh, however,  warned troublemakers might want to foment trouble and cause a breach of peace during the elections to stay away or be ready to face the full weight of the law.

    “The police will not spare anyone obstructing the electoral process. We are going to promptly apprehend the individual, investigate and we are going to prosecute them.

    “We appeal to parents, guardians, opinion leaders and religious leaders to prevail on their children to be law-abiding and not to engage in any acts that can cause disturbance of the process anywhere throughout the state,” he said.

    The police chief urged eligible voters to turn out en masse to exercise their franchise, assuring that security agencies are providing adequate protection for the entire electoral process.

    “The election is taking place in 20 local government areas and 37 local council development areas.

    “We are going to ensure proper protection throughout the 13,325 polling units that are spread across the three senatorial districts of the state.

    “We will secure equipment, electoral materials, such as forms, resource sheets, that are being utilised for the process.

    “Those who are accredited by the Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission to be part of this electoral process will be protected. People who are in their homes, on the streets will be protected also, ” he said.

    The commissioner said the security agencies, working jointly, were fully committed to peaceful, fair and credible elections.

    “All the agency led by Nigerian police force in terms of election security, including the military and other security and safety agency are all working on the same page.

    “Our deployment for the election has been completed and police personnel have started moving to the location for which they are assigned.

    “We will ensure strict compliance and enforcement of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, the Electoral Act, the Police Act 2020, the Criminal Code, the Penal Code, and Parliament against passing prohibition and other recourse laws.

    He said that the command had met with the 15 political parties participating in the election and other stakeholders.

    According to him, the command flagged up “Show of Force” exercise on Thursday and it will continue on Friday.

    “The exercise is to send message to the public, to build the confidence of the electorate to be able to come out boldly to come and cast their votes on Saturday,

    “At the same time sending strong messages to who will be criminal or people who have planned to perpetrate evil or cause destruction of the process to know that we are ready for them, ” he said

    According to him, the command will ensure that all officers conform with the electoral act in their behaviours and in their conduct during and after the election.

  • Lagos govt to demolish buildings in Lekki

    Lagos govt to demolish buildings in Lekki

    The Lagos State Government (LASG) has said it will demolish some buildings around the Lekki area of the state over encroachment on the Right of Way (ROA).

    The Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Mr Tokunbo Wahab, said this while speaking with journalists after an inspection tour on some projects around the Lekki environs on Thursday in Lagos.

    Wahab also appealed to residents to always be patient during flash flooding during the rains. The commissioner visited the Oral Estate and Purple Mall, among others, all in the Lekki axis.

    “We were at Oral estate some few weeks ago, and then we asked those families to take time so we can review.

    “So, we came back after the review and then to see what we have to do to remove those contraventions and have a win-win with the citizens staying there.

    “We have to remove some contraventions on the ROA of the Ikota River because the river is the only channel that supports the Atlantic.

    “God forbid, if anything happens on the other Lagos Atlantic, the only way you can save the whole Island, including this place, is through the Ikota River,” he said.

    Wahab, who said the ROA had been badly encroached upon by a lot of developments, added that they had to re-establish the ROA of the river.

    “Their system 156, 157, 44 and 44A, even 46, they all discharged to the Ikota River. So now they have narrowed it down at those points, and you all saw it yourself. They were building on the bank of the Ikota River.

    “So, we have to just re-establish the ROA for the Ikota River, and then they have to also install the sheet piles. The sheet piles is to ensure that they won’t go beyond it in future,” he said.

    Sheet piles are long, thin, interlocking structural sections driven into the ground to create a continuous wall for retaining soil or water.

    They are used in both temporary and permanent structures for various applications, including retaining walls, cofferdams, and waterfront structures.

    He added that the sheet piles were a way of pushing them back, sanctioning them, removing what they need to remove, and then mitigating the impact on the ROA of the Ikota River.

    “They have to install the sheet piles at their own cost. By Monday, we want to see their commitment to install the sheet piles, which should not take them more than seven days.

    “Once those commitments are not there, we do what we have to do, but we have to remove it. It is obvious to even them,” he said.

    On the number of houses that would be removed,  the commissioner said the figure would be determined in the coming week.

    “We will know by next week, but houses have to be removed on the ROA of the Ikota River,” he said.

    On flash floods in some parts of the state, the commissioner appealed to residents to be patient when they experience these floods.

    “When it rains heavily, I tell people every time there’s a lock-up, lock-up is basically telling you that storm water or rain water can’t discharge to the natural outlet, which is the lagoon or the Atlantic.

    “So, when you have that for a few hours, the water level is high, there will be flash flooding. The next morning, if you go to those areas, you won’t see the water anymore.

    “It must have receded, and that’s what happened. So, it’s about nature and science,” Wahab said.

    He appealed to residents to be patient, saying that the floods would disappear after one or two hours.

