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February 23, 2024 Economic Hardship: Lagos Slashes Public Transportation By 25%

Economic Hardship: Lagos Slashes Public Transportation By 25%

Governor Babajide Sanwoolu has announced the reintroduction of a 25 percent slash in the cost of transportation on the state’s mass transit.

Speaking during a media chat at Lagos House Marina, Sanwoolu also said essential commodities, mainly food items, will be made available to vulnerable residents in the state.

The governor said the measures on transportation will take effect this week.

On the food intervention, Governor Sanwoolu said orders have been made directly from farms up north.

The governor also said junior public servants in the state will only have to go to the office three times a week starting next week.

February 22, 2024 Insecurity: Police Begin Joint Patrol On Lagos-Ibadan Expressway

Insecurity: Police Begin Joint Patrol On Lagos-Ibadan Expressway

The police in Lagos and Ogun States have initiated a collaborative patrol along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway to bolster regional security.

SP Benjamin Hundeyin, the spokesperson for the Lagos State Police, revealed this in a recent post on his social media handle, @benHundeyin, on Thursday.

There have been reports of kidnapping incidents and other criminal activities occurring in various sections of the expressway, prompting this joint effort between the two states.

Hundeyin stated that the joint patrols would span from Kara Bridge to Sagamu Interchange. "In a bid to heighten security along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, the Lagos State Police Command, in conjunction with its Ogun State counterpart, has initiated joint patrols from Kara Bridge to Sagamu Interchange," he announced.

He reassured motorists not to be alarmed by the increased police presence on the road. "Motorists are encouraged not to be alarmed by the intensified police patrols, especially by the Rapid Response Squad (RRS). This proactive measure aims to deter crime and ensure the safety of travelers along this route," Hundeyin emphasized.

February 22, 2024 Cost Of Living: Lagos Civil Servants To Work Three Days A Week

Cost Of Living: Lagos Civil Servants To Work Three Days A Week

On Thursday, the Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, said his administration would be reducing public servants' working days as part of plans to cushion the cost-of-living crisis in the country.

“We want to start with our public servants, immediately from next week; civil servants from the lower level will be working like three times a week, and level 15–17 can work four times a week,” Sanwo-Olu said during the ongoing media parley on economic hardship.

On the rising cost of food, he added that his administration would open more markets where Lagosians could buy food items at discounted rates.

“We will open Sunday markets in at least 42 identified markets across Lagos State. You will be able to buy food items at a discounted price. You will only be able to buy items worth up to N25,000,” the governor said.

He added that the 25% reduction in transport services for the state public transport system (BRT, train, ferry) will start this weekend.

The governor noted that his administration also discussed reducing fares with various transport unions.

“First is to express empathy with our citizens; we are not unmindful of the situation; as leaders, we must be able to solve socioeconomic problems,” Sanwo-Olu said.

He also challenged the private sector to look into what they can do for the citizens by replicating their role during the COVID-19 pandemic.

February 22, 2024 Lagos Prophet Drowns During Valentine’s Day Beach Hangout

Lagos Prophet Drowns During Valentine’s Day Beach Hangout

A tragic incident unfolded during a beach hangout in the Ajah area of Lagos as Oriyomi Remilekun, a Lagos-based prophet known for his adventurous spirit, drowned while celebrating Valentine's Day with friends on Saturday, February 17.

According to sources familiar with the event, Oriyomi led a group of youths from his white garment church to Avista Beach for the Valentine's Day celebration. The gathering, which started with a party at a short-term rental apartment near the resort, eventually moved to the beach.

Oriyomi's whereabouts became unknown as the evening progressed, causing concern among his friends. Despite immediate efforts to locate him, he remained missing. The following morning, the search resumed, but to no avail. Eventually, a report was filed with the local police station.

Management at Avista Beach confirmed the incident, stating that Oriyomi's remains were discovered on a separate beach in the community the following Monday. A member of the management team, speaking anonymously due to the sensitivity of the situation, expressed surprise at the delay in raising an alarm on the night of the incident.

The news of Oriyomi's passing elicited grief from those who knew him, with many taking to social media to express their condolences. One Facebook user, Erinle Abel, remembered Oriyomi as a gifted and humble prophet, lamenting his untimely departure.

Despite attempts to gather information from the police, the state police public relations officer, Benjamin Hundeyin, stated he was not aware of the incident at the time of contact.

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