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NEMA Commiserates With Lagos Government Over Dosunmu Market Fire—-The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has commiserated with the Lagos State Government and traders at Dosunmu market over the inferno that led to the collapse of six buildings and impacted 16 others.

The Director-General, NEMA, Hajia Zubaida Umar, while speaking with newsmen at the scene of the fire incident at Dosunmu market, on Friday in Lagos, said the government displayed exemplary leadership.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Umar was in Lagos to commiserate with the state and ascertain the impact of the fire.

She commended the Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), the Lagos office of NEMA and the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service for diligently responding to the fire incident.

The D-G said her first port of call in Lagos was the governor’s office, and she described the governor as committed and dedicated.

She noted that the pronouncement of the governor had started impacting the market as residents had started bringing down their generators from the high rise buildings.

Umar said the zonal office of NEMA had a meeting with about 20 market associations about two weeks ago on the Island to work out prevention measures against incessant fire outbreaks.

According to her, LASEMA is doing its best to ensure the safety of lives and property of traders in Lagos markets.

She said emergency responders in the state would continue to sensitise Lagos residents on safety.

“NEMA is here to commiserate with the good people of Lagos state. We’re also here to work closely with Lagos on disaster management.

“Now that we have done this assessment, we’re going to sit back and see the needs and know what to do in terms of relief intervention, but most importantly, the way forward.

“I’m quite impressed with what the fire services have done in Lagos state.

“They were able to pull down some of the buildings around so that the fire does not spread all the way and they were able to contain it right behind where we are seeing the wreckage,” Umar said.

Also speaking, the Permanent Secretary of LASEMA, Dr Olufemi Osanyintolu, said the governor had taken clear ownership and provided political will on how to ensure safety of lives and property in the state.

Osanyintolu said the governor was at the scene of the incident and had a robust conversation with stakeholders at the market.

He said the governor advised property owners not to cut corners during the construction of their structures, adding that the right thing should be done to prevent future occurrence.

The permanent secretary advised Lagos residents to remain calm as the state government was on top of the challenges confronting them.

NAN reports that the Dosunmu inferno, which consumed property worth billions of naira is one too many.

Evacuation of the rubbles continues as smoke is still visibly coming out from some of the buildings that collapsed.

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Alpha Morgan Bank Reinforces Commitment to Education at Redeemer’s University Business School Commissioning

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Alpha Morgan Bank Reinforces Commitment to Education at Redeemer’s University Business School Commissioning

Alpha Morgan Bank has reaffirmed its commitment to education and institutional development through its support for the commissioning of the Redeemer’s University Business School.

 

The Business School was officially inaugurated by Pastor (Mrs.) Folu Adeboye, at the commissioning ceremony attended by distinguished guests including Her Excellency, Mrs. Bola Obasanjo; the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman, Governing Council of Redeemers University, Professor Oluwatoyin Ogundipe; the Vice Chancellor, Professor Shadrach Olufemi Akindele; and other notable dignitaries.

 

Speaking at the event, the Managing Director of Alpha Morgan Bank reiterated the  Bank’s commitment to supporting institutions that drive intellectual growth and national development.

 

As part of its broader focus on knowledge sharing and thought leadership, Alpha Morgan Bank will host its Economic Review Webinar in May 2026, bringing together experts to share insights on key economic trends and opportunities.

 

The Bank’s involvement reflects its continued dedication to empowering institutions and shaping the future of business and leadership in Nigeria.

 

 

Read more about Alpha Morgan Bank on www.alphamorganbank.com 

 

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Buratai, Fagbemi , Shagaya, Olofa, Others Eulogise Olowu Kuta’s Olori On 60th Birthday, Foundation Launch

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Buratai, Fagbemi , Shagaya, Olofa, Others Eulogise Olowu Kuta’s Olori On 60th Birthday, Foundation Launch Eminent personalities across the Nigeria stormed the TFK Event Centre, Bala Mohammed Way, Guzape, Abuja, to celebrate the 60th birthday of Olowu Kuta’s Olori, Queen Jumai Amoke and her Foundation Launch on Saturday 28, March 2026. From former Chief of Army Staff, Lt Gen TY Buratai rtd, to the Minister of Justice and Attorney-General of the Federation, Prince Lateef Fagbemi; Olofa of Offa, HRM Oba Mufutau Gbadamosi. Even top businesswoman and socialite, Chief (Mrs) Bola Shagaya, was in attendance. Other dignitaries were newly promoted Deputy Inspector-General of Police and former AIG Zone 2 , Lagos , Adegoke Fayoade, Major General Abdumalik, Major General Samuel Adebayo rtd (Fmr CDI); Major General Anthony Omozoje rtd (Fmr Copp); Alhaji Tajudeen Owoyemi (Asiwaju of Offa and CEO Radisson Hotel Nigeria; Dr Waheed Olagunju, former managing director of Bank of Industry,  Oniba of Iba,  Lagos State, HRM Oba Dr Suleiman Raji ; Justice Falola, Olu of Ile-Ogbo , Oba Adetoyese amongst many traditional rulers and captains of industry too numerous to mention. Speaking at the occasion, the Chief Host, Olowu of Kuta, HRM Oba Dr Adekunle Oyelude Makama, CON , Tegbosun iii, who is also the husband of the celebrant commended Queen Jumai for ‘ her slender arms full of kindness’ to establish such humanitarian Foundation, ‘Amoke Children and mother in Need Foundation’ at a time Nigerians are going through economic crisis occassioned by the global meltdown. Olowu also commended her steadfastness and love for the less privileged and downtrodden. The monarch refrenced the task before his wife’s humanitarian gesture said her best is yet to come. ” Olori Amoke Jumai, I celebrate you. You will celebrate 70, 80, 90 and continue to shine as you continue to put a smile on people’s faces. I love you, “Olowu Kuta added. To Lt Gen Buratai, a former army chief and former Nigerian Ambassador to Benin Republic, the reward of hard work is more work. Buratai, who also doubles as Balogun Agba of Owu Kuta, a chieftaincy title reserved for a generalismo congratulated Queen Jumai for attaining the age of 60 in good health. The retired army General said he’s not surprised by the turn out of eminent personalities across the country to celebrate the Olowu Kuta’s Olori because she merited it through her hospitality to all, adding that Allah the most merciful, most beneficial would accept all her act of ibadah. The minister of Justice, Prince Fagbemi, was full of praises for Queen Jumai for deeming it fit to have a place in her heart to accommodate the needy and less privileged in ‘our society.’ Prince Fagbemi urged the guests to contribute generously to support the Foundation in order to continue to alleviate poverty and put a smile on the faces of the people. ” I congratulate you on your 60th birthday and Foundation Launch. I wish you many happy returns of the day and many more fruitful services to the country and motherland”, Prince  Fagbemi added. The celebrant, Queen Jumai who was grining from ear to ear thankfully said she was excited by the turn out and the response of the people to her foundation. Queen Jumai, however, promised to continue to use her resources and donations received for the good of the needy and less privileged in the society. ” I want to appreciate my own Kabiesi Olofa of Offa , for his presence and im I’m using him as a point of contact to all other Kabiesis present here, the minister of justice and Attorney-General, you’re welcome, sir; Mrs Bola Shagaya, I salute your enterprise, Lt Gen Buratai,  I’m grateful, sir; DIG Fayoade, Justice Falola and other dignitaries too numerous to mention, I thank you, all.  To my darling husband, Kabiesi Olowu , I thank you immensely for your support. And to my family and friends, I thank you , all. E se pupo!”, she said.

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