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  By Adebayo Taofiq Aribidesi.(PAO LASTMA) In the intricate tapestry of urban mobility management, where discipline, responsiveness and human engagement intersect daily under intense pressure, the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has, in recent times undergone a quiet yet profound transformation. At the nucleus of this renaissance is a deliberate and sustained investment in the training and retraining of personnel an initiative vigorously championed by the incumbent General Manager, Olalekan Bakare-Oki. This renewed emphasis on capacity development is not merely an administrative routine; it is a strategic recalibration of institutional ethos. It reflects an understanding that the effectiveness of any traffic management system is ultimately anchored in the competence, comportment and cognitive preparedness of those entrusted with its execution. Historically, traffic management in a megacity like Lagos has been fraught with multifaceted challenges ranging from infra...

  NOTIFICATION OF OPENING OF APPLICATION FOR RECRUITMENT INTO 91 REGULAR RECRUITS INTAKE FOR TRADES and NON -TRADESMEN and WOMEN  This is to inform the General Public that online application for the Nigerian Army Recruitment Exercise 91 Regular Recruits Intake for Trades/Non-Tradesmen and Women has commenced from 30th March and will close on 17th. May, 2026 for all interested and qualified candidates from Oyo State.  The application form is free and is available online at https:recruitment.army.mil.ng. All applicants will be screened and qualified applicants will be shortlisted to attend the physical screening exercise at the State Recruitment Center, Adekunle Fajuyi Cantonment, Odogbo, Ibadan. Oyo State.  Interested Male and Female indigenes of Oyo State who wish to apply are hereby advised to obtain Oyo State Indigenship Certificate at Room 53, Governor's Office, Secretariat, Ibadan or Liaison Offices at Abuja and Lagos to confirm that they are bonafide candidates ...

   A national leader of the Oodua People’s Congress (OPC), Comrade Adesina Akinpelu, has said the Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland, Iba Gani Adams, cannot single-handedly enhance the security of Yorubaland. Comrade Akinpelu stated this in Ibadan on Monday while reacting to a call by the Alaafin of Oyo, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Akeem Abimbola Owoade I, urging Iba Gani Adams to enhance policing in Yorubaland. Oba Owoade had charged the Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland to commence wide-ranging consultations for local and traditional interventions with traditional rulers, community leaders, and key stakeholders to stem the wave of insecurity in Yorubaland. In a statement by his Director of Culture and Public Relations, Ademola Adeniyi, the Alaafin said the initiative was aimed at establishing practical, community-driven support systems that would complement formal security structures, particularly in intelligence sharing and early warning mechanisms. It will be recalled that gunmen, ...

  By oluwaseyi fadoro  In a political climate often dominated by rhetoric, Hon. Adeseyi Lawal, representing Ikeja Constituency I in the Lagos State House of Assembly, is steadily building a record defined by tangible community impact, strategic empowerment, and inclusive development. At the heart of his legislative and constituency efforts lies a clear priority: creating opportunities for his people. Through deliberate facilitation, several constituents have secured employment across key state agencies, reflecting a commitment to both economic empowerment and equitable representation. Among the beneficiaries are Mr. Taofeek Bankole, Mrs. Omobosola Adetunji, Mr. Olaleye Taiwo Abel, Mrs. Saliu Fausat Olayinka, Mr. Ibrahim Mohammed Tijani, and Mrs. Fadipe Abosede Kafilat through TESCOM. Others include Mrs. Hassan Opeyemi and Olaoye Kofoworola Bolanle through SUBEB, alongside Mrs. Oyelere Morenikeji Bunmi. Additional appointments were secured for Mrs. Baruwa Ifejola Blessing, Mr. ...

  Adron Homes and Properties Limited delivered a commanding performance at the grand finale of the 2026 Ibadan Cultural Festival, firmly establishing its dominance as Nigeria’s leading real estate brand. At the iconic Lekan Salami Stadium, Adamasingba, the company did not just sponsor the event, it took control of the narrative, transforming the cultural celebration into a powerful showcase of brand strength, innovation, and market authority. With the presence of the Olubadan of Ibadanland, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, alongside a distinguished assembly of traditional rulers, high chiefs, and top government dignitaries, Adron Homes leveraged the high-profile platform to reinforce its influence at the intersection of culture, community, and modern development. The royal commendation from the Olubadan, who openly praised the company’s contribution, further cemented Adron’s growing stature as a key driver of cultural and socio-economic advancement. Speaking at the...

  By oluwaseyi fadoro  A member of the Lagos State House of Assembly representing Alimosho Constituency II, Kehinde Joseph, has donated newly built classroom blocks to Abanraje Secondary School in Ikotun and announced his intention to seek a third term in office. The project, commissioned on Saturday, was named in honour of Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu. Joseph, widely known as KJ, said the initiative was aimed at addressing the challenge of limited access to secondary education in parts of the constituency. According to him, students in areas such as Abaranje and Okerube often travel up to nine kilometres to attend school, a situation the new classrooms are expected to ease. He added that the project was inspired by advice from the First Lady to promote inclusive representation and grassroots development. Describing the facility as a legacy project, Joseph said it belongs to the people and future generations, expressing optimism that it would help nurture professionals...