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Ogun at 50: Abiodun declares Public Holiday Statewide

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 months ago

The government called on citizens to celebrate the milestone in an atmosphere of unity and peace, while reaffirming the administration’s…

Makoko Crisis: Lagos announces $2m Redevelopment plan after Demolition backlash

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 months ago

According to him, the $2 million earmarked for Makoko forms part of Lagos State’s commitment to improving living conditions, sanitation,…

Oyo @50: Govt approves early office closure on Tuesday

Oluwapelumi Oluwayemi

2 months ago

The Oyo State Government has approved the early closure of offices across all Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) to enable…

10 suspects, trucks arrested for Illegal mining in Kwara

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 months ago

The suspects were arrested for engaging in mining with obtaining requisite licences, permits, or regulatory approvals, Dele Oyewale, spokesperson for…

Adopt tax reforms now, FG tells Ondo Govt

Paul Dada

2 months ago

“Implement the new tax reform acts, enact the State Tax Harmonisation law to curb nuisance and illegal taxes,” he said.…

Empty streets in Anambra as IPOB praises sit-at-home

Femi Fabunmi

2 months ago

Powerful said the people had made it clear that they would not give up their leader because of threats or…

How to combat gender-based violence – Sanwo-Olu

Paul Dada

2 months ago

The governor said Lagos State has responded through policies, laws and institutions, including the Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency.

Nigerian High Commission settles outstanding bill after power cut in South Africa

Michael Adesina

2 months ago

The Nigerian High Commission in South Africa has cleared its outstanding utility bills following a power disconnection over unpaid debts.

NPA unveils schedule for 48 incoming ships to Lagos harbours

Paul Dada

2 months ago

The document noted that 10 ships and tanker vessels had already arrived the three ports, waiting to berth with crude…

Met Police Officer sacked after Misconduct Panel upholds Sexual Abuse allegations

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 months ago

Reacting to the outcome, Detective Chief Superintendent Andy Day described the victim’s decision to come forward as an act of…

NMDPRA raises alarm over recruitment scams targeting Nigerians

Paul Dada

2 months ago

According to NMDPRA, the fraudsters issue fake appointment letters, advertise roles that do not exist and demand large sums of…

LAWMA Enforcement Team sweeps Lagos Island, seizes carts, arrests one

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 months ago

Speaking on the exercise, the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of LAWMA, Muyiwa Gbadegesin, said the sustained enforcement drive was aimed…

Chaos on Third Mainland Bridge as fire engulfs bus

Paul Dada

2 months ago

“The incident has led to significant traffic congestion, with the backlog now extending to Adekunle. Motorists are advised to exercise…

Again, Peter Obi rejects VP role, declares 2027 presidential Bid

Femi Fabunmi

2 months ago

However, ADC is also considering other well-known politicians for the presidential ticket, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former…

How Murtala Muhammed was killed – Daughter

Oluwapelumi Oluwayemi

2 months ago

Aisha Muhammed, daughter of Nigeria’s former Head of State, Murtala Ramat Muhammed, has said her father’s simple lifestyle and leadership…

Gas Boost for Nigeria: Dangote secures supply agreement with NNPCL

Femi Fabunmi

2 months ago

said the plan aims to increase gas production to 10 billion cubic feet per day by 2027 and 12 billion…

Midnight dumping foiled as LAWMA arrests suspect, seizes carts

Paul Dada

2 months ago

He said that LAWMA enforcement officers intercepted several waste carts at Isale-Eko during the coordinated dawn operation across key locations…

Security Alert: Police warn NLC, TUC over Feb. 3 rally

Paul Dada

2 months ago

However, the police, in a statement on Monday by the Police Public Relations Officer, Josephine Adeh, acknowledged the right to…

Forfeiture Fight: Malami moves to unblock three properties

Paul Dada

2 months ago

Justice Nwite granted the order following an ex-parte motion moved by the EFCC’s lawyer, Ekele Iheanacho, SAN.

South Africa disconnects power at Nigerian High Commission

Michael Adesina

2 months ago

South African authorities have disconnected electricity supply to the Nigerian High Commission over unpaid utility bills, the City of Tshwane…

APC accuses ADC of disinformation over party enrolment

Paul Dada

2 months ago

“That claim is entirely false and baseless, and seeks to cast a shadow over the cutting-edge and pathbreaking digitisation of…

Dating app predator jailed for kidnapping women

Michael Adesina

2 months ago

A violent serial domestic abuser who kidnapped and terrorised two women he met on dating apps has been sentenced to…

Explainer: Nine Misleading Claims Fueling Makoko Demolition Narrative

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 months ago

The recent demolition of some waterfront structures in Makoko, Lagos, has triggered widespread emotional reactions, and viral claims on social…

Princess Oyefusi Urges Tinubu to Sign Electoral Act Amendment Before Party Primaries

Abimbola Aderinola

2 months ago

The memorandum, dated February 2, 2026, and issued from the Royal Castle of Mercy, Lowa, Ikorodu, frames the proposed amendment…

Makoko evictions against the Law, Supreme Court Has Ruled – Falana

Femi Fabunmi

2 months ago

Human rights lawyer, Femi Falana, has said that demolishing homes or forcing people to leave waterfront communities like Makoko is…

New evidence from Egypt emerges, suggesting Biblical giants were real

Michael Adesina

2 months ago

A 3,300-year-old Egyptian document, recently resurfaced from the British Museum, is sparking fresh debate over the possibility that the giants…

Kano governor Yusuf approves fresh appointments

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 months ago

Yusuf urged the appointees to justify the confidence reposed in them through hard work, transparency, and loyalty to the “Kano…

Yelwata Killings: FG slams 57 new counts aginst suspects

Paul Dada

2 months ago

The defendants are alleged to have executed the attack on 13 June 2025, during which numerous homes were set ablaze,…

2027 at risk as Senate drags feet on electoral reforms – Falana

Paul Dada

2 months ago

“This rigmarole is meant to give the impression to Nigerians that the proposed Electoral Act is being addressed,” Falana said.

Sit-At-Home: Onitsha market traders reopen shops following Soludo’s order

Michael Adesina

2 months ago

Traders at the Onitsha Main Market have resumed business operations, complying with a directive from Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra…

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