Lagos residents can breathe a sigh of relief as the rehabilitation of the vital Third Mainland Bridge nears completion. Minister of Works, Sen. Dave Umahi, announced during a recent infrastructure project tour that only minor work remains before the bridge reopens to the public. “The main construction work is finished,” declared Umahi. “We’re just focusing Read More…
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Beat the Easter rush: Lagos opens “Ounje Eko” market early!
Lagos residents looking to stock up on discounted groceries ahead of Easter can rejoice! Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has announced the “Ounje Eko” Sunday Market will be held this Friday, March 29th, in the spirit of the Easter celebration. “We understand the importance of affordability during this festive period,” Commissioner for Information and Strategy Gbenga Omotosho Read More…
Nigerian theatre icon Wole Oguntokun passes away, leaving a legacy of cultural impact
The Nigerian arts and culture scene is in mourning once more following the untimely passing of Wole Oguntokun, a renowned playwright, director, and cultural advocate, who died in Canada on March 27, 2024. Though the details are sketchy, his death was confirmed by Jahman Anikulapo, a respected Nigerian journalist and culture archivist in response to Read More…
Sanwo-Olu calls for unity and patriotism amid economic challenges
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has urged citizens to unite and seek solutions rather than engage in a blame game over the nation’s current economic difficulties. Speaking at the 25th State House Ramadan Tafseer Anniversary Prayer, Sanwo-Olu, represented by Deputy Governor Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, emphasised the need for collective action and patriotism. “The challenges Read More…
Dangote Foundation’s food donation eases hardship for Lagosians
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has commended the Dangote Foundation for its substantial donation aimed at alleviating the economic struggles faced by Lagos residents. The foundation’s contribution of 80,000 10kg bags of rice and 4,500,000 loaves of bread is part of a broader national food intervention programme. During the programme’s launch at Lagos House, Ikeja, Sanwo-Olu highlighted Read More…
INEC distances itself from Labour Party’s Anambra convention
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially distanced itself from the Labour Party’s (LP) National Convention held in Anambra, stating that the event was not under its supervision. Mr. Rotimi Oyekanmi, the Chief Press Secretary to the INEC Chairman, confirmed this development to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Thursday. While Oyekanmi refrained Read More…
Super Eagles set sights on World Cup qualifiers after friendly setbacks
The Nigerian national football team, the Super Eagles, are rallying after a recent friendly 0-1 defeat handed them by Mali, with defender Kenneth Omeruo expressing the squad’s resolve to secure maximum points in the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. The team’s departure from Morocco follows mixed results in friendlies against Ghana and Mali, with Read More…
Putin asserts Russia’s non-aggression towards NATO amid F-16 controversy
In a recent statement, Russian President Vladimir Putin has emphatically denied any Russian intentions to launch attacks on NATO countries, including Poland, the Baltic states, and the Czech Republic. This declaration comes amidst the ongoing conflict with Ukraine, which has seen the deepest rift in Russia-West relations since the Cuban Missile Crisis of 1962. Addressing Read More…
UN report highlights global food waste crisis amidst hunger
The UN Food Waste Index Report 2024, released by the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) in anticipation of the International Day of Zero Waste, reveals a staggering 1 billion meals wasted daily across all continents in 2022. This alarming figure contrasts sharply with the 783 million people affected by hunger and the one-third of humanity grappling Read More…
Abuja court declines to halt Labour Party convention, orders due process
The Federal High Court in Abuja has refused to issue an injunction against Julius Abure, the National Chairman of the Labour Party (LP), from proceeding with the party’s national convention scheduled to take place in Umuahia, Abia. Justice Inyang Ekwo, presiding over the case, emphasised the importance of due process, stating, “It is essential that Read More…