    “The appeal is let us be patient. If you have no emergency, you can still stay where you are. After one or two hours, the water body will leave the road or the space for you,” he said.

  • Lagos names largest healthcare centre after First Lady

    Lagos names largest healthcare centre after First Lady

    The Lagos Government has named a 105-bedded Primary Healthcare Centre, the largest in Nigeria in both size and equipment, after the First Lady, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu.

    Princess Samiat Bada, Executive Chairman of Ikosi Isheri Local Council Development Authority (LCDA) announced this on Wednesday at the inauguration of the healthcare center in Ikosi Isheri, Lagos state.

    The event was attended by the Wife of the Vice President, Hajia Nana Shettima, who represented the first lady and Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu.

    Bada said that the healthcare facility is a full scale medical institution that houses over 25 specialised units.

    “It has a mini theatre with precision equipment, radiology room with automated ECG system, fully equipped ICU and international standards wards, among others,” she said.

    Bada said said the facility was named after Mrs Tinubu to immortalise her excellence, intelligent and impactful leadership.

    Sanwo-Olu on his part, commended the chairman for her commitment towards various projects in the development of the LCDA.

    The governor said he was happy and proud to be identified with the giant stride of the LCDA Chairman..

    “We are happy that this development, which is in line with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, is happening at the third tier of government, especially in our LCDA.

    “This is not a small edifice, this is for the betterment of the citizens, particularly the indigent and vulnerable,” ‘he said.

    Sanwo-Olu called on the State Ministry of Health and other relevant health agencies to render support in the efficient and effective management of the facility.

    Inaugurating the healthcare centre, the first Lady said the project aligned with the Renewed Hope Agenda of Tinubu, to improve health and well-being of every Nigerian, especially women and children and also as a right for every citizen and not as a privilege

    “I am informed that this primary healthcare centre features a 105 bedded facility with over 25 specialised units with modern equipment, dedicated family health unit and a fully functional theatre and emergency responses system.

    “It is a beacon of hope for mothers, children, the elderly and vulnerable in our society.

    “I urged all stakeholders especially health workers and community leaders to take ownership of this laudable Initiative,”she said.

    The first lady commended the chairman of the LCDA for investing in the health development of the people, stressing that she had demonstrated impactful leadership

    Mrs Tinubu also inaugurated a 30-bed PHC at Ikoyi-Obalende Local Council Development Area of Lagos State.

    First Lady inaugurates 30-bed PHC in Ikoyi-Obalende

    First Lady, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu , on Wednesday inaugurated a 30-bed Primary Health Centre at Ikoyi-Obalende Local Council Development Area of Lagos State.

    The ultra-modern health facility was built  by the LCDA.

    Inaugurating the facility ,Tinubu, represented by  the wife of the Vice President, Hajia Nana Shetima, commended the council for the project, saying it would boost access to healthcare in the area.

    She said the project aligned with the present administration’s agenda, which prioritises affordable healthcare for all Nigerians.

    “This project aligns with the Renewed Hope  Agenda of His Excellency, President Bola Tinubu, which prioritises the health and well-being of all Nigerians, especially women and children.

    “I commend the Executive Chairman, Mr Fuad Lawal, for his commitment to grassroots development. This PHC stands as a testament to what responsive and people-centered governance should be.

    “This project is not only about the present,but also the future,”she said.

    Tinubu also thanked the council for honouring her by naming the facility after her.

    She urged members of the community to take ownership of the project to ensure it serves its purpose.

    “I urge  health workers, community leaders and residents of this community to take ownership of this centre.Also ,I  thank the chairman for naming it in my honour,” she said.

    Speaking , Mrs  Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, wife of Lagos governor, also thanked the council chairman for the project.

    “Today we are witnessing the dividends of the Strategic Local Government Autonomy Policy, formally introduced by His Excellency President Tinubu which is a significant turning point in Nigeria’s democratic evolution.

    “Lagos State whole heartedly embraces this policy, and we commend the  insightful leadership of Ikoyi-Obalende LCDA.

    “The transformative and sustainable initiatives of the council  have significantly improved the quality of life of residents of the community,” she said.

    She also commended the council chairman for his strides in  infrastructure development, economic empowerment, job creation and  social welfare .

    According to her ,the council chairman has significantly transformed the  LCDA to a more vibrant and developed  community.

    Speaking, Lawal said the facility was one of the impactful projects delivered since he assumed office in 2017.

    “The PHC will serve the entire community by providing prompt medical attention.

    The bold economic reforms of President Tinubu such as removal of fuel subsidy and granting of  local government autonomy greatly helped to deliver this project.

    “We believe that true governance is realistic and possible and I know that my successor will not start from the scratch, but consolidate on all the things we have put in place for our people” he said.

