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•Says govt set aside $2 million since 2021 for redevelopment of Makoko waterfront The Lagos State Government on Monday declared that the recent demolitions in Makoko were part of a broader, statewide safety and environmental policy aimed at preventing disasters linked to unsafe settlements, fire outbreaks, and high-risk infrastructure locations. The State Government made the declaration during a press conference by the Special Adviser to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on eGIS and Urban Development, Dr. Olajide Babatunde, at the Bagauda Kaltho Press Centre, Alausa. Dr. Babatunde, flanked by the Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Mr. Gbenga Omotoso, and Special Adviser to the Governor on Media and Publicity, Mr. Gboyega Akosile, and other state officials, said Lagos State’s intervention in Makoko was driven primarily by the need to protect lives, particularly in areas located in close proximity to high-tension power lines. He said the Lagos State Government remains committed to impr...

The Africa's global bank, United Bank for Africa (UBA), is pleased to announce the appointment of Loknath Mishra as the new CEO of UBA UK. With a wealth of experience spanning decades in wholesale and transaction banking, Loknath brings a high level of expertise and leadership to UBA UK. Loknath's strong track record in regulated UK markets makes him the ideal candidate to steer UBA UK towards greater heights. His appointment marks a significant milestone in the bank's growth strategy, and stakeholders are eager to see the impact of his leadership. In a position paper made available to Cerutti Media subsidiary platform World Industries Leaders Magazine International Online, UBA expressed its confidence in Loknath's ability to drive the bank's vision forward. "We are delighted to welcome Loknath as our new CEO," said the bank. Loknath's experience in wholesale and transaction banking will undoubtedly be a game-changer for UBA UK. His leadership will ena...