Crime Cultism Metro

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…

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Education Metro

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…

Anambra Nigeria

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…

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Business Economy Top Story

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…

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Iceland World

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…

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Top Story United States World

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…

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Football Sports

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…

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Football Sports Top Story

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…

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City Transport Metro Top Story

LAMATA warns commuters against unauthorised payments, clarifies rail service procedures

The Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA) has issued a warning to commuters, emphasising the necessity of making payments for transport services only into authorised bank accounts. In a statement, Mr. Kolawole Ojelabi, a Consultant in Corporate Communications at LAMATA, stressed the importance of avoiding transfers to personal accounts under any circumstance. He addressed a Read More…

Faith Featured Life Notes The Good News

Experiencing the Blessing of Family-Lessons from Isaac and Rebecca

(Genesis 25:19-34) The family is one of the greatest blessings that God can bestow upon mankind. Every human being comes into the world through a family. The family we belong to has the primary responsibility of providing for us, protecting us, supporting us, training us on how to live and to be able to fend Read More…