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…
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Lagos parents protest boarding fee increase
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…
Police investigate officer’s altercation with elderly woman
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…
Demolition sparks protests in Aiyetoro
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…
Odo Iya Alaro Bridge reopens ahead of schedule, easing Lagos traffic
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…
NNPC Ltd releases estimated pump prices of petrol from Dangote Refinery, based on September 2024 supply
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) Limited has announced the estimated pump prices of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), popularly known as petrol, for retail stations across the country, following negotiations with the Dangote Refinery. In a press statement released on Monday, the NNPC revealed that the new prices reflect the cost of PMS supplied from Read More…
Tito Jackson, Jackson 5 legend, dies at 70
The music world is mourning the loss of Tito Jackson, one of the founding members of the iconic Jackson 5. Jackson passed away on September 15 at the age of 70, as confirmed by his sons in a heartfelt social media statement. “It’s with heavy hearts that we announce that our beloved father, Rock & Read More…
Dangote Group refutes NNPCL fuel price claims
In a recent press statement, the Dangote Group has firmly denied claims made by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) regarding the sale price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS). The NNPCL spokesperson, Mr. Olufemi Soneye, alleged that Dangote sold PMS at an exorbitant rate of N898 per litre. This statement, according to Dangote Group, Read More…
Sanwo-Olu calls smart packaging a national priority for food security
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has emphasized that smart packaging is critical for ensuring food security in Nigeria, boosting non-oil exports, and enhancing foreign exchange earnings. Speaking at the 11th edition of the Propak West Africa 2024 Smart Packaging Conference, held in Victoria Island, Lagos, Sanwo-Olu called it a “national priority” that can redefine the Read More…
Trump safe after Secret Service foils assassination attempt at Florida golf course
Former U.S. President and Republican candidate Donald Trump narrowly escaped harm after the Secret Service thwarted what the FBI is calling an “apparent assassination attempt” on Sunday, while he was golfing at his West Palm Beach course in Florida. The incident unfolded when Secret Service agents spotted a gunman with an assault rifle in the Read More…