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Former Kogi Governor Yahaya Bello arrested by EFCC over N80.2 billion fraud allegations

In a significant development, former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello has been arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over allegations of money laundering, breach of trust, and the misappropriation of N80.2 billion. The arrest marks a turning point in the EFCC’s pursuit of the former governor, who has evaded arrest for months Read More…

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Rights lawyer Inibehe Effiong demands probe into alleged extra-judicial killings by suspended Lagos aide

Prominent human rights lawyer, Inibehe Effiong, has called for an immediate and thorough investigation into the alarming confession of extra-judicial killings made by Wale Ajetunmobi, a recently suspended aide to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu. Effiong’s demand was made public through a tweet directed at the Governor, urging law enforcement agencies to take swift action. In his Read More…

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Legal Nigeria Top Story

Supreme Court victory: Lagos reclaims control over lotteries and gaming

In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court of Nigeria has reaffirmed the constitutional authority of state governments to regulate lotteries and gaming activities within their jurisdictions. This decision nullifies the National Lottery Act, marking a significant victory for Lagos State and a step towards true federalism. The case, identified as Suit No. SC/1/2008, was brought before Read More…

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Culture & Arts Entertainment Fine Art Top Story

Million-dollar banana: Crypto mogul buys Cattelan’s provocative artwork

In a stunning display of the contemporary art market’s unpredictability, Maurizio Cattelan’s iconic “Comedian” installation has fetched a staggering $6.2 million at Sotheby’s New York. This banana, duct-taped to a wall, has become one of the most expensive fruits ever sold, outbidding pre-sale estimates by a factor of four. The buyer, Chinese cryptocurrency entrepreneur Justin Read More…

Budget Business Top Story

Sanwo-Olu Presents Lagos Y2025 Budget Estimates to Legislature

In a significant move towards sustainable development, Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu today presented the Year 2025 Budget Estimates of N3.005 trillion to the Lagos State House of Assembly. The budget, aptly christened the “Budget of Sustainability,” aims to foster continuity, resilience, and prosperity for Lagosians. The Y2025 budget is structured around five key pillars: Infrastructure Read More…

Budget Business Top Story

Sanwo-Olu to present Lagos Y2025 budget to legislature on November 21

Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu is set to present the Y2025 Appropriation Bill to the Lagos State House of Assembly on Thursday, November 21, 2024, at noon. This highly anticipated event will unveil the “Budget of Sustainability,” a comprehensive plan to foster continuity, resilience, and prosperity for Lagosians. The Y2025 budget, dubbed the “Budget of Sustainability,” Read More…

Boxing Sports Top Story

Streaming the Future: How the Tyson-Paul fight redefined sports media

Picture this: Over 60 million viewers from around the world glued to their screens, eagerly anticipating the showdown between a boxing legend and a social media star. The Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul fight not only broke streaming records but also ignited a firestorm of controversy. From accusations of the fight being rigged to the Read More…

Crime Drug Trafficking Metro Top Story

NDLEA seizes billions worth of drugs in major Lagos drug bust

In a significant victory against drug trafficking, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has dismantled two major cross-border drug trafficking syndicates, seizing large consignments of cocaine, methamphetamine, and opioids worth billions of naira. The operation, which took place at Murtala Muhammed International Airport and various locations across Lagos, led to the arrest of six Read More…

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INEC Declares APC’s Aiyedatiwa Winner Of Ondo Guber Poll

In a decisive victory, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared Lucky Aiyedatiwa of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as the winner of the Ondo State gubernatorial election held on Saturday, November 16, 2024. Aiyedatiwa, the incumbent governor, secured a landslide win, polling a total of 366,781 votes, significantly ahead of his closest rival, Agboola Read More…