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The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Ondo State Command, has arrested a 39-year-old Pastor, Michael Ogundepo, on allegations of orchestrating a visa scam. In a statement issued on Monday in Akure, DSC Aidamenbor Daniel, the Command’s Public Relations Officer (PRO), revealed that the suspect had solicited N1.67 million to facilitate a visa application Read More…
The Lagos State Police Command has initiated an inquiry into the circumstances surrounding the tragic demise of a 22-year-old male tailoring apprentice, identified as Hakeem Mujib. SP Benjamin Hundeyin, the Police Public Relations Officer in the state, confirmed this development on Monday. Hundeyin disclosed that the command received information regarding the incident on Sunday night, Read More…
Residents of various buildings in Lagos faced a perilous situation as balconies and doors exhibited concerning signs of deterioration. The occupants refrained from lighting up for fear of a catastrophic collapse. Furthermore, on Layi Oyekanmi Street, Ilasa, Mushin, two separate three-storey structures underwent partial demolition. Numerous other distressed edifices were sealed off and marked for Read More…
The Lagos State Government has taken decisive action by sealing eight nightclubs and event centres in both Ikeja and Victoria Island. This move is a response to various safety violations and is in alignment with the government’s commitment to public safety, as articulated by Mr. Lanre Mojola, Director General of the Lagos State Safety Commission. Read More…
In a sombre moment for the accounting world and Nigeria at large, the distinguished Chief Akintola Williams, often hailed as the doyen of Nigeria’s accounting profession, peacefully passed away in his sleep at the venerable age of 104. The legacy of this remarkable pioneer, who was the country’s first indigenous chartered accountant, has left an Read More…
Lifeline International, a non-governmental organisation (NGO), has underscored the critical importance of timely and accessible crisis support services in preventing suicides and saving lives. This message was conveyed by Prof. Taiwo Sheikh, the Continental Representative of the organisation, in a statement issued to commemorate the 2023 World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD) in Lagos on Sunday. Read More…
In a heartfelt gathering, close friends and family members of the late Pastor Taiwo Odukoya, the esteemed Founder of the Fountain of Life Church (FOLC) in Lagos, came together on Saturday to both celebrate his life and bid a final farewell as he was laid to rest. The solemnity of the occasion was beautifully accentuated Read More…
Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH), Lagos, has called upon Ph.D. holders to wholeheartedly embrace their distinctive roles as catalysts for the advancement and mentorship of the upcoming generation of scholars and professionals. Dr. Raheem Abdul, the Rector of the institution, delivered this clarion call during a one-day Colloquium themed “Impacting the College Community through Self-development Read More…
The Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) for Lagos State, Archbishop Stephen Adegbite, has lauded the administration of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu for its commitment to an inclusive governance model during the first 100 days of his second term. Governor Sanwo-Olu was inaugurated for his second term on May 29. Adegbite, while rallying support Read More…
A 46-year-old businessman, Ekenedilichukwu Johnpaul, found himself in legal turmoil on Friday as the Lagos State Police brought him before an Ikeja Magistrates’ Court, accusing him of procuring a Toyota Hiace worth eight million Naira through fraudulent means. Residing in Igala Estate, Ejigbo, Lagos State, the defendant stands charged with conspiracy, obtaining by false pretenses, Read More…