Epe-City News Blog

Today, the Local Government Service Commission (LGSC) conducted its bi-annual monitoring visit to Eredo LCDA. The LGSC, a statutory authority focused on staff welfare, recruitment, deployment, promotion, discipline, and service termination, sent a delegation led by the representative of the chairman, Hon. Hakeem Bamgbola. The delegation included Engr. Biodun Orekoya (Commissioner I), Hon. Akeem Bamgbola (Commissioner II), Mr. Ahmed Seriki (Commissioner III), and Hon. Taofeek Adaranijo (Commissioner IV), along with various permanent secretaries and directors. Hon. Akeem Bamgbola, representing the commission chairman, praised the staff and management for their dedication and commitment, reflecting the executive chairman’s recommendation. He noted that during their visit last year, the council chairman had promised improvements in staff welfare. Hon. Kamal expressed his happiness with the positive changes, as evidenced by the staff's joy and happiness. He urged the council staff to re...

  By Abimbola Ogunnaike Nine alumni of the Faculty of Law of the Lagos State University (LASU) Ojo, Lagos have been appointed judges of the Lagos High Court. The nine were part of the 13 judges recently appointed to the Lagos State High Court. The institution disclosed this in a post on its X handle on Monday, 20 May, 2024. According to the statement, the number is the highest ever recorded at a given time by the institution. The statement read, “The alumni are: Hon. Justice Sunmonu Tunde Bashiru, Hon. Justice Alebiosu Olawale Lawal, Hon. Justice Anjorin-Ajose Tanimola Abdulwaheed, Hon. Justice Muyodeen Abdul-Raheem Tejumade, Hon. Justice George Alfred Akingbola, Hon. Justice Balogun Adegboyega Ganiu, Hon. Justice Badejo-Okusanya Yewande Jokotola, Hon. Justice Ojuromi Nalirat Olayinka Oluwatosin and Hon. Justice Adewale Russel Musiliu. “The nine were part of the 13 judges recently appointed into the Lagos State High Court, a feat made more remarkable by the fact that the number is ...

The Senior Special Assistant to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Technical and Vocational Education, Comrade Giwa Moore has said Lagos youth population must focus on Technical education and Skills development to thrive effectively in the 21st century in other to be an employer of labour. Giwa Moore made these remarks during The Mentors Platform programme hosted by the Executive Chairman of Ibeju Lekki LGA Hon Sesan Olowa in Lagos on Wednesday, May 9, 2024. In his address, Giwa appreciate and commends his principal Mr Babajide Sanwoolu for positioning the Youth in the area of youth inclusion in governance, capacity building and his key interest in Technical and Vocational Education under the sterling coordination of an erudite educator Ms. Moronke Azeez, the Executive Secretary of Lagos State Technical and Vocational Education Board. Giwa Moore made it known that Ms. Moronke Azeez has contributed vehemently to development of Technical and Vocational education in Lagos State and that she i...

By: Jubril Idris Epe-CityJnr Step into the vibrant heart of Epe Division, where tradition dances hand in hand with unity, at the Odo-Egiri Ebi Festival. This cultural extravaganza stands as one of the finest in the division, weaving together the tapestry of heritage, family, and community. For sons and daughters of the land, both near and far, the Odo-Egiri Ebi Festival serves as a sacred beacon, calling them home. From bustling cities to distant shores, it beckons all to reunite under the comforting embrace of tradition. Here, long-lost friends are rekindled, and cherished memories are shared anew, as laughter echoes through the air. Yet, beyond its role as a mere reunion, the Ebi Festival is a cornerstone of economic prosperity for the community. Local artisans proudly showcase their crafts, while vendors line the streets with colorful wares. The festival breathes life into the local economy, fostering growth and sustainability for generations to come.   As drums resound and danc...