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Beyond Brick and Mortar: Building Solutions for Lagos’ Invisible Citizens

On February 15, 2024, the Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, sparked controversy with his announcement to “clear” homeless communities residing under bridges across the city. The Governor, quoted by The Guardian on February 16, 2024, cited concerns about aesthetics, security, and traffic congestion as motivating factors, stating: “We cannot allow people to turn under Read More…

Metro Transportation

Ban on RTEAN activities lifted, govt seeks unity in transportation Sector

The Lagos State Government has announced lifting the ban on activities of the Road Transport Employers’ Association of Nigeria (RTEAN) within the state, signalling a new phase in the transport sector’s dynamics. According to Mr. Sola Giwa, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Transportation, the decision reflects the government’s commitment to fostering peace and Read More…

Metro Weather

Haziness and cloudiness predicted over Lagos from Monday to Wednesday

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has issued a weather forecast indicating haziness and cloudiness across Nigeria from Monday to Wednesday, with particular implications for Lagos and surrounding areas. According to NiMet’s weather outlook released on Sunday in Abuja, moderate dust haze with a horizontal visibility range of 2km to 5km is expected over the northern Read More…

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Markets Metro

LASG orders closure of Mandilas Market for cleanup

The Lagos State Government has taken decisive action to close Mandilas Market for two days, aiming to ensure compliance with its directive for the removal of illegal make-shift structures along road setbacks within and around the market area. The closure notice was issued following a joint inspection and enforcement exercise conducted by the Lagos State Read More…

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Federal High Court Discharges Sowore and Bakare of Treason Charges

Omoyele Sowore and Olawale Bakare have been discharged of alleged treasonable felony charges by the Federal High Court, Abuja. This decision follows the withdrawal of the charges by the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF), Mr Lateef Fagbemi, SAN. Justice Emeka Nwite, in his ruling, announced the discharge of the defendants, stating, “In view of the Read More…

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Insecurity Nigeria

Defence Minister reiterates ban on unauthorised camouflage use

Dr. Bello Matawalle, the Minister of State for Defence, has reaffirmed the prohibition on the unauthorised use of camouflage uniforms across the country, citing the prevailing security situation as the basis for the directive. Matawalle stressed that only the Armed Forces and the Police are permitted to use camouflage uniforms during joint operations. He underscored Read More…

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Nigeria Oyo Protests Top Story

Protests erupt in Ibadan over economic hardships, Seyi Tinubu encourages endurance

A wave of protest swept through Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State, on Monday, as citizens expressed their frustrations over the economic challenges stemming from the policies of President Bola Tinubu. The demonstrators, predominantly youths, took to the streets, blocking major thoroughfares to highlight the escalating cost of living nationwide. They demanded urgent government action Read More…

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Business Technology

EU launches investigation into TikTok over alleged breach of online content rules

The European Union has initiated an investigation into ByteDance’s TikTok to determine whether the social media platform violated online content regulations aimed at safeguarding children and ensuring transparent advertising, announced EU industry chief Thierry Breton on Monday. Breton stated, “Today we open an investigation into TikTok over a suspected breach of transparency & obligations to Read More…