CSRWATCHCONCEPT

Ogun Cracks Down on Criminals, Lights Up Sagamu Interchange, Clears Shanties As part of efforts to make the Sagamu Interchange and its environs a no-go area for criminals, the Ogun State Government has provided illumination at the under-bridge area along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway and subsequently at the four intersections of the interchange. The State Government, which took this step after clearing the illegal shanties, shops, and stalls in the area in order to deprive criminals of cover, undertook adequate illumination of the area through solar street lights. Recently, the State Government, in a statement issued by the Special Adviser on Media and Strategy to Governor Dapo Abiodun, Hon. Kayode Akinmade, stated that it was fully apprised of the situation in the area and would never allow criminals to continue to launch attacks on innocent citizens. Previously, as part of its response to the reported activities of criminals in the area, the government had deployed police a...

*My Sallah visit is not a political campaign, Akpoti-Uduaghan refutes claim" Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central Senatorial District in Kogi State  has dismissed claims by political opponents that her recent visit to her hometown was a political gathering, clarifying  that her trip yesterday  was solely to celebrate Sallah with her constituents and had no political undertones.  In her response to the frivolous  allegations of paying and mobilising  attendees for the event, Senator Akpoti -  Uduaghan  described the claims as baseless and misleading. “This was a celebration of unity and shared love, not politics,” she stated.  “The people who welcomed me did so of their own free will, and I deeply appreciate their sacrifice.” Despite a government-imposed restriction on vehicular movement, the senator expressed satisfaction for the thousands of supporters that trekked long distances through bush paths to receiv...

*My Sallah visit is not a political campaign, Akpoti-Uduaghan refutes claim" Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central Senatorial District in Kogi State has dismissed claims by political opponents that her recent visit to her hometown was a political gathering, clarifying that her trip yesterday was solely to celebrate Sallah with her constituents and had no political undertones.  In her response to the frivolous allegations of paying and mobilising attendees for the event, Senator Akpoti - Uduaghan described the claims as baseless and misleading. “This was a celebration of unity and shared love, not politics,” she stated.  “The people who welcomed me did so of their own free will, and I deeply appreciate their sacrifice.” Despite a government-imposed restriction on vehicular movement, the senator expressed satisfaction for the thousands of supporters that trekked long distances through bush paths to receive her with a heroic welcome.  ...

Eid-El-Fitr: Lagos Council Chief Greets Muslims, Urges Prayers For Nigeria The Chairman of Epe Local Government Area of Lagos State, Princess Surah Animashaun has admonished Muslim faithful to sustain the lessons of sacrifice, discipline and love learnt during the period of Ramadan beyond this period. The Chairperson said Nigerians must use the period for a sober reflection on the state of things in the country, urged them to pray fervently for the peace and tranquility of the nation. While congratulating the Muslim Ummah for completing one of the Five Pillars of Islam, she said “Remember that moderation is important in everything you do during this period.” She said the Muslim Faithful has gone through one of the most rigorous Islamic obligations of one month fast and prayers as well as other forms of worship and urged all believers to imbibe the lessons learnt during the Ramadan period through sacrifices, almsgiving to the needy, continuous exhibition of piety as well as ...

*Action Collective Urges Senate President Akpabio to Address Sexual Harassment Allegation*  A political pressure group, Action Collective, has called on the President of the Nigerian Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, to directly address the sexual harassment allegation leveled against him by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central Senatorial district of Kogi State.  The group stated that the issue must not be ignored or diverted, as both Nigerians and the international community are closely monitoring the situation. In a statement released today  and signed by its National Coordinator, Mr. Teddy Onyejuwe, Action Collective criticized what it described as attempt by Akpabio and his supporters to evade the core allegation by focusing on political maneuvering.  It insisted that the Senate President must provide a clear response to the accusation rather than using his position to suppress dissenting voices on the floor of the Senate. "The c...

Lagos Council Boss Celebrates President Tinubu At 73 The Chairman, Epe Local Government Council Area of Lagos state, Princess Surah Animashaun has extended her heartfelt congratulations to the President Federal Republic of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu on his 73rd birthday. A statement issued by the Chairman of the Council on behalf of the Executive, Legislative, Management and the good people of Epe Local Government celebrated Mr. President and noted that President Tinubu, “a respected leader and statesman,” served as the governor of Lagos State from 1999 to 2007, and now President of Nigeria. Princess Animashaun joined family, friends, and Nigerians in celebrating the President Tinubu on this momentous occasion of his birthday. The Chairman saluted President Tinubu, recalling his “valiant strides in ensuring the infrastructural development of Lagos State, particularly through the construction of durable roads, creation of 37 LCDAs and the provision of sustainable electricity...