A Lagos Sexual Offences and Domestic Violence Court has sentenced Ademola Oladimeji to four life imprisonments for sexually assaulting his three children, aged five, seven, and nine. Justice Abiola Soladoye held that the evidence of the respective prosecution witnesses was believable and truthful. The evidence established the offence of sexual assault by penetration and not Read More…
Day: 22 January 2024
Lagos State Government steps into land dispute between RevolutionPlus and Kayode Oladipo
In a bid to address the reported land dispute between RevolutionPlus Property Ltd. and customer Mr. Kayode Oladipo, the Lagos State Government, through the Lagos State Real Estate Regulatory Authority (LASRERA), has launched an investigation. Mrs. Adeoti Sobowale, Deputy Director, Public Affairs, LASRERA, confirmed the move, stating, “Following a directive by Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the Read More…
Liverpool extends lead, Sheffield United’s late drama ensures draw
In an emphatic display, Liverpool secured a 4-0 victory against Bournemouth, extending their lead at the top of the Premier League to five points. Darwin Nunez and Diogo Jota stole the spotlight, each scoring twice in the second half. Klopp, although unhappy with the initial performance, praised his team’s flexibility, stating, “It’s great for Darwin Read More…
Africa Cup of Nations roundup: Celebrations turn tragic, South Africa dominates, Salah’s hamstring woes, and late drama for Zambia
In the aftermath of Guinea’s 1-0 victory over Gambia at the Africa Cup of Nations, joyous celebrations erupted across Guinea, leading to a tragic incident in which six people lost their lives. The Guinean Football Federation and the national team, led by coach Kaba Diawara, have appealed for restraint. The Federation released a video urging Read More…
Lagos State Government cracks down on unhygienic practices, seals two markets for environmental infractions
In a decisive move, the Lagos State Government has sealed the Oke-Afa market, Isolo, and Katangua market, Abule Egba, for violating waste disposal regulations and engaging in sundry unhygienic practices, constituting grave environmental infractions. According to a statement signed by Mrs. Folashade Kadiri, Director, Public Affairs, Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), the closure of the Read More…
Lagos State Government bans styrofoam and other single-use plastics
The Lagos State Government has banned the usage and distribution of styrofoam and other single-use plastics with immediate effect. The decision was made following the menace that single-use plastics, especially non-biodegradable Styrofoam, were causing to the environment. The Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, who announced this in a statement he personally Read More…
Lagos State unveils ambitious plans for New Massey Street Children’s Hospital
In a proactive move to oversee the advancement of crucial medical infrastructure projects in Lagos State, the Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi, and the Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Ministry of Health, Dr. Olusegun Ogboye, conducted a thorough inspection visit on Saturday to the construction site of the 130-bed new Massey Street Children’s Hospital on Read More…
Lagos State Government urges public to be careful with flammable items after Ibadan explosion
The Lagos State Government has issued a warning to the general public to avoid careless handling and storage of flammable items that could pose a threat to safety, following the deadly explosion that rocked the city of Ibadan on Tuesday. The explosion, which was caused by explosives stored by illegal miners in a residential area, Read More…