Author: Kazeem Ugbodaga
Hamzat votes in Epe, praises peaceful LG election process
Commenting on the voter turnout, the deputy governor noted, “So far, so good. It’s early to assess turnout, but it’s…
Sanwo-Olu votes, says LG elections going on smoothly, despite logistic challenges
The governor also praised the peaceful weather and the enthusiasm of voters, urging citizens to exercise their civic rights responsibly.
Mass Apathy rocks Lagos LG elections as LASIEC fumbles
In multiple locations, electoral officials arrived hours behind schedule, with many polling units not receiving ballot papers until past 10:00…
N326.4M, $480K, Luxury cars seized in massive Lagos bank fraud bust
Investigations revealed that Atus Homes Limited fraudulently received N681.2 million from 126 customer accounts, while Fav Oil & Gas Limited…
Showdown in Abuja: Suswam’s N3.1 billion fraud case nears dramatic ruling
A written address accompanying the application was served on July 10, 2025. The defense urged the court to adopt the…
All On invests $250,000 in enee.io to boost energy access in Nigeria
The company’s solutions align with All On’s mission to support scalable clean energy businesses that address Nigeria’s energy access gap.
Sanwo-Olu urges massive turnout for Lagos LG elections
To ensure a secure and credible electoral process, Sanwo-Olu announced that security agencies have been strategically deployed across polling units…
Jubilation to humiliation: Okpebholo’s fans shut out of Government House
Upon arrival, security operatives informed the crowd that only Very Important Personalities (VIPs) would be granted entry for refreshments, leaving…
How British-Nigerian Nurse Iwuh lured, raped woman in London, now to rot in jail
The victim bravely reported the assault to the Metropolitan Police that same evening using an online reporting tool. During the…
Deeper Life Rejects Surulere LG’s ₦10m ‘Insult’, secures Court control over demolished property
Kupolati noted that despite the church’s proposal for a peaceful resolution, “there was no response whatsoever from the local government,”…
Fast-Track Constitution Review Process: Ogundoyin urges National Assembly
Speaking on behalf of Speakers from all 36 State Houses of Assembly, Ogundoyin reaffirmed the commitment of state legislatures to…
Lagos reopens Purple Mall after tragic death sparks uproar
Wahab acknowledged the public outcry that followed the incident, particularly on social media, where accusations were directed at regulatory bodies…
Lagosians and the Coming Local Government Elections
Coming into this year’s election, the Lagos LASIEC is better positioned with stronger systems, deeper reforms, and bold new steps…
Troops gun down 24 Boko Haram, ISWAP fighters in Borno, Adamawa
Later that night, troops intercepted and gunned down two insurgents transporting logistics in Kawuri, Konduga Local Government Area, with additional…
Nigerian Stock Market on fire: Investors pocket ₦212 billion in one day
The session ended with a strong market breadth, as 60 stocks recorded gains while 21 closed in the red. Leading…
NABTEB bombshell: Over 60% fail 2025 Federal Technical Colleges entrance exam
Of this number, 9,389 candidates, representing 39 percent, scored 50 percent and above. Just 316 candidates, or 1.31 percent, attained…
EFCC probes Indian passenger over undeclared $29,000 intercepted at Lagos Airport
He added that the money, the suspect’s passport, and accompanying documents had been formally handed to the EFCC for further…
Global beverage giants slam WHO over ‘useless’ Sugar Tax push
This concern was expressed by the Executive Director of the International Council of Beverages Associations (ICBA), Kate Loatman, in a…
U.S. cracks down on Iran’s secret Oil Empire with sweeping sanctions
The sanctions, enacted under the counterterrorism authority of Executive Order 13224 (as amended), focus on a sophisticated “shadow banking” system…
ADC shakes up Nigeria’s political landscape with new State Chairmen unveiled
The announcement, made by the party's National Secretariat, aims to enhance coordination and leadership at the state level as the…
Dangote Refinery slashes Petrol price again, second reduction in nine days
The successive price adjustments aim to lower the cost at which fuel marketers procure petrol, potentially reducing retail pump prices…
Lagos Assembly advances landmark Railway, Energy Bills to reshape State infrastructure
Leading the debate on the Railway Corporation Bill, Majority Leader Hon. Noheem Adams, who also sponsored the private-member bill, described…
Warning! All may not be well at 1AM: Ecobank drops ominous notice
The bank further noted that during this maintenance window, customers may experience intermittent service disruptions when attempting to use their…
Lagos ignites education firepower with 1,500 new teaching recruits
He urged the inductees to embrace technology as an essential tool in the delivery of quality education, noting that the…
27 years on: Hafsat Abiola, Odumakin lead emotional tribute to MKO
The statement recounted how Abiola, a Muslim, thrived at Baptist Boys High School, benefiting from missionary scholarships, and went on…
Truck looting syndicate busted: RRS nabs notorious Taiwo Hassan
According to preliminary investigations, Hassan and his gang routinely intercept moving trucks at night, discreetly offload part of the cargo,…
Nigeria’s Parliament clash: Senate rejects House’s delay accusations
The House had recently threatened to halt consideration of Senate-originated bills, citing delays in the red chamber’s concurrence on over…
Bello’s N110.4bn Fraud Saga: Court fixes date to decide on UK Medical escape bid
Daudu supported the application with a 22-paragraph affidavit sworn by Bello, accompanied by medical reports from Confluence University of Science…
N600m, $50,000 fraud trial: Court revokes bail of Agribusiness boss over forged medical report
The decision was handed down on Tuesday, July 8, in connection with Toyosi's ongoing trial for an alleged investment fraud…
Charity Bridge raid: 14 nabbed in Lagos crackdown on miscreants, street traders
Those arrested are Kayode Solomon, 30; Destiny Chima, 48; Abdullahi Saidu, 25; Egbe Robinson, 20; Ekundayo John, 18; Francis David,…