The Lagos State Government has recently reopened several markets in the Mushin area that were previously shut down due to rampant environmental violations, particularly indiscriminate waste disposal. Among these markets were Mushin Main Market, Ojuwoye, Awolowo, Irepodun, and Daleko markets. Expressing the reason behind the temporary closure, Mr. Tokunbo Wahab, the Commissioner for Environment and Read More…
Year: 2023
Former CBN Governor Emefiele remanded until November 22 amid procurement fraud charges
In a significant court ruling, Justice Hamza Muazu of the Abuja High Court ordered the remand of former Central Bank Governor Godwin Emefiele at the Kuje Correctional Centre until November 22. This decision followed his arraignment on six counts by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), entailing allegations of procurement fraud amounting to N6.9 Read More…
Court of Appeal affirms APC’s Gawuna as Kano State Governor
The Court of Appeal in Abuja upheld the tribunal judgment, confirming Nasiru Gawuna, the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, as the governor of Kano State. Justice Moore Adumein, delivering the unanimous judgment, ruled that Abba Yusuf, the former governor, was not qualified to contest the election, affirming Gawuna’s victory. The election dispute arose after the Read More…
Masters of the game: Britain plucks Cameron to regain balance
The British are known masters of diplomacy and politics. This is exemplified in the quote by its former Prime Minister Winston Churchill who said: “’Tact is the ability to tell someone to go to hell in such a way that they look forward to the trip.” That was how Britain, an island in the North Read More…
MTN MoMo collaborates with NASME to launch mobile money platform for SMEs
The Nigeria Association of Small and Medium Enterprises (NASME), in conjunction with MTN MoMo, has introduced a mobile money platform aimed at empowering startups and small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to expand their businesses. Announced at the MTN MoMo and NASME Symposium and Exhibition in Lagos, the initiative signifies a concerted effort to bolster the Read More…
Liberia’s President George Weah concedes election defeat to Opposition Joseph Boakai
Following a closely contested election, Liberia’s President George Weah gracefully conceded defeat to opposition leader Joseph Boakai. Weah’s acknowledgement of defeat marks the end of a presidency shadowed by corruption allegations, ensuring a seamless transition of power in the once-turbulent African nation. Boakai, a 78-year-old former vice president who previously lost to Weah in the Read More…
Jim Ratcliffe set to acquire 25% stake in Manchester United in $33 per share deal
Reports from Sky News suggest a potential milestone agreement between Manchester United’s American owners, the Glazer family, and British billionaire Jim Ratcliffe. The deal, set at $33 per share, signifies Ratcliffe’s acquisition of a significant 25% stake in the revered English soccer club. This impending deal, expected to be finalised imminently, marks the conclusion of Read More…
Everton appeals 10-point deduction over financial breach in Premier League
Everton Football Club faces an unprecedented challenge after the Premier League imposed a 10-point deduction following their breach of profitability and sustainability rules (PSR) for the 2020–21 season. This decision makes Everton the first Premier League club to incur such a penalty. An independent commission swiftly enforced the deduction, forcing Everton to plummet from their Read More…
CAF Awards 2023: Nominees announced for Men’s and Women’s categories
The anticipation for the prestigious CAF Awards 2023 has escalated with the unveiling of the nominees across various categories for both men and women. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) revealed an impressive lineup of contenders, igniting fervent discussions and expectations within the football fraternity. In the men’s categories, the race for the coveted Player Read More…
128 lives lost in Lagos road accidents from January to October 2023, FRSC reports
The Lagos Sector Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) reported a staggering 128 fatalities resulting from 376 road traffic incidents documented between January and October 2023 in the state. Speaking at a press conference in Lagos, Sector Commander Mr. Babatunde Farinloye revealed these alarming statistics, organised in observance of the World Day of Read More…