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Work in progress by the LSG to pay CPS Pensioners their benefits.

By Afolabi Oyekunle. Contributory Pensioners in Lagos state have been assured that the Lagos state government is in the process of paying their benefits, despite the initial delay. The assurance was given by the NUPCPS Chairman in Lagos state, Comrade Michael Omisande. NUPCPS Chairman Comrade Michael Omisande/ LSG Babajide Sanwoolu. "I wish to inform you that we are making progress as the government is cooperating very well on the matter. I want to assure you that there is no delay tactics employed by the government and no Compromise on the part of the Union." Comrade Omisande laid the blame of the delay at the doorsteps of the Director General of LASPEC, Mr. Babalola Obilana  for his incompetence and manipulation to deprive the Pensioners of their benefits.     DG LASPEC Mr. Babalola Obilana According to him, Laspec was passing negative information to the government as per pensions matter in the state.  "Many revelations came up as product of...
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Stakeholders call for greater integration of rail, road and sea towards economy growth.

By Afolabi Oyekunle. Stakeholders in the transportation industry are unanimous of the need of greater integration of all means of) transport, road, rail, water  and air systems to boost economy growth and development of the country. They spoke yesterday at the 2026 Transport Industry Summit organised by the Transportation Correspondents Association of Nigeria (TCAN)  with the Theme, "Unlocking Economic Growth Through Transportation Logistics." According to them an efficient multimodal logistics system is critical to reducing business costs, improving movement of goods and driving economic growth. Speaking at the summit, the Managing Director of the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC), Dr Kayode Opeifa, said transportation should be treated as a major driver of productivity, trade, industrial development, employment and national competitiveness.            NRC MD. Dr. Kayode Opeifa Dr. Opeifa represented by his special adviser on media, ...
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Obayendo Calls for Transport Sector Overhaul, Integrated System to Unlock Nigeria’s Economy

By Afolabi Oyekunle. Technical Adviser to the Vice President on Transportation, Logistics and Innovation, Prince Segun Ochuko Obayendo, wants t he Federal Government  to accelerate the transformation of Nigeria’s transportation and logistics system through greater integration of road, rail, waterways, ports and other modes of transport, with technology and professionals.                    Prince Obayendo           He said this   yesterday  at the 2026 Transport Industry Summit organised by the Transportation Correspondents Association of Nigeria (TCAN) at the Radisson Hotel in Lagos. Obayendo said Nigeria could not unlock its economic potential without addressing the structural weaknesses in its transport and logistics system, arguing that delays, fragmented modes of transportation, multiple checkpoints, insecurity, poor coordination and informality in the road transport sector we...
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Dangote Group to continue prioritizing road safety.

Dangote cement and its subsidiaries will continue to prioritize road safety and ensure its drivers comply with safety standards. This assurance was given today by the Head of  Transport, Dangote Cement Plc, Mr. Murilo Silva,  during the presentation of an award, "TCAN Champion of Transport Industry Development" to the organisation  at this year 2026 Transport Industry Summit of Transportation Correspondents Association of Nigeria held at Radisson Hotel, G.R.A. Ikeja.                Mr. Murilo Silva. He said Dangote Cement would continue to monitor its drivers using modern equipment to ensure they comply with speed limit and all other standard. Mr. Silva with TCAN President Tola Adenubi and others. He commended the Transport Correspondents Association of Nigeria (TCAN) for valuing the services of Dangote Cement. Other organisations presented awards were NPA, NIWA, LASWA, NRC, Sifax logistics, Nugerdock FZE, LA...
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NSITF now digital, efficient; reforms translating into expanded coverage for workers... Faleye

By Afolabi Oyekunle. The Managing Director of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF), Mr  Oluwaseun Faleye, said the Fund has moved decisively from manual, top-heavy operations to a more digital, efficient and accountable institution in the last two years. Faleye made this assertion, Monday, September 21, 2026, when he received the Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment, Dr. Kamil A. Shoretire, on a familiarisation visit to the NSITF Headquarters in Abuja. Welcoming the Permanent Secretary and his entourage, the NSITF boss said the visit offered an opportunity to share first-hand the Fund's reform journey, present realities and aspirations.      PS Shoretire/ NSITF MD. Giving details of his stewardship, the NSITF MD said when the current Management assumed office in July 2024, it met an institution with significant reliance on manual processes, a management structure heavily concentrated at the top, career stagnation, gaps...
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GOV Abiodun Appoints Mrs Omotayo Oso, SUBEB Secretary.

B y Afolabi Oyekunle. Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has approved the appointment of Mrs Olubunmi Omotayo Oso as Secretary of the Ogun State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB). The appointment, according to the Head of Service, Mr Iskeel Olanrewaju Saka, is aimed at strengthening leadership continuity and improving operational efficiency in the state’s basic education administration.          Governor Dapo Abiodun Saka said the appointment was made in accordance with the Ogun State Universal Basic Education Board Law, 2005, and established procedures for appointing qualified officers to senior positions in the state public service. He charged Mrs. Oso to deploy her wealth of experience and professional expertise to advance the implementation of the state’s education policies and contribute to the realisation of the “Building Our Future Together” agenda of the Abiodun administration. Oso, born on November 21, 1972, joined the Ogun Stat...
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For its efforts to prioritize safety, LASWA distributes life jackets to riverine people in Lagos areas.

By Afolabi Oyekunle As part of its commitment to promoting water safety and protecting lives across Lagos waterways, the Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA) has distributed over 250 life jackets to riverine communities across Lagos, including Ito-Osun, Saga, Abomiti, Emina, Itake and Yegunda in Epe, as well as Sagbokoji and Takwa Bay.       Several of the beneficiaries LASWA said the initiative was aimed at strengthening water safety awareness and ensuring that residents and waterway users have access to essential personal safety equipment while navigating the waterways. "Beyond the distribution of life jackets, LASWA continues to engage with riverine communities, encouraging safe practices, responsible use of the waterways and greater awareness of the importance of personal protective equipment."       Part of the life saving jackets "Through sustained community engagement and safety initiatives, LASWA remains committed to build...
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