In a decisive move to safeguard public health, the Lagos State Government has closed down a private hospital located in Ago-Okota, Oshodi-Isolo Local Government Area. The hospital had been found guilty of administering unscreened and unlabelled blood to unsuspecting patients. Dr. Bodunrin Osikomaiya, the Executive Secretary of the Lagos State Blood Transfusion Service (LSBTS), made Read More…
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Sporting Lagos’ goalless draw highlights weekend NPFL fixtures
In the ongoing 2023/2024 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season, Sporting Lagos faced a disappointing day as they slipped down the NPFL table following a lacklustre display against Doma United at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Onikan. The match ended in a goalless draw, despite Sporting Lagos dominating and creating numerous opportunities. They missed over Read More…
Shipping magnate triumphs in Lord Wilson Golf Open Tournament
Augustine Ndubisi, the proprietor of Nigeria’s largest tug supply vessel, MV Atlantic Brigand, clinched victory in the prestigious Lord Wilson Golf Open Tournament. In an announcement released on Sunday by Mr. Osagie Edward, Assistant Director of Public Relations at NIMASA, it was disclosed that Ndubisi, playing off a handicap of 17, secured his win by Read More…
Lagos State Government announces four-week traffic diversion plan for Thomas Ajufo to Sheraton Link Bridge reconstruction
In an official statement released on Sunday, Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi, the Lagos State Commissioner for Transportation, revealed that the traffic diversion plan for the reconstruction of the Thomas Ajufo inwards Sheraton Link Bridge axis will be in effect for four weeks. The diversion, which is necessitated by the ongoing construction of the Opebi Link Bridge, Read More…
Former Super Eagles star urges coach to explore NPFL for goalkeepers
Former international player Taiwo Oloyede has urged Super Eagles coach Jose Peseiro to explore the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) to address the national team’s goalkeeping issues. In an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), Oloyede, a former captain of Stationary Stores, shared his thoughts on the Super Eagles’ recent friendly matches. In Read More…
Lagos thunderstorm alert as NiMet forecasts varied weather patterns across Nigeria from Monday to Wednesday
As expected thunderstorms loom over the Lagos area, the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has unveiled a weather forecast that spans from Monday to Wednesday, covering various regions of the country. On Monday, dust haze is expected to envelop Kano, Jigawa, and Yobe, with visibility ranging from 2km to 5km. Furthermore, morning thunderstorms are anticipated in Read More…
Kicking off dreams: Lagos Street Soccer Championship ignites hope for grassroots glory
The Lagos Street Soccer Championship commenced this Sunday, sparking optimism among stakeholders about revitalising grassroots football development. Numerous stakeholders were present at the inauguration of the Lagos Championship, where Bolaji Yusuf, the chairman of the Lagos Street Soccer Championship, pledged a thrilling display of street football, with a multitude of talented players registered for the Read More…
Tragic collision claims three lives in auto crash at Charley Boy bus stop
On Sunday, the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) reported an unfortunate auto crash resulting in the immediate deaths of three individuals. The incident involved a collision between a commercial bus and a truck at Gbagada, near the Charley Boy bus stop. In a statement released by Dr. Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, the agency’s Permanent Secretary, it Read More…
Miscommunication unveiled in alleged railway coach theft incident
An incident involving the reported attempted theft of railway coaches in Maiduguri, Borno, has taken an intriguing turn, as authorities clarify a miscommunication that initially led to the arrest of six suspects. On 14 October 2023, news broke that an attempt had been made to steal train coaches from Maiduguri, leading to the arrest of Read More…
Qatari Sheikh’s Manchester United bid stalls, Ineos Chairman remains in the mix
Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad al Thani of Qatar has reportedly decided not to revise his offer to acquire Manchester United Plc, despite earlier expressing interest in purchasing the iconic soccer club for over $6 billion. This development places Ineos Chairman Jim Ratcliffe, the other remaining bidder for Manchester United, in a potentially stronger position. Ratcliffe Read More…