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Our Reporter -Commences Extensive Water Sampling Following the recent Cholera outbreak in some parts of Lagos, the Lagos Water Corporation (LWC) has initiated comprehensive measures to safeguard public health and ensure access to safe drinking water across the state. A release by the Corporation said that it has commenced an extensive water sampling and quality monitoring campaign throughout the State. This proactive initiative aims to assess the safety and potability of water from various sources, thereby identifying potential health risks associated with contamination. Expressing its deep concern about the recent…

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Our Reporter A new revolution has kicked off in Lagos State’s health sector with the introduction of Smart Health Information Platform (SHIP) to transform data transmission and management across all State-owned healthcare facilities. The highly secure digital cloud is a State Government-led effort designed in collaboration with eClat, a health technology company, and Interswitch Limited, to create a backbone for seamless movement of patients’ data and to enhance digital transformation in the State’s healthcare. Digital Health Platform Limited — a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV), comprising Lagos Ministry of Health, Interswitch…

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Mariam Akinloye -To get award Over 300 traders across various markets in Ikorodu, have benefitted from the gesture of the Iyaloja General of Ikorodu Division, Deacon Busola Isikalu. The lucky traders were presented with packages consisting of food items as support for the Ileya Festival. The presentation took place at her office at the Ikorodu Plaza. Deaconess Isikalu said that the food items given to the traders were part of her ways of appreciating them for their support and trust in her. “This is one of my ways of appreciating…

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Jare Olukotun Chief Adeniyi Ajayi, the Eletu of Oke Eletu in Ijede Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Ikorodu Division, Lagos, Southwest, Nigeria, has urged Nigerians to continue to pray for the unity, peace.and progress of the country. Eletu stated this at Oke Eletu on Sunday shortly after observing the Sallah prayers at Oke Eletu praying ground along Ijede road to mark the celebration of the Eid-el-Kabir. Alhaji Soyiga, Chief Imam Oke Eletu central Mosque led the Sallah prayer. “Today, my message is very simple, let us continue to pray for…

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Mariam Akinloye     The Senator representing Lagos East Senatorial District, Distinguished Senator Mukhail Adetokunbo Abiru, FCA, has congratulated Muslims in Nigeria on this year’s Eid-El-Kabir celebration. He urged Muslims to emulate Prophet Ibrahim’s submission to Almighty Allah’s will and called for religious tolerance and peaceful coexistence among Nigerians.  In his Sallah goodwill message released on Saturday by his media aide, Mr. Enitan Olukotun, Senator Abiru, who is the Chairman Senate Committee on Banking, Insurance and other Financial Institutions admonished all Nigerians to remain steadfast despite socio-economic challenges facing the nation. He…

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Mariam Akinloye The Chairmanship aspirant for the Igbogbo/Bayeku Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Hameed Olalekan Aroyewun (HOA), has wished Muslims and  Nigerians in general, a joyous and peaceful Sallah festival. Aroyewun, in a statement today in commemoration of the annual Muslim festival, also charged on the need to extend kindness to others. “I wish you all the joy and peace that this season of sacrifice, togetherness and gifting brings. May the spirit of love and unity that defines the Eid Kabir festival bring us closer together as a nation and…

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Wale Jagun The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has urged residents to properly bag and dispose of their waste, especially animal waste, during and after this year’s Eid-El-Kabir celebrations. Managing Director/CEO of the Agency, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin gave the advice in a statement issued by the organisation, noting that comprehensive measures were being implemented to ensure a clean and hygienic environment during the festivities, with service providers working assiduously. He said, “We have put in place a robust system to manage waste effectively during Eid. Our goal is to ensure…

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