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Lagos State govt signs agreement for 704-unit housing estate project in Ikorodu
The Lagos State Government has officially signed an agreement for the development of a major housing project in Ikorodu.
The Odonla-Odugunyan housing estate project, set to cover an expansive 9.98 hectares of land, will feature 704 modern 2-bedroom apartments across 44 blocks.
The announcement was conveyed via the official Facebook page of the Lagos State Government on Friday.
Accompanying the post was a picture of the Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, flanked by his Deputy, Obafemi Hamzat, and two other individuals. Each person was seen holding up a copy of the apparent agreement, signifying that the governor had signed the deal on behalf of Lagos State.
“The Lagos State Government has signed the Odonla-Odugunyan housing estate project that will cover an impressive 9.98 hectares of land. It will feature 704 units spread across 44 blocks, all consisting of modern 2-bedroom apartments,” the post read.
This initiative is part of the government’s broader effort to address the growing demand for affordable housing in the state.
The project is expected to offer modern living solutions for residents of the state seeking quality housing outside the central urban areas of Lagos.
The Odonla-Odugunyan housing estate is a major step toward addressing Lagos’ housing deficit, with 704 units offering contemporary living spaces that include two bedrooms, a living room, a kitchen, and modern amenities.
This project aligns with the Lagos State Government’s ongoing efforts to close the housing gap and provide affordable housing options through programs like the Rent-To-Own Program and the Lagos Home Ownership Mortgage Scheme (Lagos HOMS).
The Rent-To-Own Program allows prospective homeowners to make a modest 5% down payment, move into their homes immediately, and then pay the balance as rent over a 10-year period. To qualify for this program, applicants must be residents of Lagos, first-time homebuyers aged 21 or older, tax-compliant, and able to meet affordability criteria, ensuring that their monthly payments do not exceed 33% of their income.
Meanwhile, Lagos HOMS, managed by the Lagos Mortgage Board, offers first-time buyers access to mortgage financing for affordable homes. Under this scheme, applicants are required to contribute up to 30% of the property’s value, with the remaining balance spread over a 10-year period.
The program prioritizes equitable homeownership, prohibits subletting, and ensures transparency through a structured pre-qualification and draw process, guaranteeing that all participants have a fair opportunity to own a home.
Source: Nairametrics
By Francesca Hangeior
President Bola Tinubu has stated that the Federal Government is taking concrete steps to protect the dignity and future of every Nigerian child, even as he said plans have been concluded to establish a Child Protection and Development Agency to coordinate all issues affecting Nigerian children in a unified and focused manner.
Tinubu spoke on Thursday during the first regional meeting of the Africa Pathfinder Countries of the Global Alliance on Ending Violence Against Children.
The event was held at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. The president was represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima.
Tinubu said his administration is taking concrete steps to protect the dignity and future of every Nigerian child.
“Our legal frameworks reflect our conviction. From the Child Rights Act to the Violence Against Persons (Prohibition) Act, Nigeria has laid down the statutory foundation for the protection of children.
“But legislation alone does not shield the vulnerable — it is the will behind those laws, and the systems that enforce them, that make the difference.
“That is why our national strategy also embraces prevention and early intervention.
“We are strengthening families and communities through programmes that promote positive parenting, challenge harmful social norms, and provide targeted support to vulnerable households. But we must be honest with ourselves. We cannot protect the child by merely reciting the anthems of their struggles or romanticising their vulnerability, Tinubu said.
He stated that the real hope lies in action — concrete, deliberate action.
“Our commitment must run deep, reaching into the very architecture of our education and health systems. This is the soul of our human capital development strategy,” he said.
Tinubu added that every Nigerian child should grow and learn in a safe environment.
“We aim to ensure that every Nigerian child has the opportunity to grow, learn, and thrive in a safe and nurturing environment. This is not simply a policy objective; it is a moral obligation.
“We are investing in safe schools and embedding socio-emotional learning into our national curriculum.
“We are rolling out the National Guidelines on Alternative Care to ensure that even children without parental care are raised in love, safety, and stability,” he said.
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, JAMB, on Friday announced the release of the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination, UTME, results.
The board disclosed that it is withholding the results of 39,834 candidates over issues relating to examination irregularities.
Recall that over 1.9 million applicants participated in the just-concluded exercise.
JAMB also disclosed that 80 suspects across the country are currently under interrogation for examination fraud, with Anambra State leading the pack with 14 suspects.
JAMB Registrar, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, stated this on Friday while officially releasing the 2025 UTME.
He also disclosed that while 467 underage candidates met the prescribed minimum score, 50 were engaged in cheating scandal.
A press conference to this effect is ongoing.
Details coming…
The Oloba of Oba-Ile in Akure North Council Area of Ondo State, Oba Joseph Oluwadare Agunbiade, Otutubiosun 1
has joined his ancestors.
Oba Agunbiade who passed on Friday morning reigned for 39 years .
He was aged 84 years.
Sources told newsmen that traditional announcement of the monarch’s demise is however being awaited.
Details shortly…
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