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  • #EndSARSMemorial : Sanwo-Olu orders release of protesters arrested in Lagos

    #EndSARSMemorial : Sanwo-Olu orders release of protesters arrested in Lagos

    Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Thursday ordered the police to release all End SARS protesters arrested in the state.

    The commemoration of the October 20 Lekki toll gate shooting by the military took place on Wednesday.

    Sanwo-Olu directed that all innocent and peaceful citizens picked up be freed immediately.

    Only the man caught at the toll gate with dangerous weapons, including a machete, will be prosecuted.

    “Everyone arrested in connection with the protest have all been released, except an individual that was caught with dangerous weapons.

    “He who confessed to the police that he joined the protest to cause mayhem,” the governor disclosed.

    Sanwo-Olu commended the police for being alive with its responsibility to identify and isolate troublemakers from among law-abiding people.

    The Lagos helmsman appealed to youths to be stakeholders in the development of the state and reiterated his commitment to reconciliation.

    Sanwo-Olu urged them to join the rebuilding effort to restore the operating capacity of institutions affected in the destruction recorded in 2020.

  • Sanwo-Olu Signs Administration Of Criminal Justice Amendment Law 2021

    Sanwo-Olu Signs Administration Of Criminal Justice Amendment Law 2021

    The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Tuesday signed the Administration of Criminal Justice (Amendment) Law (ACJL) 2021.

    The ACJL was first passed in Lagos State in 2007 and amended in 2011 to ensure the fundamental rights of suspects and persons that come into contact with the justice system, as enshrined in the constitution are protected.

    Governor Sanwo-Olu’s assent to the bill is in a bid to further strengthen the justice system, promote the rights of victims and suspects, as well as address the issue of delay in the administration of criminal justice in Lagos State.

    However, key innovative provisions have been introduced as amendments to the Law.

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    The provisions include conducting criminal proceedings through audio and video conferencing platform, powers of Chief Magistrate to visit Police Stations, prohibition of media parade of suspects, compensation to victims of crime, protective measures for victims and witnesses, as well as the establishment of a Crime Data Register and the Criminal Justice Sector Reform Committee to monitor the implementation of this Law.

    The bill also reinforces the commitment of Governor Sanwo-Olu to the promotion of law and order, protection of rights of citizens, decongestion of correctional facilities, and ensuring a crime-free society in Lagos State.

    The Ministry of Justice through a collaborative effort with stakeholders in the administration of criminal justice will ensure the provisions of this law are enforced.

  • Sanwo-Olu hosts Ikorodu Bois, says ‘We are proud of you’

    Sanwo-Olu hosts Ikorodu Bois, says ‘We are proud of you’

    The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has taken to his verified Twitter account to share pictures of when he hosted the talented Ikorodu Bois in his office. The comedy group paid the governor a courtesy visit.

    In his post, the Governor mentioned that the young boys’ creativity put them and Ikorodu on the world map.

    The Governor tweeted, “Today, I welcomed generational film-making talent @IkoroduB, whose creativity has put them and Ikorodu on the global map of international platforms like Netflix, earned them a nomination at the Nickelodeon Kids Choice Awards and put their faces on billboards in Times Square, NY.

    “As a state, we are proud of them and I thank them for visiting me today. We are committed to developing creative talent in Lagos as we continue to serve as the premiere destination for musical, art and creative talent generation in Africa.”

    The comic group consists of Muiz Sanni (15), Malik Sanni (10) and Fawas (13). They are known for remaking, mimicking and recreating multi-million dollar music videos, movie scenes and movie trailers using ordinary household items.

    They seem to be on a roll this year as a few days ago, popular American Talk Show host, Steve Harvey, took to his verified Twitter account with about 4.2 million followers to hail the Nigerian internet sensation

    The iconic American entertainer gave the lads a thumb up by posting on his Twitter a video of one of the youngsters standing in front of a television set as he mimicked one of his messages, which was delivered on his programme, Motivation.

    Hollywood director, Zack Snyder, had a virtual video where he made it known that he loves the Ikorodu Bois’ remake of his movie trailer, Army of the Dead.

    Last year, the Ikorodu Bois drew the attention of the producers of the movie, Russo Brothers, following the remake of the movie trailer, Extraction.

    After watching their remake, in a tweet, the Russo Brothers expressed excitement at the remake and invited the trio to the world premiere of their Netflix action film sequel.

    Also, Netflix — a US media service and streaming giant — enlisted Ikorodu Bois for its campaign to mark this year’s edition of the Oscars.

    Moreso, the skit makers were nominated for the Favourite African Social Media Star’ category at the 2021 Nickelodeon’s Kids’ Choice Awards. However, they lost out to Nigerian comedienne, Emmanuella.

  • Gov Sanwo-Olu Commences COVID-19 Treatment

    Gov Sanwo-Olu Commences COVID-19 Treatment

    Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State is now undergoing treatment, following the PCR test confirming that he has contacted COVID-19.

    The governor who is said to have contracted the virus following contact with an infected aide is now being tended to at his home.

