The Lagos State House of Assembly has inaugurated an eight-member ad hoc committee to identify, document and recover government properties, including assets that may not have been formally recorded. The committee, chaired by Obafemi Saheed, has begun engaging ministries, departments and agencies (MDAs) to audit state-owned properties and ensure public resources are properly accounted for….
The Lagos State House of Assembly has confirmed 12 nominees forwarded by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu for appointments to two commissions and the Lagos State Neighbourhood Safety Agency Board. The confirmation followed the consideration of a report by a 12-member Screening Committee chaired by Fatai Mojeed. The committee said it assessed the nominees based on their…
The Lagos State House of Assembly has begun moves to increase the retirement age for magistrates in the state from 60 to 65 years. The lawmakers made the move during plenary on Monday while considering the Magistrate Courts Amendment Bill 2026, which seeks to strengthen the magistracy, retain experienced judicial officers and improve the administration of…
The Lagos State House of Assembly has called for stronger community-level security and tougher prosecution of individuals involved in the vandalism of public infrastructure across the state. The lawmakers urged the state government to adequately equip and train the Lagos State Neighbourhood Safety Corps and other local security outfits to strengthen surveillance and prevent the…
Nollywood actor-turned-politician, Desmond Elliot, has obtained the All Progressives Congress (APC) nomination form to contest for a return to the Lagos State House of Assembly, representing Surulere Constituency I. In a statement shared on his Facebook page on Sunday, Elliot formally announced his intention to seek another mandate, describing the move as a continuation of his…
The Lagos State House of Assembly has recommended that residents affected by the demolition of waterfront communities in Makoko, Oko‑Agbon, and Sogunro be relocated to the Agbowa area of Epe in Lagos State. A statement obtained by PUNCH Online from the Assembly’s Public Affairs Directorate indicated that the recommendation followed the adoption of a report…
The Lagos State House of Assembly has met with residents of the Makoko community affected by recent demolitions and directed relevant ministries and agencies to suspend the exercise in the area. The meeting, held on Monday and led by the Majority Leader of the House, Noheem Adams, was convened to address concerns arising from the…
The Lagos State House of Assembly today carried out the screening of nominees presented by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu for several key appointments across the state. The positions under review include roles within the Lagos State Electricity Regulatory Commission, the Lagos State Security Trust Fund, and the Lagos State Parking Authority. During the session, lawmakers assessed…
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has given assent to the 2026 Appropriation Bill following its passage by the Lagos State House of Assembly, officially signing it into law. The signing authorizes the implementation of the state’s 2026 budget, providing the legal framework for government spending and development programmes in the coming fiscal year. The budget…
The Lagos State House of Assembly has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Samuel Aina, a former chairman of Oshodi/Isolo Local Government, and other recently deceased councilors in the state. At plenary on Tuesday, Hon. Stephen Ogundipe, Chairman of the House Committee on Information, highlighted Aina’s notable contributions, including overseeing the construction of the…
