Deputy Governor of Lagos state, Obafemi Hamzat, has urged Muslim clerics to condemn violence and correct the misconception that Islam promotes it. Hamzat made this call at the 16th Alhaji Kafaru Oluwole Tinubu Memorial Ramadan Lecture, held on Sunday in Lagos. He emphasised that Islam promotes peace and harmony, stressing that Muslim leaders have a vital role in spreading this …

The Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Obafemi Hamzat has assured Nigerian youth that in spite of challenges facing the country, there is hope for the youth. He also urged them to take advantage of opportunities available to them to become self-reliant. The deputy governor spoke at a National Youth Symposium with the theme ‘Nigeria: Guiding the youth on the path …

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has paid glowing tribute to Lagos Deputy Governor, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, on his 60th birthday, describing him as an esteemed colleague and trusted friend. In a special tribute by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu acknowledged Dr. Hamzat’s remarkable contributions to the development of Lagos State and Nigeria as a …

The Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, has urged youths to be innovative in their thinking, to drive progress and transformation in the country. In a statement on Sunday Hamzat gave the advice during his visit to Lateef Jakande Leadership Academy (LJLA). The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the deputy governor engaged the fellows of the academy in discussions, …

The way executives in Lagos State wear Yoruba caps defies the myth about whether one is single or married This photograph is not the youngest in town. It hit limelight about a week ago, coming with a post by the Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, as he welcomed the judgement of the Supreme Court which affirmed his re-election. Even …

Following the recent increase in the price of Petroleum Motor Spirit (PMS) as a result of the removal of subsidy, Lagos State Government has advised residents of the State against panic buying and hoarding of fuel. The state government also urged residents to stop patronising black marketers, saying with the new regime on petrol, market forces would determine the prices. …

The Lagos State Government has said that the will of the people prevailed in the last governorship polls in the State, adding that the opposition parties are bad losers. Fielding questions on Channels Television programme, Sunrise Daily on Tuesday, Deputy Governor, Dr Obafemi Hamzat said that out of the 13,345 polling units in the state, only about 349 had one …

Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Sunday sent warm greetings to his deputy, Dr Obafemi Hamzat as he marks his 58th birthday. In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Gboyega Akosile, the Governor described Hamzat, who clocks 58 on Monday, as a worthy ambassador, committed public servant and partner in the ‘Greater Lagos’ agenda. He said …