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Experiencing the Blessing of Family – Lesson from the Family of Jacob

(Genesis 28:1-5; 29:15-31) Experiencing the blessing of family does not happen automatically. There is a price that we must pay, and there are certain things that we have to do if we want to experience the blessing of having a family or belonging to a family. In the past two weeks, we have considered the Read More…

Football Sports Top Story

Super Eagles soar past Cameroon, Lookman double books quarterfinal berth in AFCON

Ademola Lookman’s stunning brace propelled Nigeria to a 2-0 victory over arch-rivals Cameroon, securing their place in the Africa Cup of Nations quarterfinals next weekend. “It’s a great feeling to contribute to the team and get the win,” Lookman beamed after the match. “We knew Cameroon wouldn’t make it easy, but we stuck to our Read More…

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Health Top Story United States World

New York City declares social media a public health hazard, Mayor urges action

In a groundbreaking move, New York City Mayor Eric Adams (D) announced on Wednesday the city’s official designation of social media as a public health hazard, citing its detrimental effects on youth mental health, Washington Post reports. “Companies like TikTok, YouTube, Facebook are fueling a mental health crisis by designing their platforms with addictive and Read More…

Environment Metro Safety Top Story

Lekki Conservation Centre: Tourist exposes safety hazard on canopy walkway

A tourist who visited the Lekki Conservation Centre in Lagos State has shared a shocking video of a broken segment of the long canopy walkway, which is one of the main attractions of the centre. The video, which went viral on social media, showed the tourist walking on the shaky and damaged walkway, while expressing Read More…

Metro Traffic

Defiant motorcyclists challenge Lagos Taskforce’s crackdown on Okada operations

In a defiant response to the recent crackdown by the Lagos State Environmental and Special Offences (Enforcement) Unit, otherwise known as the Lagos State Taskforce, on the menace of okada in the metropolis, motorcyclists express their frustration over the intensified operation resulting in the impoundment of 355 bikes for alleged operational infractions. Motorcycle operators, commonly Read More…

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Crime Metro Sexual Assault

Lagos court sentences Ademola Oladimeji to four life imprisonments for sexually assaulting his three children

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…

Dispute Metro Real Estate

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…

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Football Sports Top Story

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…

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African Cup of Nations Football Sports Top Story

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…