  • Police announce restriction of movement in Lagos

    Police announce restriction of movement in Lagos

    The Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Mr Olohundare Jimoh, has ordered massive deployment of personnel across the state ahead of the Local Government (LG) elections on Saturday.

    Jimoh disclosed this in a statement signed by the command’s spokesperson, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, in Lagos on Wednesday.

    He said the deployment was to ensure a hitch-free exercise. The commissioner also announced restrictions on vehicular movements between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.

    “Elaborate security arrangements and comprehensive security measures have been put in place to ensure security, safety, and peaceful and orderly conduct of the LG elections.

    ‘The command with other security and safety agencies is working together under the Inter-Agency Consultative Committee on Election Security (ICCES).

    “The restriction of vehicular movements will apply to all roads and waterways within the state jurisdiction,” he said.

    He added that police escorts and armed security aides were strictly prohibited from accompanying their principals to polling units or collation centres. The measure was to prevent any undue influence or intimidation during the election.

    “Police escorts, covered number plates, and the use of sirens at or in the vicinity of polling units and collation centres are prohibited,” he said.

    CP Jimoh said that only vehicles designated for essential services, such as ambulances, fire trucks, and patrol vehicles operated by security agencies in the ICCES, would be permitted to operate during the restriction period.

    “All other vehicles, including those belonging to any quasi-security outfit and state security agencies, are barred from movement, as no state-owned security agency is authorised to participate in the election security operations, in line with the electoral act.

    “The movement restriction will not apply to essential services such as those on medical emergencies and other emergency responders and their workers, the duly accredited officials of the LASIEC and accredited election observers and media practitioners on election coverage accredited by LASIEC.

    “These categories of groups and individuals are permitted to carry out their lawful duties during the election period, provided they adhere to all the relevant guidelines and regulations in the electoral act,” the commissioner said.

    He said that all the security agencies personnel and other stakeholders, including the media and election observers accredited by LASEIC for the election, would have and wear their identification tags certified by LASEIC throughout the period of the election.

    “No one without the identification tag will be allowed to take part in the election. Anyone arrested without an identification tag will be investigated and prosecuted in line with the Electoral Act, “he said.

  • LASG approves 2nd phase entrance examination into Model Colleges

    LASG approves 2nd phase entrance examination into Model Colleges

    The Lagos State Government, through the Lagos State Examinations Board, has approved the second phase of Year 2025 Entrance Examination (Screening Test) into the State’s 16 Model Colleges.

    It also upgraded the Junior Secondary Schools in the state.

    This is contained in a statement by the Director, Lagos State Examinations Board, Mr Orunsolu Adebayo made available to newsmen on Wednesday in Lagos.

    Adebayo said the approval followed the avalanche of requests by parents of the students and was aimed at providing another opportunity for eligible primary six pupils.

    He said the examination is a criterion for admission into the state’s 16 Model Colleges adding that the state also upgraded its junior secondary schools.

    “We had most of the parents, guardians and schools come to the Lagos State Examinations Board asking if there was a way they could still write the examination.

    “This is the major reason for the second phase,” he said.

    Adebayo said that the Vetland Junior Grammar School, Ifako-Ijaiye is not part of the school for the examination.

    He said that the registration for the examination which began May 9 would be concluded on August 15.

    “The screening test has been scheduled to be held on Aug. 23 at designated Computer Based Test (CBT) Centres across the state, in line with the state’s ongoing commitment to improving digital literacy and innovation in assessment processes.

    “All eligible candidates are enjoined to visit the Board’s official portal via the link: https://examsboard.lagosstate.gov.ng and complete necessary registration for the examination.

    “Upon successful registration, candidates are to log in using their USERNAME and PASSWORD to print their examination slips, which contain their details,” he said.

    The director reiterated that the screening test remains the sole criterion for placement into any of the state’s model colleges and upgraded junior secondary schools and strictly for primary six pupils.

    He, therefore, solicited the cooperation and understanding of parents, guardians, school administrators and stakeholders, to ensure a hitch free conduct of the second phase examination exercise.

  • NAFDAC uncovers fake chemicals, expired food flavours worth N1bn

    NAFDAC uncovers fake chemicals, expired food flavours worth N1bn

    The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), has uncovered an illegal operation involving fake chemicals, expired food flavours, fertilisers, and repackaged raw materials in Lagos.

    A statement by NAFDAC  on Tuesday in Lagos said the operatives  bust the illegal operation at the Alapere area of Ketu, which led to the arrest of three suspects and the sealing of three warehouses.

    According to the statement, the operatives were led by the agency’s Director of Investigation and Enforcement, Dr. Martins Iluyomade.

    The raid was carried out following credible intelligence about a criminal network endangering public health.

    “This is one of the campaigns our agency is carrying out to protect the health of Nigerians.

    “We received information that some individuals were pretending to run a legitimate business, but in reality, they were engagingo in serious criminal activities that put people’s lives at risk.

