In a swift response to an emergency call, the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) successfully managed a fire outbreak at a residential duplex in the serene Magodo Phase II area. The incident, which occurred early Friday morning at No. 16 Alhaji Jubril Street, saw the LASEMA team promptly arrive at the scene following distress Read More…
In a significant move to revolutionise the healthcare system, Nigeria is set to introduce an Electronic Blood Management System (EBMS) to enhance the delivery of blood services across the nation. This announcement was made by Prof. Muhammad Pate, the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, during a press briefing marking the 2024 World Blood Read More…
In a landmark move that could reshape the landscape of Nigeria’s oil industry, Seplat Energy is on the verge of concluding its acquisition of ExxonMobil’s Nigerian shallow water oil assets, valued at a colossal $1.28 billion. This development comes after the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) withdrew its legal challenge against the sale, which had Read More…
Nigeria has withdrawn tax evasion charges against two Binance executives, following the appointment of a local representative by the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange to handle legal proceedings in the country. “We await the court’s ruling on this, discharging Tigran from this matter completely,” stated a Binance spokesperson, emphasising the significance of the court’s decision in Read More…
In a groundbreaking development for South African politics, the African National Congress (ANC) and the Democratic Alliance (DA) have agreed to form a government of national unity. This unprecedented collaboration marks a significant departure after 30 years of ANC rule, allowing President Cyril Ramaphosa to secure a second term in office with 283 votes from Read More…
In a significant ruling on Friday, the U.S. Supreme Court declared a federal ban on “bump stock” devices unlawful. These devices enable semiautomatic weapons to fire rapidly like machine guns. The court’s decision, which rejected another firearms restriction enacted under former President Donald Trump, is a setback for anti-gun campaigners. In a 6-3 ruling authored Read More…
Fifteen-time major winner Tiger Woods hinted that this U.S. Open might be his last after finishing with a three-over-par 73 on Friday, leaving him seven over for the week and missing the cut at Pinehurst. Reuters reports that Woods, who has kept a limited competition schedule following a severe car crash in 2021, was uncertain Read More…
Germany crushed a 10-man Scotland 5-1 on Friday, marking a historic start to their Euro 2024 campaign with the largest margin of victory in an opening game. According to Reuters, Germany netted three goals in the first half, showcasing their intent to claim a record fourth European title and their first major trophy in over Read More…
The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) experienced a modest increase in its All Share Index (ASI), which rose by 0.09%, closing at 99,925.29 points. This slight uptick reflects a cautiously optimistic market sentiment amid fluctuating trading activities. The day’s trading session recorded a total of 7,302 deals. The volume of shares traded reached 318,100,359, with a corresponding Read More…
What you need to know The cholera epidemic in Lagos has been a significant concern. As of a recent report, there have been cases of severe gastroenteritis reported in communities around Eti Osa, Lagos Island, Ikorodu, and Kosofe LGA. This has resulted in approximately 60 hospital admissions and five deaths, primarily from patients presenting late Read More…
