Parallex Bank Gifts Team Lagos Young Champions ₦1m Each

Ten of Team Lagos' brightest young athletes have received a major reward for their outstanding performances at the 2025 National Youth Games, as Parallex Bank presented each of them with ₦1 million after Lagos emerged overall champions for the first time in the history of the competition.

The cash rewards were presented at a ceremony held at the bank's Lagos headquarters, where athletes, parents, officials of the Lagos State Sports Commission (LSSC) and Parallex Bank executives gathered to celebrate the historic achievement.

The beneficiaries are gymnast Stephanie Onusiriuka; swimmers Dumuje Aidan, Ibidapo Tofunmi, Hafsat Kazeem, Mariam Mohammed, Megbodofo Teminijesu and Timilehin Olaiya; cyclist Ashiru Ibrahim; hard-of-hearing athlete Fabowale Akorede; and tennis player Emmanuel Bright. Their medal-winning performances powered Lagos to its maiden National Youth Games title.

Presenting the awards, Parallex Bank Managing Director and CEO, Olufemi Bakre, described the gesture as an investment in the future of Nigeria's next generation of sporting stars.

"We are celebrating excellence, hard work and determination. This is more than a reward; it is an investment in the future of these young champions and a reminder that excellence will always be recognised," Bakre said.

Director-General of the Lagos State Sports Commission, Lekan Fatodu, praised the partnership as a shining example of how the private sector can support youth development through sports. He noted that Lagos' historic victory reflected the state's deliberate investment in grassroots sports and talent development under the leadership of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu.

Speaking on behalf of the parents, Mrs. Timilehin Olaiya thanked Parallex Bank and the Lagos State Sports Commission, saying the recognition has inspired the young athletes to aim even higher.

The initiative underscores the growing collaboration between the public and private sectors in developing future sporting champions and strengthening Lagos' reputation as Nigeria's leading hub for youth sports development.

Ogun State Govt Rejects Viral Letter on Awujale Succession, Says Selection Still Suspended

 

The Ogun State Government has dismissed a viral letter purportedly nominating five princes for the vacant Awujale of Ijebuland stool, insisting that the selection process remains suspended.

The government said the letter did not follow the legally recognised procedure for communicating the decision of kingmakers and urged the public to disregard it. The Olisa of Ijebu-Ode, Chief Rasheed Adesanya, in whose name the letter was allegedly written, also denied any involvement, while the Ijebu-Ode Local Government said it had no knowledge of the document.

The succession process was suspended in January following a wave of petitions, allegations of procedural irregularities, disputes over the eligibility of some contestants, and growing tension among stakeholders. The state government said security reports and concerns over due process made it necessary to halt the exercise pending a resolution of the controversies.

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The Awujale of Ijebuland stool is currently vacant following the death of Oba Sikiru Adetona in July 2025 after a remarkable 65 year reign

At least 95 candidates are currently vying for the position, and the selection process is being managed by the Fusengbuwa Ruling House.

The ruling house has urged the government to lift this suspension and swiftly appoint a new paramount ruler for Ijebuland. 

Yayi Unveils Kudirat Adegunwa-Balogun as Running Mate for 2027 Ogun Governorship Race

 

The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Ogun State for the 2027 election, Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, popularly known as Yayi, has unveiled Mrs. Kudirat Abiodun Adegunwa-Balogun as his deputy governorship candidate.

The unveiling marks a significant step in the party’s preparations ahead of the 2027 governorship election, as the Yayi campaign moves to consolidate support across Ogun State.

Kudirat Adegunwa

The event attracted party leaders, supporters, and political stakeholders who gathered to witness the official presentation of the deputy governorship candidate.

Woman Fakes Own Kidnap, Found in Delta Hotel With Lover

 

A married woman identified as Oluchi has been arrested after allegedly staging her own kidnap and demanding a N50 million ransom from her family.

According to police reports, Oluchi disappeared and later contacted her relatives, claiming she had been abducted by kidnappers who were demanding millions of naira for her release. The alarming development triggered panic among family members, who immediately alerted security agencies.

Following an intensive investigation, police tracked her location to a hotel in Delta State, where she was discovered safe and unharmed in the company of her alleged lover.

