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Stakeholders condemn ‘sign-out’ excesses, back supervised school-organised activities

The growing trend of ‘sign-out’ celebrations among graduating secondary school students has continued to generate concern among education stakeholders, following its increasing disorderliness marked by indiscipline and immorality. The practice, where graduating students signed on their uniforms or white shirts to commemorate graduation was originally intended as a dignified farewell. It symbolised cherished memories, reflection ...

Rep empowers 60 Apapa residents with fish farming

A member of the House of Representatives, Dr Adesola Adedayo, has empowered 60 residents of Apapa Federal Constituency with fish farming equipment. Adedayo said the initiative was designed to create sustainable livelihoods, enhance food security and improve residents’ economic well-being. He spoke on Saturday in Lagos during the distribution of fish tanks, feed and fingerlings ...

Sanwo-Olu lauds aide for integrity, professionalism

Lagos State Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu has described his Deputy Chief of Staff, Mr Sam Egube, as an outstanding professional whose integrity, competence and dedication earned public confidence. Sanwo-Olu spoke on Saturday at a reception organised by Urhobo and Isoko people resident in Lagos to celebrate Egube in recognition of his contributions to public service and ...

Cleric advocates digital evangelism, responsible social media use

The Regional Superintendent of Christ Apostolic Church (CAC), Medaiyese Region, Pastor Gabriel Aboderin, has urged churches to leverage social media for digital evangelism, national development and peacebuilding. Aboderin made the call on Saturday in Abuja during an award ceremony organised by the CAC Council of Media and Publicity Secretaries, Medaiyese Region. The ceremony formed part ...