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LASG Announces 35-Day Rehabilitation of Ozumba Mbadiwe Road, Releases Alternative Routes

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  The Lagos State Government has announced a 35-day rehabilitation project on Ozumba Mbadiwe Road, from the Adetokunbo Ademola/Civic Centre junction to Samuel Manuwa/BJ, beginning Monday, October 19, 2026. The government said alternative routes had been mapped out to ensure a smoother flow of traffic and minimise inconvenience to motorists during the rehabilitation works. As part of the traffic management measures, a contra-flow arrangement will be introduced on the Lagos-bound carriageway between Samuel Manuwa and Adetokunbo Ademola/Civic Centre while work is being carried out on the other lane. The government has also outlined diversion routes for motorists travelling through Bonny Camp, Falomo, Akin Adesola, Eko Hotel and surrounding areas. Bonny Camp/Falomo to Civic Centre and Lekki Motorists travelling from Bonny Camp and Falomo towards Civic Centre and Lekki are advised to use Adeyemo Alakija Street by Muri Okunola Park, connect to Adeola Hopewell Street, proceed through Akin...
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Oyo Govt, Cancer Coalition Intensify Breast Cancer Awareness Among Secondary School Students

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  … Experts advocate early detection, regular breast checks and prompt medical attention The Oyo State Government, through the Ministry of Health, in collaboration with the Oyo State Coalition Against Cancer, has intensified efforts to promote breast cancer awareness among secondary school students as part of activities marking the 2026 Breast Cancer Awareness Month, popularly known as Pink October. The sensitisation programme, held on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at Oba Akinbiyi Model College, Mokola, Ibadan, featured educational lectures, practical demonstrations on breast self-examination and the administration of questionnaires to assess students’ knowledge of breast cancer, its symptoms and prevention. The initiative was designed to equip young people, particularly adolescent girls, with essential information about breast health, the importance of recognising unusual changes and the need to seek prompt medical attention. Dignitaries at the event included the Commissioner for He...
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Toluwanisings’ Death: Adewole Adebayo Blames Nigeria’s Failing Healthcare System

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  …Says Benin Republic Offers Better Medical Facilities and Emergency Services Prince Adewole Adebayo, the 2027 presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), has expressed deep sorrow over the death of popular gospel musician Olayemi Bayonile Bolaji, popularly known as Toluwanisings, blaming Nigeria’s failing healthcare system for the tragedy. Adebayo described Nigeria’s healthcare policy as “worse than poor”, lamenting that systemic failures and inadequate emergency medical services continue to cost the country the lives of promising young citizens. In a statement signed by Comrade Mark Adebayo, Chief Adviser on Media and Communications to the Adebayo-Bugaje Presidential Campaign, the SDP presidential candidate alleged that Nigeria’s healthcare system had become dysfunctional, leaving many citizens vulnerable to preventable deaths. He also claimed that neighbouring Benin Republic had superior medical facilities and emergency response services, noting that many Niger...
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Ejigbadero Unveils 2027 Budget Priorities, Highlights Infrastructure, Healthcare and Empowerment Projects

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  By oluwaseyi fadoro  …Agbado/Oke-Odo LCDA Chairman seeks stakeholders’ input for inclusive development The Executive Chairman of Agbado/Oke-Odo Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Mayor Abiodun Jimoh Isola Ejigbadero, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to grassroots development, improved infrastructure, quality healthcare, education and economic empowerment as the council commenced preparations for its 2027 budget. Ejigbadero made this known on Thursday, October 15, 2026, while delivering his keynote address at the 2027 Budget Stakeholders’ Forum held at Magretta Event Centre, Ekoro Road, Abule-Egba, Lagos. The forum, which brought together political leaders, traditional rulers, religious leaders, community representatives, market associations, persons with disabilities, non-governmental organisations and other stakeholders, provided an opportunity for participants to identify community needs and recommend priority projects for inclusion in the forthcoming bud...
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PUBLIC SERVICE WEEK: Oyo Head of Service Urges Public Servants to Embrace Innovation, Inclusion for Better Service Delivery

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  The Oyo State Head of Service, Dr. Adenike Fasina, mni has urged public servants across the state to embrace innovation, inclusiveness, participation and effective service delivery as strategies for transforming public institutions. She stated this at the 2026 Public Service Week Syndicate Lecture, with the Theme: “Transforming Public Institutions: Advocacy, Innovation, Participation and Inclusion,” held simultaneously at the Local Government Staff Training Hall, Local Government House, Western Hall and House of Chiefs, House of Assembly Complex, Secretariat, Ibadan. She pointed out that the need for public servants to embrace positive change, demonstrate professionalism and uphold the highest standards of integrity and accountability in the discharge of their duties is important in achieving excellence. The number one Civil Servant enjoined  Accounting Officers, Directors, Heads of Departments and Agencies, other public servants to cultivate a culture of continuous learning...
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Adebayo Challenges Tinubu, Other Presidential Aspirants to Debate, Vows to End Poverty in Four Years

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  The presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Prince Adewole Adebayo, has challenged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and other political contenders to participate in open presidential debates, declaring that candidates who avoid public scrutiny have little or nothing to offer Nigerians. Adebayo made the remarks on Tuesday night, October 13, during a live appearance on Talking It Real, a current affairs programme hosted by Adeola Fayehun. He argued that candidates seeking the highest political office in the country must be prepared to defend their policies, demonstrate their understanding of national challenges and present practical solutions to Nigerians. Describing those who avoid debates as “empty upstairs,” the SDP presidential candidate said he was ready to participate in any debate, at any time and under any condition, to explain his plans for the country. “If you are running for the presidency of a nation as complex as Nigeria, you must be ready to lay out yo...
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Oyenike Oyekan Foundation Commemorates World Breast Cancer Month With Free Breast Examination in Ibadan.

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  ..... The month of October is dedicated by WHO to raise awareness about breast cancer - Ekujumi  .... Breast Cancer is hereditary - Fasiku In commemoration of the 2026 world breast cancer month of October as declared by the World Health Organization (WHO), the Oyenike Oyekan Foundation today in the city of Ibadan, organized a breast cancer awareness lecture and free breast examination for girls and women at the Oranyan Primary Health Centre (PHC) Oranyan in Ibadan South East local government council area of Oyo State. The programme which was well attended had in attendance, staffs of Oyenike Oyekan Foundation, medical and health workers, nursing mother's, pregnant women and young girls among several others. The Oyenike Oyekan Foundation foundation managing consultant Nelson Ekujumi welcomed the participants to the event, where he highlighted that "The month of October every year is globally dedicated to raise awareness, advocacy and screening on the breast as it affects the ...
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