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7 takeaways from President Tinubu’s Democracy Day speech
2 mn read Here are seven takeaways from President Tinubu’s Democracy Day address.Here are seven takeaways from President Tinubu’s Democracy Day address.The president’s speech hinged on the celebration of Nigeria’s democracy and touched on several other matters of concern for Nigerians. Celebration of Democracy President Tinubu recalled how Nigeria’s journey back to democracy started 31 years ago following the annulment […]
Governor Sanwo-Olu charges young Nigerians to stop drug abuse
3 mn read Sanwo-Olu stated that stakeholders should pledge to work together, innovate continuously and remain steadfast in the nation to break the cycle of drug abuse. The Executive Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Tuesday called for collaboration by stakeholders against substance and drug abuse.The governor made the call at the MTN Anti-Substance Abuse Programme (MTN […]
Lagos-Calabar highway reduced from 10 to 6 lanes as FG reroutes project
2 mn read Umahi says the first 47km of the project would be open to the public by May next year. The Federal Government says the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project has been rerouted to avoid possible damage to telecommunication companies’ subsea cables.The government also disclosed that the road project has been reduced from 10 lanes to six to […]
FRSC wants harsher penalties for Nigerians who violate traffic laws
2 mn read The marshal added that the harsh penalties would deter road users from violating established regulations. Malam Shehu Mohammed, the Corps Marshal, Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), has called on Chief the Justice of the Federation, (CJN) Justice Olukayode Ariwoola to strengthen existing laws with stiffer punishment for traffic offenders.Mohammed made the call during the induction of […]
PDP tells Tinubu to review his ‘suffocating policies’
2 mn read The PDP criticised Tinubu for allegedly undermining the democratic principles, legacies, and values Moshood Abiola fought and died for. The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has called on President Bola Tinubu to listen to the cries of Nigerians and review his ‘suffocating policies.’The party said this in a statement released on Tuesday, June 11, 2024, to […]
Gov Soludo backs 6-year presidential tenure, rejects LG autonomy
< 1 mn read The ex-CBN boss asserted that granting autonomy to local government areas contradicts the principles of true federalism. Anambra State Governor Chukwuma Soludo expressed support on Wednesday, June 12, for increasing advocacy for a single term for elected officials.The former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor suggested a unicameral Nationa Soludo shared his views at The Platform […]
Lagosians blame irregular LAWMA collection for improper waste disposal
3 mn read Indiscriminate waste disposal can lead to environmental pollution, health hazards, and other negative impacts. Lagos residents on Wednesday decried the heaps of refuse on some major roads around the state without prompt evacuation by the Lagos State Waste Management Authority (LAWMA).The residents also lamented the indiscriminate dumping of refuse by Lagosians on the roads. In […]
Cholera outbreak in Lagos State claims 5 lives, hospitalises 60
2 mn read Residents are advised to rely on the state Ministry of Health, Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), and accredited local health facilities for guidance, advice on prevention and treatment. The Lagos State Government has called for heightened vigilance and adoption of precautionary measures as the state records a cholera outbreak resulting in five fatalities.Prof. Akin […]
Ibadan men allegedly steal noodles valued at ₦3m, granted ₦200k bail
< 1 mn read The defendants stole the noodles belonging to one Vet Needs Company, Ibadan, without the company’s consent. Two men were on Monday docked in an Iyaganku Magistrate’s Court, Ibadan, for allegedly stealing noodles (indomie) worth ₦3 million.The police charged Wale Ogunsakin, 35, and Christopher Adeogo, 34 with conspiracy and theft. They pleaded not guilty. The Prosecutor, Insp Toyin Ibrahim told […]
Varsity student throws her newborn baby from the top floor of her hostel
< 1 mn read The lady reportedly threw her newborn baby from the top of a three-storey building of her hostel, a fatal incident that led to the death of the infant. A female student of the Federal University Dutse in Jigawa State has allegedly killed her newborn baby in a school hostel, sparking outrage and disbelief among the […]