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  …Commissioner Tokunbo Wahab Applauds Patrol Efforts and Urges Public Cooperation The Lagos State Environmental Sanitation Corps (LAGESC), also known as KAI, has intensified its efforts to restore order and safety in key areas of Lagos. In an overnight operation led by its patrol team, the Corps covered prominent locations in Victoria Island and Ikoyi, including Idowu Martins, Ozumba Mbadiwe, Akin Adesola, Samuel Manuwa, Muri Okunola, Ajose Adeogun, Lugard Avenue, and Macdonald Road. The operation resulted in the apprehension of 49 miscreants and illegal street traders, reinforcing LAGESC’s dedication to maintaining a secure and orderly environment for residents and businesses in these upscale neighborhoods. In a statement on his official X page, Lagos State Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Mr. Tokunbo Wahab, commended the efforts of the patrol team, noting that “calm and sanity are gradually returning to Ikoyi and Victoria Island.” He urged residents to continue ...

  When systems are properly structured, progress becomes inevitable - a reality we are witnessing in the advancement of tertiary education in Lagos State. When systems are properly structured, progress becomes inevitable - a reality we are witnessing in the advancement of tertiary education in Lagos State. I attended the official handover of the Jimoh Kareem-Laka Orelope Innovation Hub (AWORI HOUSE) at Lagos State University (LASU) to the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Nigeria by Her Excellency, Princess Adejoke Orelope-Adefulire, the Senior Special Assistant to the President of Nigeria on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).   The new hub, equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and designed to foster innovation through an optimal learning environment, exemplifies our commitment to advancing education and academic excellence in Lagos State. This facility reflects the progress we are making, driven by strong public-private partnerships that promote academic exc...

By:   Babajide Fadoju   In 2024, Tokunbo Wahab, the Lagos State Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, has cemented his position as one of the state’s most impactful leaders. At a time when Lagos faces immense challenges ranging from waste management to flooding, Wahab has not only spearheaded transformative policies but has actively driven their implementation with visible results. His hands-on approach and commitment to sustainability have reshaped the environmental landscape of the bustling megacity, earning him recognition as a leader who prioritizes action over rhetoric. This year, Lagosians witnessed a determined fight against pollution, a bold restructuring of waste management systems, and an unwavering commitment to enforcing environmental laws. Under Wahab’s stewardship, the Lagos State Ministry of Environment and Water Resources has not only addressed long-standing issues but has also set a foundation for future resilience. This is not mere administra...