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LASEMA Reports 1,461 Incidents in 2023

The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) released statistics indicating 1,461 incidents within the state from January 1, 2023, to December 31, 2023, with December alone accounting for 138 of these incidents. Mr. Nosa Okunbor, the Head of Public Affairs Unit at LASEMA, shared this information in a statement over the weekend in Lagos. “Responding, Read More…

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Experiencing the Blessing of Family- Lessons from Abraham & Sarah

(Genesis 11:26-12:9) The effect of Adam and Eve’s sin of disobedience is that every human being is born with a sinful nature. We also saw how God redeemed the institution of marriage through the sacrifice of Jesus on the Cross. If anyone repents from sin and accepts Jesus Christ as their personal Lord and Saviour, Read More…

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Enough!

Enough is enough! That was the sentiment expressed by Nigerians following the recent gale of kidnappings and terror attacks unleashed by bandits on defenceless Nigerians in various parts of Nigeria, especially in the northern parts (Kaduna, Plateau and Taraba states) where trips hitherto classified as routine are now acknowledged as a walk in the valley Read More…

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Football Sports Top Story

FA Cup Third Round Recap: Liverpool’s ambition, big wins, and surprise triumphs

Liverpool’s manager, Juergen Klopp, affirmed the club’s serious approach to the FA Cup, declaring their readiness to face Arsenal in a third-round clash and aiming to thrive in all competitions this season, even if it leads to a demanding schedule. With the Premier League leaders set to lock horns with record 14-time FA Cup winners Read More…

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Somalia’s President nullifies Somaliland-Ethiopia deal over Red Sea access

Somalia’s President, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, took a decisive step by signing a law late Saturday that annuls the agreement between the breakaway Somaliland region and Ethiopia, which aimed to provide Ethiopia access to the Red Sea in exchange for acknowledging Somaliland’s independence. “This evening, I signed the law nullifying the illegal MoU between the governments Read More…

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U.S. and European diplomats strive to contain Gaza War

Top diplomats from the United States and Europe are working to prevent the Gaza war from escalating further in the Middle East. However, despite their efforts, the conflict continues to claim more lives and pose new challenges. On Sunday, Israeli aircraft fired on Palestinian militants who had attacked troops in the occupied West Bank. The Read More…

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Doma United triumphs, secures top spot in NPFL standings

Doma United Football Club of Gombe State regained their perch atop the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) standings with a resounding 2-0 victory over Katsina United on Match Day 17 of the 2023/2024 season at the Pantami Township Stadium, Gombe. Securing their ninth win of the season, Doma United showcased early dominance, netting two goals Read More…

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Super Eagles rally in Abu Dhabi to honour Victor Osimhen’s African Player of the Year win

In a heartwarming gesture at the Abu Dhabi camp, the Super Eagles players and coaches celebrated Victor Osimhen’s triumph as the men’s African Player of the Year (POTY) award winner. Osimhen, clinching this honour, emulates the footsteps of Nwankwo Kanu, marking the first Nigerian win since 1999 in the CAF POTY category. His recent accolades Read More…

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INEC announces Surulere Federal Constituency I bye-election preparations

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Lagos State has fulfilled the statutory requirement by publishing the notice of the forthcoming Surulere Federal Constituency I bye-election. Mrs. Adenike Oriowo, INEC’s Public Affairs Officer in Lagos State, confirmed that the notice was prominently displayed at the commission’s headquarters in Sabo-Yaba and the Surulere Local Government Area Read More…

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Protesting traders seek clarity on market site in Lagos Assembly demonstration

Civil society organisations and traders from Orilowo Perishable Food Market, Agboyi-Ketu, Lagos, conducted a peaceful protest at the Lagos State House of Assembly, seeking clarification regarding the status of the market site. The protesters alleged that despite meeting with the area development council, their plea for a market site remained unaddressed. They were pushing for Read More…