Epe-City News Blog

  Tolani Sule, Commissioner for Tertiary Education, Lagos State. “The future of education in Africa will be defined not just by technology, but by how deeply we anchor learning in our culture, our values, and our shared humanity.”  It was an honour to serve as Special Guest of Honour at the 23rd Annual Lecture and 18th Annual Post-Doctoral Award Ceremony of the Fafunwa Educational Foundation (FEF), a respected NGO founded in 1995 in honour of the late Emeritus Professor Aliu Babatunde Fafunwa, CON, NNOM, Nigeria’s former Minister of Education and Youth Development and the first Chairman of the Lagos State Teaching Service Commission.  Themed “Re-inventing Teacher Education for Culturally Rooted and AI-Enhanced Pedagogy in Nigeria,” the event reflected FEF’s longstanding commitment to advancing educational research, awarding scholarships to outstanding students of education, fostering innovation, and promoting active dialogue between professional educators and policy maker...

By: Babajide Fadoju Lagos State Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, has outlined the state’s strategies for combating climate change, coastal erosion, and waste management, stressing that Lagos, as a subnational government, faces unique challenges in balancing rapid urban growth with environmental sustainability. Speaking at the panel session on “Rising Seas, Resilient Communities: Climate Adaptation Strategies in West Africa” at Harvard Business School on Saturday, Wahab noted that Lagos’ geographical location on the continental shelf, coupled with a population of over 22 million, exposes it to sea level rise, flash flooding, and ecosystem destruction. The landmass of Lagos has grown from 3,577 to 4,050 square kilometres largely through reclamation of wetlands and lagoon water bodies for real estate. While development is important, we must insist on environmental impact assessments and drainage master plans before such reclamation projects, because unc...

Few days ago, a remarkable milestone was achieved at the Lagos State House of Assembly as the Public Hearing on the Bill for the Establishment of the Lagos State University of Medicine and Health Sciences was successfully held. The Honourable Commissioner for Tertiary Education, Hon. Tolani Sule, expressed delight at the overwhelming support for this visionary initiative, which marks a bold step towards strengthening Lagos State’s healthcare and educational infrastructure. With the ever-increasing demands on our healthcare system, the establishment of this specialized university has become imperative. In his remarks, Hon. Tolani Sule highlighted that the institution will: ✅ Expand our capacity to train not only doctors, but also nurses, pharmacists, physiotherapists, biomedical scientists, and other critical healthcare professionals. ✅ Serve as a hub for advanced medical research and innovation, attracting global collaborations and partnerships. ✅ Build a sustainable pipeline o...

On  Friday, 15th of August, 2025 , the spirit of kindness and communal love was on full display in Eredo LCDA as the  Epe Frontiers in Eredo , led by  Hon. Sabiu Adelaja , under the distinguished leadership of  Alhaji Akanni Seriki Bamu, The Apase of Epe Land , extended a remarkable gesture of generosity to members of our community. In this impactful outreach,  50 beneficiaries across Eredo LCDA   received financial support, with each person empowered with a token of   ₦10,000 . This act of benevolence once again underscores the passion of the Epe Frontiers for uplifting lives and supporting humanity. During the program,  Hon. Sabiu Adelaja  commended  Alhaji Akanni Seriki Bamu  for his tireless acts of kindness and unwavering dedication to humanity. He assured residents that this is only the beginning, as the  Epe Frontiers, Eredo LCDA Caucus  will soon roll out more  developmental and life-changing programs . Also s...

  Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has congratulated His Royal Majesty, Oba Olufolarin Olukayode Ogunsanwo, the Alara of Ilara, in Eredo Local Council Development Area (LCDA), on his fifth coronation anniversary. Governor Sanwo-Olu, in a statement released by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr Gboyega Akosile, on Friday, praised the monarch’s exceptional leadership, saying Oba Ogunsanwo’s reign has left a lasting imprint on Ilara and the wider Epe Division. He said: “On behalf of the Government and people of Lagos State, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to Alara of Ilara, Oba Olufolarin Olukayode Ogunsanwo, the Royal Family, and the entire Ilara community on the auspicious occasion of his fifth coronation anniversary. “In just five years, Oba Ogunsanwo’s reign has left a lasting imprint on Ilara and the wider Epe Division. He has led with wisdom, dignity and a genuine devotion to the welfare of his people – championing peace, fostering unity, and safegu...

Following a controversial incident at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, a public figure identified as AMKW I has issued an unreserved apology, acknowledging personal misconduct and pleading for forgiveness from the authorities and the public. In a statement released on Wednesday, AMKW I admitted being “at the center” of the airport episode, describing it as “a moment of thoughtless indiscretion” that understandably provoked widespread public criticism. “Nothing can justify my indiscretion, which has justifiably drawn the anger of many,” he said. “I totally regret it.” Addressing the incident directly, AMKW I extended heartfelt apologies to the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), affected officials, passengers, and the general public. Furthermore, he made a special plea to the regulatory bodies for leniency in their handling of the matter, especially regarding the suspension of the pilots...

‎The Lagos State Government, through the Ministry of Tertiary Education, has proudly announced the commencement of the Eko Digital Training programme, targeting the youth populations in Badagry and Ikorodu divisions.  This comprehensive initiative is a cornerstone of the Governor. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu's government's unwavering commitment to fostering robust educational advancement, cultivating vital entrepreneurial skills and information technology knowledge among the state's vibrant young demographic. ‎The intensive training is slated to run from July 28 to August 1, 2025, and will be hosted at Iba ICT Centre, Iba Town, Iba LCDA, Ojo in Badagry division and Ikorodu Division Resource Development Group (IDRDG), CBT Centre, Ikorodu Town Hall respectively.  The programme's meticulously crafted curriculum is designed to equip participants with a powerful blend of digital literacy and entrepreneurial acumen. This includes crucial modern competencies such as emotional i...