CURBING OPEN DEFECATION: LASG, WATERAID, PRIVATE SECTOR COLLABORATE TO BUILD 350 PUBLIC TOILETS IN LAGOS. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 CURBING OPEN DEFECATION: LASG, WATERAID, PRIVATE SECTOR COLLABORATE TO BUILD 350 PUBLIC TOILETS IN LAGOS  The Lagos State Government, in collaboration with WaterAid Plan and private operators, is set to build 350 more public toilets across the state to curb widespread open defecation and maintain hygiene and sanitation.  This is just as the State WaterAid team lead gave a projection that by 2028, the organisation will reach 10 million residents directly and another 17 million indirectly through interventions with basic Water Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) access. Speaking at a roundtable over the weekend, the Special Adviser on Environment, Engr. Olakunle Rotimi-Akodu said work has started on some of the toilets including identifying the locations for them. He stated that the State government will adopt the three-way approach in tackling the issue of open defecation, which is to put infrastructure in place, engage in massive advocacy and lastly, undertake an enforcement d...
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CUSTOMS NAMES FIRST LADY REMI TINUBU AS "GRAND PATRON" FOR AFRICAN VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 Customs Names First Lady Remi Tinubu as ”Grand Patron“ for African Volleyball Tournament


...As CGC Adeniyi Champions Gender Inclusion in Nigeria Customs Service


Following the preparation to commence the long-awaited African Volleyball Tournament in April 2025, the Nigeria Customs Service has named the First Lady and wife of the President of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, as the Grand Patron of the upcoming female volleyball tournament.


The Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, made this announcement on Friday, March 14th, 2025, when he officially visited the First Lady at her office in Aso Rock Presidential Villa, Abuja.


It will be recalled that the Director-General of the National Sports Commission, Bukola Olopade, commended the Nigeria Customs Service on 17 February 2025 for securing the hosting rights for the CAVB 2025 Women’s African Club Volleyball Championship, scheduled to take place in Abuja from 1 to 14 April 2025.


During the engagement, CGC Adeniyi lauded the First Lady’s unwavering commitment to women’s empowerment, citing her Renewed Hope Initiative, which has positively impacted education, healthcare, and economic empowerment for women, youth, and vulnerable groups. 


He noted that her leadership has inspired institutional reforms across various sectors, including the Nigeria Customs Service.


The CGC highlighted the Service’s investment in women’s sports, noting that its volleyball team has won the Volleyball Premier League in 2018, 2022, and 2024, as well as the Confederation of Africa Zone 3 Volleyball Championship in 2018 and 2019. 


He expressed confidence that the First Lady’s presence at the championship would boost athletes' morale.


“Your Excellency, in recognition of your exemplary leadership and advocacy for women's advancement, we humbly request that you honour us by serving as the Grand Patron of this momentous event. Your presence at the official opening ceremony would immeasurably elevate the significance of this championship and inspire our athletes to even greater heights.” CGC Adeniyi said.


Beyond sports, the CGC emphasised the Service’s commitment to gender balance, highlighting the appointment of women to strategic leadership positions, including Excise and Free Trade Zones, Tariff and Trade, and ICT/Modernization Departments.


He further acknowledged the contributions of female officers leading critical initiatives such as the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Programme, Single Window project, and Authorised Economic Operator Programme, which have significantly modernised Customs operations.


“Following Your Excellency’s inspiring example, we are actively implementing policies that provide equal opportunities for women to express themselves and excel in our Service. Today, women hold critical leadership positions and drive key modernisation efforts.” CGC Adeniyi added.


However, he reaffirmed the Service’s commitment to promoting women’s participation in leadership and sports, pledging continued support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda and the First Lady’s vision for gender inclusion in national development.


Responding, First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu accepted the offer, emphasising that women must continue to take up spaces in all spheres of life.


“I accepted this offer—and I keep telling women, there's always a space for you. There's a space for you. Nobody's asking you not to amount to anything. You just have to work more.” The First Lady said.


She further called on Nigerian female star athletes who have made names abroad to return home and inspire the next generation, urging figures like Tobi Amusan and others to actively mentor young girls in sports.


“These are role models for our girls, but don't go out and just be popular there. They should come and encourage other girls. I want them to do that—because it matters a lot. When God gives you a platform, you are not just standing for yourself, you are standing for millions of other women.” Senator Oluremi added.

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