The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) successfully apprehended a suspected drug trafficker bound for Milan, Italy, at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Ikeja, Lagos, on January 11. The suspect, identified as a regular flyer, was discovered in possession of significant quantities of codeine-based syrup and Rohypnol concealed within his luggage. NDLEA spokesperson, Mr. Read More…
Day: 15 January 2024
Lagos Task Force cracks down on illegal motorcycle operations
The Lagos State Environment and Special Offences Enforcement Unit, popularly known as the Task Force, has taken decisive action against the illegal operations of commercial motorcycles, popularly called Okada, impounding a total of 344 motorcycles in various parts of the state within seven days. The Public Relations Officer of the unit, Mr. Gbadeyan Abdulraheem, highlighted Read More…
Community leaders in Lagos appeal for urgent action against rising cultism
The Ibassa/Ijegun-Egba Youth Association in Oriade Local Council Development Area of Lagos has raised an alarm over the increasing menace of cultism in the area. The Chairman of the Association, Mr. Kareem Idowu, expressed deep concern about the escalating level of insecurity caused by cultist activities in the community. Idowu revealed in a statement that Read More…
ULBS graduates urged to become game changers for nation’s progress
Professor Mike Adebamowo, Executive Director of the University of Lagos Business School (ULBS), has called on graduating participants to be game changers, not only within their organisations but also for the betterment of the entire nation. Adebamowo delivered this charge during the 3rd graduation reception for the class of 2023 EMBA participants held on Saturday Read More…
Chaos erupts in Anambra church as pastor attempts to heal insane man
Pandemonium unfolded in a church in Obosi, Anambra, on Sunday when a man suspected to be insane attacked a congregant with a machete during a healing prayer session. According to a statement by the police spokesman in the state, DSP Tochukwu Ikenga, “Preliminary information revealed that the man of God in the church claimed he Read More…
World Economic Forum: Oxfam highlights soaring wealth disparity as Nigerian VP joins global leaders
An Oxfam report revealed that the collective wealth of the world’s five richest individuals surged to $869 billion since 2020, doubling, while five billion people experienced increased poverty. The report coincides with the annual World Economic Forum (WEF) meeting in Davos, where business elites gather. Oxfam emphasised the rise of billionaires as key figures in Read More…
Volcano erupts in Iceland, threatening town despite evacuation
A volcano erupted in southwest Iceland on Sunday, spewing molten lava flows towards the outskirts of the small fishing town of Grindavik, setting some houses ablaze. The town had been evacuated earlier, ensuring no immediate danger to residents, authorities confirmed. Fountains of molten rock and smoke erupted from fissures in the ground, extending towards Grindavik. Read More…
US Republicans brace for frigid Iowa caucuses amid record cold snap
As the first United States Republican nominating contest looms in Iowa, presidential candidates are urging their supporters to face life-threatening cold weather to cast their votes. The predicted record cold snap raises concerns about potential low voter turnout, introducing an unpredictable factor in this crucial contest that could impact former President Donald Trump’s bid to Read More…
Vinicius Jr shines with hat-trick as Real Madrid crush Barcelona 4-1 in Spanish Super Cup
Real Madrid emerged victorious in the Spanish Super Cup with an emphatic 4-1 triumph over arch-rivals Barcelona in Saudi Arabia. Vinicius Jr stole the spotlight, scoring a first-half hat-trick, while Ronald Araujo’s second yellow card reduced Barcelona to 10 men. Real Madrid’s dominance left Barcelona struggling to cope, and the match took a turn for Read More…
Nigeria force 1-1 draw against Equatorial Guinea in AFCON opener; Coach Peseiro remains optimistic
Nigeria forced Equatorial Guinea to a frustrating 1-1 draw in the opening match of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Group A at Ebimpe’s Alassane Ouattara Olympic Stadium. Ivan Salvador’s composed finish in the 36th minute gave Equatorial Guinea the lead, but Victor Osimhen’s difficult header in an empty net levelled the score for Nigeria. Read More…