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Aviation on alert

Keyamo condemns viral exposure, urges reform after Ibom Air assault The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has condemned the disturbing behavior of a passenger aboard Ibom Air Flight Q153, while highlighting a broader push for strengthened aviation safety and security protocols. On Sunday, August 10, 2025, Comfort Emmanson (also known as Comfort Read More…

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NDLEA confirms discovery of synthetic cannabis in moin-moin sachets in Lagos

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has officially confirmed that synthetic cannabis—popularly known on the street as “Colos” (short for “Colorado”)—was discovered hidden inside moin-moin cooking sachets during a seizure in the Lekki area of Lagos. NDLEA spokesperson Femi Babafemi issued a public warning advising parents and guardians to inspect moin-moin sachets closely if Read More…

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Lagos Belongs to Its People — Let Democracy Decide

By Nkanu Egbe When Senator Babafemi Ojudu warned in a widely shared post that “Lagos is playing with fire”, he struck a raw nerve in Nigeria’s largest and most complex city. His essay, published on LinkedIn, raised concerns about ethnic politics in Lagos—particularly actions and rhetoric that may alienate or provoke segments of its diverse Read More…

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Lagos pushes ahead with ambitious transport infrastructure overhaul

Red Line now operational, Green Line set to break ground, airport terminal facelift approved In a bold push to transform mobility and ease congestion across Nigeria’s most populous city, the Lagos State Government and Federal authorities have unveiled major strides in infrastructure development—marking what experts are calling an “unprecedented transport revolution” in the megacity. This Read More…

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Caritas Communications announces leadership transition, appoints COO and second-generation management team

Caritas Communications Limited, a pioneer in energy-focused reputation management and strategic corporate communications consulting in Africa, has announced a significant leadership transition as part of its long-term growth and succession plan. Effective August 1, 2025, Chief Adedayo Ojo, the company’s visionary founder and Chief Executive Officer, assumes a new role as Chairman of the Board Read More…

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Good and Bad Breakfast Options

When it comes to breakfast, there’s usually a lot to unpack. From the popular opinion that it’s overrated to knowing what exactly is best to have, breakfast often sparks a lot of debate. Skipping breakfast is not as bad as we’ve been led to believe over the years. In fact, aggressive marketing by cereal companies Read More…

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Cooperatives: The Missing Link in Lagos’ Urban Development Agenda

By Nkanu Egbe Lagos, Nigeria’s economic nerve centre, continues to chase ambitious development targets—from housing and transport to job creation and food security. Yet, one of the most powerful tools for inclusive economic participation lies neglected: cooperatives. In a city where a significant majority of the economy operates informally, the Lagos State Government has rightly Read More…