Metro

Drama as ex-convict escapes from courtroom before bagging 3 years jail term

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

Bello escaped when the magistrate, Mrs O.O. Latunji, stepped briefly into her chamber to write her judgment and it took…

Breaking: Sanwo-Olu signs landmark Lagos Electricity Bill into Law

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

During his address at the signing, Sanwo-Olu described the law as a paradigm shift that would reshape the power landscape…

How Lagos female banker Olubunmi allegedly stole ₦116m from customers’ accounts

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

The alleged fraud came to light after customers lodged complaints with the management of Seedwest Limited, prompting an internal review…

Spare parts scandal: Lagos Sales Manager Okeke charged with ₦100M theft allegations

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

According to the prosecutor, ASP Francis Igbinosa, the offences were committed between 2022 and 2024 at Block D4, Shop 14,…

The Potter’s House announces “Walk for Life” to promote faith, wellness

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

The walk will cover a route beginning at The Potter’s House, proceeding to the National Stadium, through Costain, and back…

Plan your movement: Lagos shuts down key Victoria Island road for Christmas Parade

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

He explained that motorists heading to Eko Hotel Roundabout from VCP Hotel would be diverted to Jubril Martins Street, turning…

Women farmers urge action against GBV

Paul Dada

1 year ago

Sunday stressed that tackling GBV was essential for achieving food security, economic growth, and sustainable development

Fire service saves 25 lives, property worth N78.5bn in three months

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

According to the statistics, six lives were lost and property worth N11.3bn were destroyed in 288 fire incidents across the…

Okpebholo reinstates AAU lecturers sacked by Obaseki

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

Governor Okpebholo’s administration emphasised its commitment to justice and fairness, stating: “The Government of Senator Monday Okpebholo believes in the…

Sanwo-Olu charges 2,000 technical college graduates to utilise skills to transform society

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

The governor celebrated not just the academic and technical achievements of over 2,000 graduates but also the remarkable potential they…

Safety Commission, LASEPA amplify anti-smoking campaign in Lagos

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

Speaking on the initiative, the Director-General of LSSC, Mr. Lanre Mojola, outlined the health hazards of indoor smoking, including its…

Flood: NEMA distributes relief materials to 198 households in Kano

Paul Dada

1 year ago

Speaking on behalf of other beneficiaries, Muhammad Umar, commended NEMA for the gesture and promised to make judicious use of…

Shocking trend: Surge in abandoned babies in FCT sparks outrage

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

In a statement shared on her social media handle, Adeh urged men to reconsider their actions, stating, "If you are…

GBV: Men also cry

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

Similarly, data from the Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency revealed that the state recorded 24,009 SGBV cases, between…

Plan your movement: Lagos shuts popular bridge in Apapa 81 days for repairs

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

Oluwaseun Osiyemi, Commissioner for Transportation, in a statement on Sunday said motorists are advised to use alternative routes during the…

Brazil-returnee Ezeokoli swallows 700g of cocaine, nabbed by NDLEA

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

NDLEA's spokesman, Femi Babafemi, in a statement on Sunday said the 59-year-old Ezeokoli was arrested on Friday 29th November 2024…

AFIT Commandant issues strict warning on drug abuse

Oluwapelumi Oluwayemi

1 year ago

Speaking at the 8th combined matriculation ceremony held in Kaduna on Saturday, AVM Rabe emphasized the institution's zero-tolerance policy towards…

Ogun Immigration boosts ETC process amid surge in passport applications

Oluwapelumi Oluwayemi

1 year ago

This improvement is part of ongoing efforts to enhance the services offered by the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS).

Take ownership of your own sanitation agenda – Minister urges Nigerians

Oluwapelumi Oluwayemi

1 year ago

The minister, represented by the Director of Water, Sanitation, and Policy, Mr. Olu Daniels, made this appeal on Saturday at…

Court adjourns $9.84 million theft case against TOF Energy Company

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

The EFCC, represented by senior counsel Rotimi Oyedepo, SAN, and seven other lawyers, had filed an eight-count charge against TOF…

Mother, son, accomplice arrested for ₦22m fake apartment sale

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

The defendants were arraigned at the Igbosere Magistrate's Court sitting at Tinubu Magistrate's Court, Lagos Island, on five charges, including…

Four fraudsters jailed for £5.1M worth of stolen phones in London

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

Using Operation Ringtone, which employs phone tracking technology, Met officers identified suspects through extensive investigations at two blocks of flats.

Four deadly London men sentenced to 76 years imprisonment for Hounslow murder

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

Mahdi Mumin, 24, of Lever Street, Islington was sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum term of 24 years, while…

NAFDAC issues warning to frozen food sellers

Oluwapelumi Oluwayemi

1 year ago

This announcement was made during a one-day sensitisation programme held on Friday at Kado Fish Market, the largest fish market…

22 Dead in Niger boat tragedy, 20 others missing, eight rescued

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

According to Arah, the boat, which was travelling from Ebe Community in Kogi State to Katcha market, was carrying approximately…

Ogun CJ grants amnesty to 14 inmates to ease Correctional Centre congestion

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

Acknowledging the challenges facing the justice system, including overcrowding and delays in court processes, the Chief Judge urged the amnesty…

Stop the damage: Lagos raises alarm over Lagoon depletion

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

Drawing parallels with the United Arab Emirates, which now imports sand due to depleted reserves, Alebiosu warned that Lagos could…

Lagos Taskforce fires two officers caught stealing during drug raid

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

Chairman of the Taskforce, CSP Adetayo Akerele, condemned their actions and reiterated the agency's commitment to integrity and accountability.

Attempted kidnapping: Anambra couple in police net

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

The couple, aged 36 years and 27 years respectively, were arrested by Joint Security Forces in Ozubulu, Ekwusigo Local Government…

Court jails police, immigration officers for N1.6m employment fraud

Paul Dada

1 year ago

Upon arraignment the defendants pleaded guilty to their respective charges.

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