    Revealing this on Saturday, the Honourable Commissioner for Health of Lagos State, Professor Akin Abayomi said the governor is receiving treatment and is being closely monitored by the very experienced State COVID-19 clinical team from IDH Yaba.

    Professor Abayomi stressed that Sanwo-Olu is doing well on treatment and rest, adding that the experts are confident that the governor will recover quickly and clear the virus.

    The commissioner said the government is seeing a slight increase in the number of COVID-19 positive cases in clusters within Lagos.

    He advised all residents and visitors to strictly adhere to the prescribed advisories of safe distancing, mask-wearing, good hand and respiratory hygiene and avoidance of unnecessary or large gatherings.

    According to him, the festive season is likely to create the opportunity for the virus to spread if people are not compliant with the regulations established by the Presidential Task Force (PTF) for inbound travellers.

    He said all inbound travelers must be COVID-19 negative by PCR before they board a flight to Nigeria and must self-isolate on arrival and undergo a pre-booked test on day 7 of arrival in Nigeria.

    “Lagosians should keep celebrations to a minimum and be observant and responsible in their interactions.

    “The significant gains achieved to date in containing COVID-19 in Lagos, which has allowed us to carefully re-open the economy, must not be reversed,” Professor Abayomi stated.

    He warned that no one is immune to the virus, adding that COVID-19 is certainly still circulating in the community.

    The commissioner urged everyone to join in praying and wishing the Incident Commander of the Lagos State COVID-19 response Mr Babajide Sanwo-olu a speedy recovery so he can return to normal duties as soon as possible.

  • Gov Sanwo-Olu tests positive for COVID-19

    Gov Sanwo-Olu tests positive for COVID-19

    Lagos state governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has tested positive for COVID19.

    The state Commissioner for Health, Akin Abayomi, disclosed this on Twitter on Saturday evening, December 12.

    On Friday December 11, Governor Sanwo-Olu went into isolation after one of his aides tested positive for the novel virus.

    Abayomi’s statement reads

    ”Following Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s exposure to a confirmed case of COVID-19, a PCR test performed yesterday, the 11th of December, has confirmed that he has indeed been infected with the virus, which is supported by mild symptoms and fatigue typical of a mild case of COVID.

    Mr. Governor is receiving treatment and is being closely monitored at home by the very experienced State COVID-19 clinical team from IDH Yaba.

    Mr. Sanwo-Olu is doing well on treatment and rest and we are confident that he will recover quickly and clear the virus. We are seeing slightly increasing number of COVID-19 positive cases in clusters in Lagos and all residents and visitors should strictly adhere to the prescribed advisories of safe distancing, mask-wearing, good hand and respiratory hygiene and avoidance of unnecessary or large gatherings.

    The festive season is likely to create the opportunity for the virus to spread if we are not compliant with the regulations established by the Presidential Task Force (PTF) for inbound travellers and the festive season celebrations. All inbound travellers must be COVID-19 negative by PCR before they board a flight to Nigeria and must self-isolate on arrival and undergo a pre-booked test on Day Seven of arrival in Nigeria.

    Lagosians should keep celebrations to a minimum and be observant and responsible in their interactions. The significant gains achieved to date in containing COVID-19 in Lagos, which has allowed us to carefully reopen the economy, must not be reversed.

    No one is immune to this virus and it is certainly still circulating in the community.

    Please join me in praying and wishing the Incident Commander of the Lagos State COVID-19 response, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, a speedy recovery so he can return to normal duties as soon as possible.

    I will be keeping the public informed regularly of Mr. Governor’s recovery and wellbeing.

    Professor Akin Abayomi

    Honourable Commissioner for Health

    12th December 2020”

  • Gov Sanwo-Olu apologies for yesterday’s gun attack at the Lekki tollgate #EndSARS protest

    Gov Sanwo-Olu apologies for yesterday’s gun attack at the Lekki tollgate #EndSARS protest

    Governor Sanwo-Olu has apologized for every ”action and inaction” that took place at the Lekki tollgate on Tuesday night, October 20.

    Gunshots were fired at the End SARS protesters who gathered at the Lekki tollgate last night. 

    The governor on Wednesday afternoon, October 21, took to his Instagram page to apologize for the incident. His post reads

    ”Yesterday’s events were no doubt some of the darkest gradients of our history as a State and as a people. As you are aware, I have been engaging the #EndSARS protesters since the protests started.

    There are no excuses for the unfortunate incident that took place last night, and as the Governor, I apologize for every action and inaction.

    I would like you to know that I am for you, I am with you, and I understand that indeed you’re not happy with the turn of events last night.
    I want to once again, and passionately from the depth of my heart appeal to our teeming youths, to our protesters that you should please give peace a chance.
    There have been several reported cases of arson, and of destruction of properties this morning.

    We want to plead with parents, we want to appeal to guardians, I want to appeal to our citizens, especially our youths. I feel the pain, and I want to say once again that as your Governor, I will continue to ensure that every life does matter.”