United Nations Secretary General, Antonio Guterres, as usual, told us what we already know. On Wednesday, September 25, 2024, he announced that: “Hell is breaking loose in Lebanon”. But, sadly, he is behind the news because hell is not breaking, it has already broken loose in the Palestine, especially in the Gaza Strip, and has merely expanded its occupation into Lebanon. Read More…
Faith Conversations (by the Nigeria Prayer Group) First and foremost, let me express my deep sadness that we have to hold this kind of conversation at all. It is a clear indication of the failed state of our nation: Government is not fulfilling its primary role of keeping the lives of citizens safe and secure. Read More…
A unique architectural marvel has taken Lagos by storm, as the city unveils Nigeria’s first upside-down house. This extraordinary structure, which has quickly become a viral sensation, features furniture and fixtures affixed to the ceiling, creating a mind-bending illusion for visitors. The upside-down house, located in the heart of Lagos, was recently showcased in a Read More…
The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) and the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Services have raised alarms over a troubling increase in hoax calls, which are significantly disrupting their operations. This surge in false emergency calls has been linked to residents placing bets on whether emergency responders will show up. A source within LASEMA Read More…
The Lagos State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to transforming the state into a leading destination for medical tourism in West Africa. This ambitious goal was highlighted by the Lagos State Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi, during the Health Facilities Monitoring and Accreditation Agency’s (HEFAMAA) World Patient Safety Day event. Speaking at the event, Read More…
The Lagos State Government has issued an urgent evacuation order for the Mopol 20 Barracks in Onigbongbo, Ikeja, due to the imminent risk of building collapse. The decision follows a critical assessment by the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), which revealed severe structural deficiencies in Block 3 of the barracks. “The agency dispatched a Read More…
The recent decision by the Lagos State Government to increase public school boarding fees from ₦35,000 to ₦100,000 per term has sparked widespread protests among parents and guardians. The hike, which represents a nearly 200% increase, has been met with strong opposition from various quarters. “We simply cannot afford this new fee,” said Mrs. Funmi Read More…
The Lagos State Police Command has launched an investigation into an incident involving a police officer and an elderly woman, which was captured in a widely circulated video. The altercation reportedly occurred in the Alagbado area earlier this month. The video, which went viral on social media, shows the officer manhandling the elderly woman inside Read More…
The Aiyetoro community is in turmoil following the demolition of homes, which has left many residents homeless and distraught. The demolition, which took place without prior notice, has been met with fierce protests from the affected families. “We were not given any warning,” said Mr. Adewale, a long-time resident of Aiyetoro. “One day we had Read More…
The Lagos State Government has completed and reopened the Ojota and Maryland sections of the Odo Iya Alaro Bridge ahead of schedule, bringing much-needed relief to commuters and residents. The project aims to reduce travel time and improve interconnectivity and is expected to significantly alleviate traffic congestion in one of Lagos’ busiest corridors. Governor Babajide Read More…