Fashola news

Here are some recent news updates about Babatunde Fashola, the former Governor of Lagos State and current Minister of Works and Housing in Nigeria:

Recent News

  1. Fashola's Response to Lagos-Ibadan Expressway Potholes: In response to the numerous complaints about the poor state of the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, Fashola has assured Nigerians that the Federal Government is working to fix the road. He attributed the potholes to the heavy rainfall experienced in the country. (Source: Vanguard)
  2. Fashola's Plan to Revamp Nigeria's Infrastructure: Fashola has revealed plans to revamp Nigeria's infrastructure, including the construction of new roads, bridges, and airports. He also emphasized the need for private sector participation in infrastructure development. (Source: ThisDay)
  3. Fashola's Appointment as Minister of Works and Housing: In 2019, Fashola was appointed as the Minister of Works and Housing by President Muhammadu Buhari. He has been working to implement the Federal Government's infrastructure development plans. (Source: Premium Times)
  4. Fashola's Response to Lagos State's Traffic Woes: Fashola has advised Lagos State to adopt a multi-modal transportation system to alleviate traffic congestion in the state. He also suggested the construction of more roads and bridges to improve traffic flow. (Source: The Punch)
  5. Fashola's Support for the Development of Nigeria's Rail Sector: Fashola has expressed support for the development of Nigeria's rail sector, which he believes has the potential to transform the country's economy. He has also called for the privatization of the Nigerian Railway Corporation. (Source: Leadership)

Past News

  1. Fashola's Tenure as Governor of Lagos State: Fashola served as the Governor of Lagos State from 2007 to 2015. During his tenure, he implemented several infrastructure development projects, including the construction of new roads, bridges, and public transportation systems. (Source: The Guardian)
  2. Fashola's Response to the 2012 Fuel Subsidy Removal: Fashola was a key player in the removal of fuel subsidy in 2012. He argued that the removal of the subsidy would help to reduce corruption and improve the country's economy. (Source: The Punch)
  3. Fashola's Support for the Development of Nigeria's Power Sector: Fashola has been a strong advocate for the development of Nigeria's power sector. He has called for the privatization of the power sector and the introduction of new technologies to improve power generation and distribution. (Source: The Nation)