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120 tankers, vehicles impounded in Lagos as Govt tackles illegal parking menace

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

This action, aimed at maintaining smooth vehicular movement, included towing 10 tankers and clearing another 120 vehicles indiscriminately parked under…

Lagos declares war on illegal structures, begins demolition Tuesday

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

Wahab also expressed concern over contractors dumping building materials on constructed drains, disrupting the flow of stormwater and damaging public…

Soyinka bags Lifetime Achievement Award

Isa Isawade

1 year ago

The festival’s programme features 12 creative workshops designed for children, including African storytelling stones, African Pottery, and African jewellery making.

Tinubu grieves over Enugu tanker explosion, orders stricter safety measures

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

The incident occurred along the Ugwu-Onyeama section of the Enugu-Onitsha Expressway, where a fuel tanker reportedly lost control and burst…

NDLEA intercepts UK-bound illicit drug consignment at Lagos airport

Isa Isawade

1 year ago

“A Nigerien, Abubakar Lami, 45, with two others: Abba Sani, 35, and Auwal Aliyu, 32, were arrested by NDLEA operatives…

FRSC rescues 13 motorists in Enugu

Isa Isawade

1 year ago

“From the preliminary report received by the FRSC Corps Marshal, Shehu Mohammed, the tanker which was loaded with premium motor…

Nigerian Army’s loyal Mascot, Sgt. Akawala laid to rest

Isa Isawade

1 year ago

“Sgt. Danfari Akawala’s foal, Sgt Dalet, succeeded its father as the division’s mascot on January 1, 2015 and faithfully served…

Ewi-in-Council orders suspension of Shari’ah Arbitration Panel in Ado-Ekiti

Isa Isawade

1 year ago

Kewulere, who said that Muslims and adherents of other religions had been enjoying cordial relationships, said, “Basically, the committee is…

Retired Gombe permanent secretary killed after payment of N10m ransom

Isa Isawade

1 year ago

"We encourage residents to report any emergency or suspicious activity to the nearest Police Station or contact the Kano State…

Why people are begging Orji Kalu to run for another term in 2027 – Bishop Eke

Michael Adesina

1 year ago

Abia-born cleric, Bishop Silas Eke, has attributed the overwhelming call for Senator Orji Uzor Kalu to seek another term in…

Peter Obi calls for action as another Tanker explosion claims lives in Enugu

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

Obi emphasised the need for improved infrastructure, particularly the repair of existing roads, the enforcement of strict road safety regulations,…

Gov Peter Mbah mourns Enugu tanker explosion victims

Oluwapelumi Oluwayemi

1 year ago

The accident, which occurred at Ugwu-Onyeama, involved a tanker that reportedly suffered a brake failure, spilling its contents and igniting…

Suspected Lagos hacker Ogar remanded in prison accused of N15m fraud

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

Police counsel, Ben Ekundayo, informed the court that Ogar committed the alleged offences on 10 December 2024, citing violations of…

Activist slams Obasa: Warns against provoking Lagos unrest

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

Ajewunmi addressed Obasa’s claim that the procedure for his removal was flawed, noting that it was not a constitutional requirement…

Ajah landlord Bello remanded over alleged attempt to reclaim N60m duplex sold to buyer

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

The complainant further alleged that Bello claimed he had previously sold the same property to another individual, identified as Afeez…

Pro-democracy Activist Awa Bamiji in health crisis, cries out for help

Isa Isawade

1 year ago

"Bamiji has, however, been referred to the University of Ibadan for further treatment."

Why FG approved tariff hike – Minister

Paul Dada

1 year ago

“Governments cannot build the progress that we want to build. What governments will build is the foundation for that progress…

Lagos Assembly fires back: Obasa’s impeachment stands

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

Obasa, who had rejected the impeachment on Saturday, claimed due process was not followed in his removal, maintaining that he…

Group faults NGF’s VAT sharing formula for states in Tax Reform Bill

Paul Dada

1 year ago

This formula does not take into account productivity and economic growth, which are critical factors in determining a state’s contribution…

Tragedy! Kano woman falls, dies inside well

Paul Dada

1 year ago

"The victim, who was said to have been battling with anxiety disorder and mental health challenges, was retrieved from the…

Flooding disrupts learning for 2.2 million Nigerian children – UNICEF

Paul Dada

1 year ago

He blamed inadequate funding of the education sector by governments in these three states as part of the problems.

CAN condoles Makinde over brother’s death

Paul Dada

1 year ago

“May God Almighty repose the departed soul and grant the family the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss,” Oyo CAN…

Tinubu to attend Africa Heads of State Energy Summit in Tanzania

Paul Dada

1 year ago

The Summit will provide a platform for sharing knowledge, expertise, and resources to address Africa’s energy challenges.

Oyo workers get new minimum wage

Paul Dada

1 year ago

One of the implications of the new wage is that workers on Grade Levels I to VI now enjoy a…

I am still the Lagos Assembly Speaker – Obasa

Paul Dada

1 year ago

Obasa was impeached earlier in January by 32 of the Lagos lawmakers over allegations of gross misconduct, financial mismanagement and…

NGF mourns Gov. Makinde’s brother

Paul Dada

1 year ago

The forum, in a statement in Abuja by its Chairman, Gov. AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq of Kwara, commiserated with the Makinde family,…

Troops kill terrorist commander Mosaje, 96 others in one week

Paul Dada

1 year ago

He said the troops also recovered one barge, one tugboat, two pumping machines, two speedboats, nine outboard engines, two vehicles,…

Police kill six Imo terrorists, destroy camp

Paul Dada

1 year ago

"The IGP charges police operatives across commands and formations to sustain the tempo and implement the Force's action plan aimed…

South-East students condemn killing of EFCC staff

Paul Dada

1 year ago

Ijeomah pledged the collaboration, cooperation and support of the entire Southeast students to the commission against financial crimes.

FCT doctors suspend warning strike

Paul Dada

1 year ago

The doctors also listed the deplorable conditions of some the hospitals in the FCT, manpower shortage among other demands.

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