Authorities confirmed that both Oluchi and her companion have been arrested and are assisting with ongoing investigations. The incident has sparked widespread reactions, with many expressing shock over the elaborate scheme and the emotional distress caused to her family.

Police have warned the public against making false kidnapping claims, stressing that such actions divert security resources from genuine victims and attract serious legal consequences.

Dangote Group Set to Commence Deep Seaport in Ode Omi, Ogun State

A significant step towards what could become one of Nigeria's most transformative maritime infrastructure projects was taken recently as representatives of the Dangote Group visited the coastal community of Ode Omi in Ogun State to discuss plans surrounding the proposed deep seaport development. 

 The delegation, led by the Managing Director of Infrastructure and Logistics, Captain Jamil Abubakar, paid a sensitisation visit hosted by the traditional ruler of the community, Oba Folailu Adekunle Hassan.

 The engagement underscored the importance of stakeholder collaboration, community inclusion, and sustainable development as preparations for the ambitious project continue. The proposed deep seaport is expected to serve as a major catalyst for economic growth in the region, opening new opportunities in trade, logistics, industrial development, and employment. Industry observers believe the project could further strengthen Ogun State's position as a strategic gateway for commerce and investment. Community leaders and residents welcomed the delegation warmly, expressing optimism about the potential benefits the project could bring to the area. 

The visit highlighted a shared commitment between the developers and host community to build a future anchored on partnership, progress, and long-term prosperity. As discussions advance, the proposed Ode Omi Deep Seaport continues to generate interest as a development that could reshape the economic landscape of Nigeria's southwest coastline.

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March 31 Ultimatum: Lagos to Shut Down Buildings With Unregistered Elevators

 

Building owners and property managers across Lagos face a looming crackdown as the state government has issued a March 31, 2026 deadline for the registration and safety certification of all elevators. Any building found operating unregistered or uncertified lifts after the deadline risks having the equipment shut down.

The warning was issued by the Director-General and Chief Executive Officer of the Lagos State Safety Commission, Lanre Mojola, who said the state will no longer tolerate unsafe or uncertified vertical transportation equipment in residential, commercial and public buildings.

According to Mojola, the move is part of efforts to prevent avoidable accidents as Lagos continues to experience rapid growth in high-rise developments. He emphasised that elevators are a critical component of modern urban infrastructure and must be properly maintained to protect lives.

He explained that under the Commission’s safety regulations, all elevators and other vertical transportation equipment must be officially registered and certified before they are put into operation and throughout their service life.

To facilitate compliance, the state government has launched a dedicated online registration platform — www.lasgsafetyreg.com — where building owners and facility managers can digitally register their elevators.

The platform ensures that newly installed elevators in both public and private buildings are inspected before they begin operation, while existing lifts are subjected to periodic safety audits to identify potential faults and prevent mechanical failures.

Mojola warned that the grace period is rapidly expiring, adding that any elevator found to be unregistered or lacking a valid safety certificate after March 31 will be decommissioned, while non-compliant buildings may also face sealing by enforcement authorities.

The Safety Commission also urged residents and office workers to support the initiative by reporting faulty elevators, missed maintenance schedules or unregistered lifts through its dedicated safety hotlines: 08033252687 and 08060918759.

The government said the enforcement drive is part of its broader commitment to strengthening safety standards across the state and ensuring that no property owner places cost above the safety of Lagos residents.

Lekki People Magazine Honours Otufesojoye of Irete with Community Development Icon of the Decade Award

 

Nigeria's leading community media, Lekki People Magazine has  conferred The Community Development Icon of the Decade Award on the Otufesojoye of Irete-Ijebu, HRH AbdulGaniyu Olusegun Awokoya Yesufu, at its Decade Impact Awards, marking the magazine’s 10th year anniversary.

The honour recognizes Kabiyesi’s outstanding leadership and measurable impact on grassroots development in Irete-Ijebu. 

Under his reign, the community has witnessed renewed advocacy for education and healthcare, strengthened peace and conflict-resolution mechanisms, support for artisans and small businesses, and sustained engagement with government and private stakeholders to attract infrastructure and social amenities.

Otufesojoye of Irete HRH Abdulganiy Olusegun Awokoya receives the award flanked by Iyalode of Irete, Alhaja Idiat Tope, and the taiyese of Irete, Alhaji Yahyah Taiyese