< 1 mn read The Lagos State Ministry of Works and Infrastructure has initiated a three-day training program for 60 engineers, focusing on bridge and road construction. Held at the Public Service Staff Development Centre in Magodo, Lagos, the training is themed “Bridge Building: From Theory to Practice” and aims to enhance practical skills in design, construction, and maintenance […]
2 mn read The Lagos State Government has reported an increase in cholera cases and fatalities, with deaths rising from 15 to 21 and infections increasing from 350 to 401. This rise was anticipated due to large gatherings during the Eid-el Kabir celebration, according to Dr. Kemi Ogunyemi, the Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor on Health. […]
< 1 mn read The Boston Celtics clinched their 18th NBA Championship on Tuesday, June 18, 2024, ending a 16-year title drought by defeating the Dallas Mavericks 106-88 in Game 5 of the NBA Finals at TD Garden. The victory sealed the series 4-1, with Jaylen Brown earning the Bill Russell NBA Finals Most Valuable Player (MVP) award for […]
< 1 mn read President Bola Tinubu has extended birthday felicitations to his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Mr. Bayo Onanuga. Tinubu lauded Onanuga for his professional excellence and significant contributions to journalism and the media landscape in Nigeria. He highlighted Onanuga’s role in the pro-democracy struggles and his leadership positions, including co-founding The News Magazine and serving […]
< 1 mn read President Bola Tinubu of Nigeria and President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa met privately in Johannesburg on June 19 to discuss strengthening bilateral cooperation and enhancing economic ties between their countries. The meeting, which took place at the Radisson Blu Hotel, followed President Ramaphosa’s second-term inauguration, attended by President Tinubu. During their discussions, President Tinubu […]
< 1 mn read Governor Siminalayi (Sim) Fubara of Rivers State has been widely praised for his commitment to democratic principles, particularly in his handling of the local government chairmen’s tenure completion. The National Vanguard for Rule of Law (NVRL) highlighted Governor Fubara’s respect for the people’s will by allowing the elected local government officials to serve their full […]
< 1 mn read In a recent development at the Federal High Court in Abuja, Justice Inyang Ekwo dismissed a fundamental rights enforcement suit filed by Nadeem Anjarwalla, an executive from Binance Holdings Ltd, against the National Security Adviser (NSA) and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The suit was dismissed on grounds of lack of diligent prosecution. […]
< 1 mn read In response to the tragic events caused by torrential rains in Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire, the government has provided updates and actions taken: ### Incident Details: – **Casualties**: At least 11 people lost their lives due to the torrential rains that affected Abidjan and other localities in Cote d’Ivoire. – **Injuries and Evacuations**: Seven individuals were […]
2 mn read The controversy surrounding Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s actions regarding the removal and subsequent replacement of 23 local government chairmen in Rivers State has stirred significant criticism and condemnation. Here’s a breakdown of the events and reactions: ### Events Leading to Criticism: 1. **Removal of Local Government Chairmen**: Governor Fubara instructed 23 local government chairmen to vacate […]
< 1 mn read President Bola Ahmed Tinubu recently extended warm congratulations to Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State on the occasion of his birthday. Here are the key details from the statement: 1. **Birthday Congratulations**: President Tinubu joined the family, friends, and people of Delta State in celebrating Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s birthday. 2. **Praise for Governance**: The President […]
