HAJJ 2026: 1600 LAGOS PILGRIMS ARRIVE SAFELY FROM MAKKAH. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 HAJJ 2026: 1600 LAGOS PILGRIMS ARRIVE SAFELY FROM MAKKAH The 1,600 Lagos pilgrims who participated in the just-concluded Hajj exercise in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia have all arrived safely to join their respective families. The safe arrival of the last and final batch of 187 pilgrims on Saturday marked the conclusion of the 2026 Hajj operations. Speaking to journalists at the tarmac of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Ikeja, the Amir-ul-Hajj and State Commissioner of Home Affairs, Ibrahim Layode said that the spiritual exercise was a success for Lagos State. The Commissioner who attributed the success to the exemplary conduct of the pilgrims while in the Holy Land maintained that the State also made adequate arrangements by engaging critical stakeholders ahead of the journey. "We give all Glory to Almighty God for the successful completion of this year's Hajj journey to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and I want to say that it was a success achieved through teamwork a...

UK PARLIAMENT MEMBERS COMMEND LAGOS DSVA. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE


 UK PARLIAMENT MEMBERS COMMEND LAGOS DSVA


The Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence (DSVA) on Thursday received the delegates of the UK Parliament on a courtesy visit to the Agency. 


The Executive Secretary, Mrs. Titilola Vivour-Adeniyi, in her welcome address, emphasised that the Lagos State Government had made significant strides in combating Sexual and Gender-Based Violence. 


She further noted the need for Strengthening Global Partnerships and described the engagement with distinguished members of the UK Parliament as a moment that presents a unique opportunity to exchange knowledge, share best practices, and explore areas for collaboration in the fight against domestic and sexual violence. 


During the interactive session that ensued with the Parliamentarians, The leader of the team, Kate Osamor commended the Agency and promised to share legislative instruments that regulate the UK’s response to Sexual and Gender-Based Violence.


Mr. Wale Adebajo, the Head of Public Affairs, UK Office in Nigeria, reiterated the existing collaboration between the British High Commission and the DSVA. 


The Head of Case Management at DSVA, Mrs. Tumininu Oni made a presentation on the Agency's work and achievements over the years.


The session was wrapped up with commendation remarks for the Lagos DSVA Team for the work done for survivors of SGBV in the State.


The UK Parliament team which included Jacob Loose, Magdalene El Beleidi, Kate Osamor, David Mundell, Fred Thomas,  ⁠


Becky Cooper, ⁠Karen Bradley and Jonny Oates were taken on a tour of the DSVA Facility and presented with souvenirs before their departure.

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