    “As an agency set up by law to stop such crimes, we stepped in to make sure those involved are brought to justice. The main offence here is the sale of expired chemicals,” Iluyomade said.

    He said that chemicals are known as raw materials, with some being precursors used to make other chemicals, while others go directly into the production of goods people consume.

    “If an expired chemical is used, it is impossible to get a safe or effective final product, making it a serious health risk,” Iluyomade was quoted as saying.

    It further said that dangerous chemicals that pose serious security threat and  are expected to be handled only by government agencies or licensed end users were discovered.

    The statement said  that some of the expired food addictives found at the location were from a registered company that was licenced to import the product, noting that the company will be investigated

    “Fertilisers among the items were found, these items required clearance from the National Security Adviser before anyone can distribute them. Yet, someone has been stocking and selling them freely.

    “Another major concern is the expired food-grade products we found and the disturbing part is that they came from a registered company in Nigeria. That company has the legal right to import them.

    “The expired batch ended up with a third party who is not a manufacturer and this raises serious questions about how some multinationals are operating in this country,” the statement said.

    It also said that the three warehouses belonging in the same location were sealed while the total value of the fake and expired items seized was not less than N1billion.

    The Director of Chemical Evaluation and Control, Dr leonard Omokpariola in the statement  said it was unfortunate that some of the items found at the three warehouse were strictly controlled  items not expected to be in the possession of an individual.

    Omokpariola urged companies to always follow NAFDAC guidelines on how to handle such items.

  • Police detain suspected thief in Lagos

    Police detain suspected thief in Lagos

    The Rapid Response Squad (RRS) of the Police Command in Lagos State has detained a 47-year-old man who allegedly specialises in stealing goods from trucks transporting consignments out of Lagos.

    RRS confirmed this in a post shared on its X handle @rrsLagos767 on Tuesday.

    The agency stated that the suspect was apprehended at about 2:00 a.m. on Saturday, while loading stolen goods from a loaded truck in the Costain area of the state.

    “The suspect’s apprehension followed sustained efforts to bust the activities of the gang stealing goods from loaded trucks transiting out of Apapa and Lagos.

    “Preliminary investigations revealed that the suspect and his gang steal goods from trucks transiting out of Lagos while on transit at night.

    “They would load the stolen goods into another vehicle without the knowledge of the truck driver, ” it stated.

    It said that a Sienna car with stolen items, including 10 cartons of Top Cafe 3-in-1 coffee, seven pieces of stethoscope (Littlman Classic II brand), doctors’ manuals, medical textbooks, and two pouches of theater kits were recovered from the suspect.

    The agency said that the suspect’s accomplice bolted when he spotted the police.

    It stated that its commander, CSP Shola Jejeloye, had directed that the suspect be charged to court while efforts were in progress to apprehend the fleeing accomplices.

  • Lagos govt issues strong warning to estate residents

    Lagos govt issues strong warning to estate residents

    The Lagos State Government has cautioned residents of its housing estates  against violating rules and regulations guiding their communities.

    The Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Ministry of Housing, Mr Abdulhafis Toriola, cautioned the residents  during a meeting with representatives of the Oba Adeyinka Oyekan Housing Estate Residents Association.

    This is contained in a statement by the ministry’s Assistant Director, Public Affairs, Mr Adesile Rufai, on Monday.

    He was represented at the meeting by the Director of Legal Services in the ministry, Mr Bukade Idowu-Koya.

    Toriola urged the residents to obey  guidelines stated in their respective letters of allocation, memoranda of understanding and deed of sub-lease.

    According to him, obeying the guidelines is a civic duty of all the residents.

    He emphasised that following the rules was important for proper development, safety and environmental protection.

    He said that compliance with the rules and regulations would also support the government’s THEMES Plus Agenda of making Lagos a 21st-Century economy with good governance and sustainable infrastructure.

    Toriola said the government would continue to promote eco-friendly policies which would make housing estates to last long and remain in good condition.

    He assured the estate representatives that the ministry’s technical and monitoring teams would visit the Oba Adeyinka Oyekan Estate for a joint inspection.

    He said that the future of the estate depended on residents’ willingness to follow the rules.

    The Assistant Head of the ministry’s Monitoring and Compliance Unit, Mrs Rasidat Ogunlaja, listed common violations in some housing estates to include repainting houses without approval and non-payment of service charges.

    Ogunlaja also listed the violations to include building illegal structures, turning homes into shops or offices, causing environmental problems, and subletting units without permission.

    She added that the government  had zero tolerance for such actions, especially  misuse of open spaces or setbacks meant for other purposes.

    Ogunlaja advised  the residents, who might have altered their buildings or used  spaces in ways not approved, to visit the ministry’s office at Alausa, Ikeja, for regularisation and necessary approvals.