The Lagos State Government says it has refunded 145 subscribers of the Egan-Igando Mixed Housing Estate after they opted out of the housing scheme. This was confirmed by the Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Ministry of Housing, Mr. Abdulhafis Toriola, in a statement released by the Chief Public Affairs Officer, Mr. Adesile Rufai, on Read More…
Day: 2 July 2024
Talks on emergency cholera vaccine as zobo and tigernut drinks eyed as possible source of infection in Lagos
Lagos State is grappling with a severe cholera outbreak, intensified by concerns over contaminated local drinks like zobo and tigernut, as health officials urgently discuss the procurement of emergency cholera vaccines amidst rising cases. In response to a cholera outbreak declared by Lagos State on June 9, 2024, health authorities have reported 324 suspected cases, Read More…
Nigeria gears up for roadshow to lure back oil majors to onshore drilling
Nigeria is gearing up to host a specialised oil and gas roadshow aimed at enticing back international energy companies that previously withdrew from its onshore sector, a senior government official announced on Monday. Following the departure of major players like Shell and Exxon, who shifted focus to deep offshore exploration, Nigeria has faced challenges in Read More…
Portugal advances to Euro 2024 quarter-finals after dramatic penalty shootout; France edges out Belgium
Portugal’s goalkeeper Diogo Costa saved three penalties in a row, helping Portugal win 3-0 in a shootout against Slovenia after a 0-0 draw in their Euro 2024 last-16 match on Monday. Cristiano Ronaldo missed a penalty in extra time, adding to the drama. Portugal dominated the game but struggled to score. Costa made a crucial Read More…
Panama beats Bolivia to reach Copa America quarter-finals, US eliminated
Panama won 3-1 against Bolivia on Monday, finishing second in Group C and moving to the Copa America quarter-finals for the first time. The United States was eliminated after losing 1-0 to Uruguay, the group winners. This is Panama’s second time playing in the Copa America, and their victory gave them six points, three more Read More…
Supreme Court says Trump can’t be charged for actions as president
The U.S. Supreme Court decided that Donald Trump cannot be prosecuted for actions he took while he was president. This is the first time the court has said a president has some immunity from being charged with a crime. The justices voted 6-3, with Chief Justice John Roberts writing the decision. They overturned a lower Read More…