The Lagos State Government has initiated a dialogue with property owners and residents along Awolowo Road, Ribadu, and Norman Williams drainage channel corridors to address issues related to compliance with environmental regulations. The announcement was made in a statement released by Mr. Adekunle Adeshina, Director of Public Affairs for the Ministry of Environment and Water Read More…
The Senate has successfully passed a bill seeking to amend the Cyber Crimes Act of 2015 during its plenary session on Wednesday. The bill, presented by Sen. Shehu Buba (APC – Bauchi), received consideration and approval, marking a significant step in the legislative process. Sen. Shehu Buba explained that the primary objective of the bill Read More…
The Department of State Services (DSS) has officially confirmed the release of Mr. Abdulrasheed Bawa, the former Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Dr. Peter Afunanya, the Director of Public Relations and Strategic Communications at the DSS, announced Bawa’s release in a statement issued in Abuja on Thursday. Afunanya revealed that the Read More…
The United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR) has released a staggering report indicating that as of the end of September, over 114 million individuals across the globe have been compelled to abandon their homes due to the grim realities of conflict, persecution, and human rights violations. The outbreak of war in Ukraine and conflicts in regions Read More…
The Nigerians in Diaspora Organisation (NIDO) Americas South Savannah have come together to celebrate the remarkable achievements of Uzoma Asagwara, a Nigerian-Canadian, who has assumed the esteemed position of Minister of Health and Deputy Premier in Canada’s Manitoba Province. Dr. Tomi Ademokun, the Vice President of NIDO Americas South Savannah, conveyed her congratulations to Asagwara Read More…
In an exciting clash in Addis Ababa, the senior women’s football teams of Nigeria and Ethiopia ended their match in a 1-1 draw, marking the second round of qualifiers for the 2024 Olympic Games. The tie, with one goal each, has set the stage for a thrilling return leg in Abuja scheduled for the upcoming Read More…
The Federal Government of Nigeria, in collaboration with the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), commenced the distribution of the Special National Economic and Livelihood Emergency Intervention (SNELEI) on Tuesday in Lagos. The intervention programme aims to provide essential support to individuals affected by the devastating 2022 flood and the most vulnerable members of the Lagos Read More…
The Lagos State Government has issued a reassuring statement to residents, underscoring its commitment to eliminating open defecation by 2025. This pledge is part of a broader initiative aimed at addressing sanitation challenges and promoting a healthier environment in the state. The statement, released by Mr. Adekunle Adeshina, Director of Public Affairs, emphasized the state Read More…
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has revealed that Nigeria is embarking on a groundbreaking vaccination drive aimed at protecting girls against the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV), which is responsible for the majority of cervical cancer cases. This campaign is set to become the largest single round of HPV vaccination ever conducted in the African region, Read More…
In an official announcement, the Nigerian Army revealed plans to dispose of the unexploded ordnance recovered from the site of the 2002 Ikeja Cantonment Bomb Blast at the Army Range in Owode Ajilete, Ogun State. According to Lt.-Col. Olabisi Ayeni, Deputy Director of Army Public Relations for the 81 Division, Nigerian Army, the disposal operation Read More…
