OKPEBHOLO WARNS RESIDENTS AGAINST RECRUITING CRIMINALS TO TERRORISE EDO. (PHOTO).

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Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has warned residents against recruiting criminals from outside the state to carry out kidnappings and other violent crimes, describing the trend as a major setback to ongoing efforts to improve security. The governor issued the warning on Wednesday while speaking at the 2026 Ministers’ Conference organised by the Edo State chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Benin City. Okpebholo expressed concern over the security situation in the state, alleging that some individuals were deliberately exaggerating incidents of crime and spreading false information on social media to discredit his administration. According to him, investigations by security agencies have uncovered the involvement of local collaborators who allegedly recruit armed gangs from outside Edo State to perpetrate kidnappings and other criminal activities. “Do you know one painful thing? Our people are now going outside Edo to recruit criminals to help them do the job....

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY CELEBRATION, HELD TODAY IN LAGOS AND ATTENDED BY GOV. SANWO-OLU AND HIS DEPUTY. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE


 GOV. SANWO-OLU, DEP. GOV. HAMZAT AT THE Y2024 INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY CELEBRATION, HELD AT MOBOLAJI JOHNSON ARENA, ONIKAN, ON FRIDAY, 8TH MARCH 2024 

Today was a landmark day for the heart of our vibrant city as we gathered at Onikan Stadium to mark International Women's Day. 


It was an honour to host this grand event, bringing together women from every corner of Lagos State in a celebration of unity, diversity, and empowerment.


Seeing the stadium filled with so many inspiring women, each with her own story of resilience, achievement, and hope, was a powerful reminder of what we can accomplish together. 


We celebrated not just the progress we've made, but also the journey ahead towards full equality and empowerment for all women.


Our administration is committed to supporting every woman in Lagos, recognizing that when women thrive, our society thrives. Today, we reaffirmed our pledge to create more opportunities, dismantle barriers, and ensure that every woman and girl in Lagos has the support she needs to reach her full potential.


To the incredible women of Lagos, thank you for your courage, your dedication, and your invaluable contributions to our state. Let's continue to stand together, support each other, and work towards a brighter, more inclusive future.


Happy International Women's Day! Here's to many more achievements and milestones together. 



 


Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu and his Deputy, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat acknowledging greetings during the International Women’s Day celebration themed: “Count her in: Invest in Women, Accelerate Progress”, organized by the Ministry of Women Affairs and Poverty Alleviation (WAPA) at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan, on Friday, 08 March 2024. Behind them: APC Lagos Women Leader, Mrs. Olajumoke Okoya Thomas and the State Head of Service, Mr. Olabode Agoro.


 


l-r: Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu and the First Lady of the State, Dr. Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu during the International Women’s Day celebration themed: “Count her in: Invest in Women, Accelerate Progress”, organized by the Ministry of Women Affairs and Poverty Alleviation (WAPA) at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan, on Friday, 08 March 2024. 


 


l-r: Commissioner for Women Affairs and Poverty Alleviation (WAPA), Mrs. Cecilia Dada; Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu; the First Lady of the State, Dr. Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu and the Deputy Governor, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, during the International Women’s Day celebration themed: “Count her in: Invest in Women, Accelerate Progress”, organized by WAPA, at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan, on Friday, 08 March 2024. 


 


l-r: Commissioner for Women Affairs and Poverty Alleviation (WAPA), Mrs. Cecilia Dada; Deputy Governor, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat; Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu; APC Lagos Women Leader, Mrs. Olajumoke Okoya Thomas and Permanent Secretary, WAPA, Mrs. Oluyemi Kalesanwo during the International Women’s Day celebration themed: “Count her in: Invest in Women, Accelerate Progress”, organized by WAPA, at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan, on Friday, 08 March 2024. 

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