In a bid to engage youths of the Amuwo-Odofin community, the Street Soccer King debut edition was held in the Festac Town axis of Amuwo-Odofin LGA. The event was organised by Dibia Simon Peter and Bakare Ismalai, who are youths in the community. According to the duo, the project was organised to engage the youths of the community and to psychologically arrest their idle minds.… Read More »Photos: Festac Street Soccer King Holds Debut Edition
Amongst the vast number of hospitals we have in Amuwo Odofin, a number of them have been dedicated to the health care, and wellness of women and children especially. Here are a list of a few of hospitals dedicated to children that we are aware of. Mother and Child: They are a private specialist hospital dedicated to providing compassionate and outstanding health care for mothers… Read More »Children Friendly Hospitals In Amuwo
Sometime last year, we recall the Lagos State Government unveiled it’s first set of public electronic vehicles -Bus Rapid Transit- to ease movement for commuters in the state. The Lagos State Commissioner for Transportation, says the state government is planning to buy no fewer than 2,050 vehicles to ease movement, and further address queues at bus stations across the state. With the support of an oil… Read More »Lagos Looks Forward To Seemless Commuting
Nigeria’s fuel tanker drivers opted to begin a strike on Monday over rising operational costs due to the recent devaluation of the naira within a year and over the state of the country’s roads. The Nigerian Association of Road Transport Owners (NARTO), which groups thousands of truck owners and drivers responsible for fuel distribution, was pushing for higher freight charges from fuel marketers due to… Read More »One Day Strike Called Off: NARTO
A 30-day notice has been issued by the Lagos State Government to owners of residential buildings that have been illegally converted to Churches, mosques, lounges, and bars without approval for change of use. Reason For The Notice This notice came in conjunction with prior said distortions of the plan of Lagos especially in residential areas by residents who disregarded all regulations, turning residential areas into… Read More »Residential Building Businesses On Fire: See Why
Introducing the Ultimate Sonic Experience: “Wayward Vibe” by Hypelord Blayz The highly anticipated release of “Wayward Vibe,” the latest musical masterpiece from the exceptionally talented artist, Hypelord Blayz. Guaranteed to be a game-changer in the music industry, seamlessly blending electrifying beats, captivating lyrics, and a unique fusion of genres that promises to set the dance floor on fire. Hypelord Blayz, known for pushing boundaries and… Read More »New Music Release
Food lovers and food vendors in Lagos state have been hit with a new policy that might affect both consumers and distributors. The state government, on Sunday, t placed a ban on the usage and distribution of styrofoam and other single-use plastics in the State.
Emeka Igweike, Amuwo-Odofin based award-winning multifaced entrepreneur/Nightlife facilitator has been announced as the brand influencer for Remy Martin, Glenfiddich, Luc Belaire-Rose, and Casa Maestri. The Nigerian-born social entrepreneur and nightlife influencer journey in the industry has been over 10 years and filled with success and challenges, He takes pride in the positive impact he has made in the entertainment industry. One of his notable achievements… Read More »Award Winning Anuwo-Based Entrepreneur Becomes Brand Influencer
In 2023 most truckers who operated in most parts of Lagos State including Amuwo-Odofin had woeful experiences while some described their experience as challenging, some were short of words. Some truckers lamented bitterly how they lost billions of naira to extortion and undue payment to maritime bandits.
A team of officials from the office of the chief Judge of Lagos State, Hon. Justice K.O. Alogba paid a working visit to Amuwo-Odofin and were received by the Executive Chairman, Amuwo-Odofin Local Government. The agenda of the team was to inspect the infrastructure under construction by the council and ascertain the possibility of sitting in a magistrate court in the local government. The Chief… Read More »Amuwo To Sit A Magistrate Court In Amuwo-Odofin Local Government
The Lagos State Task Force in a continuation to get rid of the Okada menace, the Agency recently raided major routes along Festac, Apple Junction and other axis where Okada operators have resumed operations despite the existing ban on their activities. The exercise, lasted several hours, and was led by the Chairman of the Agency, CSP Shola Jejeloye who stated that the Agency would continue… Read More »Lagos State Task Force Conducts Raids In Amuwo: See Why
The Lagos State Governor, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has been named to receive Africa Governor of the Year 2023 award being organized by Africa Value Awards. According to Mr Kingsley J. Dakorubo the Executive Director of VARDIAFRICA, “In accordance with our annual tradition, we are pleased to announce winners of this year’s awards after rigorous vetting that produced outstanding persons and institutions in different categories. It’s… Read More »Africa Value Awards Presents Award To Governor Sanwo-olu
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Nigeria has made a series of significant arrests and drug seizures, totaling around N13 billion in street value. In a recent statement by the police, it mentioned that the culprits including three different people were apprehended for their alleged involvement in drug trafficking, including three visually impaired individuals. In the report given, it was mentioned that these… Read More »NDLEA Nabs Drug Baron Syndicate
On Saturday Morning, 18th October 2023, the FHA commenced demolishing of some residential buildings in the Amuwo-Odofin LGA, Lagos State.
The Amuwo-Odofin Political landscape has just experienced a major shift as news reaching Festaconline Media that the house of assembly member representing Amuwo Odofin constituency 1, Olukayode Doherty has been sacked by the Appeal Court.
