Emergency Response Metro Top Story

Surge in hoax calls disrupts Lagos emergency services

The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) and the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Services have raised alarms over a troubling increase in hoax calls, which are significantly disrupting their operations. This surge in false emergency calls has been linked to residents placing bets on whether emergency responders will show up. A source within LASEMA Read More…

Metro Police Top Story

Emergency evacuation ordered at Onigbongbo police barracks

The Lagos State Government has issued an urgent evacuation order for the Mopol 20 Barracks in Onigbongbo, Ikeja, due to the imminent risk of building collapse. The decision follows a critical assessment by the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), which revealed severe structural deficiencies in Block 3 of the barracks. “The agency dispatched a Read More…

Crime Investigation Metro Top Story

Police investigate officer’s altercation with elderly woman

The Lagos State Police Command has launched an investigation into an incident involving a police officer and an elderly woman, which was captured in a widely circulated video. The altercation reportedly occurred in the Alagbado area earlier this month. The video, which went viral on social media, shows the officer manhandling the elderly woman inside Read More…

Demolitions Metro Top Story

Demolition sparks protests in Aiyetoro

The Aiyetoro community is in turmoil following the demolition of homes, which has left many residents homeless and distraught. The demolition, which took place without prior notice, has been met with fierce protests from the affected families. “We were not given any warning,” said Mr. Adewale, a long-time resident of Aiyetoro. “One day we had Read More…

Nigeria Supplies Top Story

NNPC begins fuel loading at Dangote petroleum refinery

In a significant development for Nigeria’s energy sector, the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL) has commenced the loading of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, at the Dangote Petroleum Refinery in Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos. This marks a major milestone in the country’s efforts to boost local fuel production and reduce dependency on imports. Read More…

City Transport Metro Top Story Transportation

Fuel crisis grips Lagos: Residents struggle amidst shortages

The bustling streets of Lagos have come to a near standstill as a severe fuel shortage continues to grip the city. From Ejigbo to Surulere, residents are facing long queues and empty petrol stations, exacerbating the daily struggles of millions. “I drove for hours and couldn’t find a single station selling petrol,” said Chinedu Okeke, Read More…

Crime Metro Robbery Top Story Vandalism

Lagos Task Force apprehends four auspects in BRT attack

The Lagos State Environmental Sanitation Enforcement Agency has apprehended four individuals suspected to be linked to the August 13 attack on a Bus Rapid Transport (BRT) bus. The announcement was made by the Chairman of the Agency, Mr. Tayo Akerele, during a press briefing in Lagos. The bus, which was traveling from Orile-Iganmu to Alaba Read More…

Metro Top Story Traffic

Fuel queues spark traffic chaos in Lagos as LASTMA cracks down on disorder

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has issued a stern warning to motorists contributing to traffic congestion at filling stations across the state. This follows a notable resurgence in fuel queues, which has led to significant disruptions on Lagos roads. In a statement released on Sunday and signed by LASTMA’s Director of Public Affairs, Read More…

Leadership
Boxing Sports Top Story

Yucateco Boxing League Poised to Forge Olympic Champions for Nigeria – Imadu

In a bold declaration of intent, Omonlei Imadu, the driving force behind the Yucateco Boxing League, has assured that the league will produce medal-winning boxers for Nigeria at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics. “Mark my words, this league will produce world and Olympic champions for Nigeria,” Imadu confidently stated in an interview with the News Read More…