Nigeria Politics Top Story

Governors of South-West States Unite for High-Stakes Meeting in Lagos

The Lagos House, Ikeja, witnessed a significant assembly today as Governors from the South-Western states of Nigeria convened for a crucial meeting. The gathering, hosted by Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, included esteemed leaders such as Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State, Biodun Oyebanji of Ekiti State, Dapo Abiodun of Ogun Read More…

Environment Metro Top Story

Lagos Assembly pushes for free public toilets to combat open defecation

In a bid to address the persistent issue of open defecation, the Lagos State House of Assembly has called on the Ministry of Environment and Water Resources to enforce environmental laws and ensure the provision of free public toilets across the state. This move comes after a motion was raised by Hon. Stephen Ogundipe, representing Read More…

Government Metro Top Story

Lagos Government cancels work-from-home policy

The Lagos State Government has announced the cancellation of the work-from-home policy for public servants, effective from April 1, 2025. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu made this decision following the implementation of the new minimum wage and other welfare measures aimed at improving the well-being of state workers. The work-from-home initiative was introduced in February 2024 to Read More…

Abia Education Nigeria Top Story

Amadeus University holds inaugural matriculation and official opening ceremony

Amadeus University, a new not-for-profit institution dedicated to academic excellence, innovation, and societal impact, will hold its inaugural matriculation and official opening ceremony on February 8, 2025. This event marks the formal commencement of the University’s mission to provide high-quality education to students from diversebackgrounds. Founded by Dr. Godwin Nwabunka, a seasoned development economist and Read More…

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Football Sports Top Story

FA overturns Myles Lewis-Skelly’s controversial red card

The British Football Association (FA) has officially overturned the red card shown to Arsenal’s young talent, Myles Lewis-Skelly. The verdict came after intense scrutiny of the incident that occurred during Arsenal’s 1-0 victory against Wolverhampton Wanderers on Saturday, January 25. Lewis-Skelly, aged 18, was issued a straight red card for what was deemed “serious foul Read More…

Business Telecommunications Top Story

NCC approves price hike for phone calls, data services

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) announced on January 20, 2025, that it has approved tariff adjustments for telecommunications operators in response to prevailing market conditions. This is the first adjustment since 2013, marking a significant move aimed at balancing telecom consumer interests and industry sustainability. The NCC’s decision comes under the authority vested in Section Read More…

Culture & Arts Entertainment Metro Music & Nightlife Top Story

Lagos earns massive $71.6 million from 2024 ‘Detty December’ festivities

Lagos, the bustling commercial capital of Nigeria, has once again demonstrated its potential as a destination city by generating over $71.6 million in revenue during the 2024 ‘Detty December’ season. The impressive figures were announced by Mr. Idris Aregbe, the Special Adviser to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Tourism, Arts, and Culture. According to the ‘Lagos Read More…

Business Oil & Gas Top Story

Dangote Refinery blames petrol price increase on global crude oil surge

Dangote Petroleum Refinery has addressed the recent increase in petrol prices, attributing it to the sharp rise in global crude oil prices. Anthony Chiejina, Group Branding and Communications Officer emphasised that the refinery’s ex-depot price adjustment from ₦899.50 to ₦950 per litre is a direct response to the 15% surge in Brent Crude prices, which Read More…

Business Power Top Story

TCN clarifies: Benin-Omotosho line tripped, not system collapse

The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has refuted reports of a national grid collapse today, attributing the power disruption to the tripping of transmission lines. “The nation’s grid did not experience any collapse today, contrary to the widely published misinformation in the media,” said Ndidi Mbah, General Manager, Public Affairs. Earlier today, at about 13:41 Read More…