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APC Primaries: Elliott raises alarm over withdrawal of security aides, alleged intimidation
The lawmaker representing Surulere Constituency I in the Lagos State House of Assembly, Hon. Desmond Elliott, has raised concerns over alleged intimidation and political pressure ahead of the primaries in Surulere, claiming his security aides were withdrawn amid rising tension within the party. In a viral video released on Sunday, the actor-turned-politician accused some APC leaders of coercing party members…
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Chelsea turn to Alonso after troubled season
By Tosin Omojola Chelsea F.C. have reportedly reached an agreement with former Real Madrid CF and Bayer 04 Leverkusen manager Xabi Alonso to become the club’s new head coach on a four-year contract. The Blues are said to have moved swiftly to secure the Spaniard as they continue their search for stability following another disappointing season. The development comes just…
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Strong institutions key to economic growth- Obasa tells global investors
The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, has stated that no economy can achieve sustainable prosperity without strong institutions and strategic collaboration between government and private investors. Obasa made the remark while delivering a keynote address on the theme, “Legislative Leadership and the Role of Global Private Capital in Modern Economic Growth,” at the…
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Olopade charges Taekwondo athletes to win medals in Bamako
By Tosin Omojola The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Bukola Olopade, has paid a working visit to the national trials of the Nigeria Taekwondo Federation, urging athletes to target podium finishes at the forthcoming African Taekwondo Championships in Bamako. The visit, according to the Commission, forms part of the NSC’s inclusivity policy aimed at ensuring all sports…
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NITDA strengthens role as Nigeria’s tech ecosystem orchestrator
The National Information Technology Development Agency has reaffirmed its commitment to building a coordinated and inclusive digital ecosystem in Nigeria, further strengthening its role as an orchestrator of the country’s technology ecosystem. This was disclosed during a working visit focused on Nigeria’s startup ecosystem framework, where the Director General of NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa, was represented by the agency’s Director of…
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Methane Scare: Ogun confirms all patients stable, discharged
The Ogun State Government has disclosed that all persons admitted at the State Hospital, Ijebu-Ode, following the recent chemical inhalation incident in some schools within the town, have been discharged after receiving medical attention and being certified fit by health personnel. The Commissioner for Health, Tomi Coker, made this known during an engagement with parents, guardians and residents at Our…
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Police bust suspected ‘One Chance’ syndicate in Lagos
…recover dummy pistol Operatives of the Lagos State Police Command have arrested six suspected members of a notorious “One Chance” robbery syndicate, allegedly involved in robbing unsuspecting commuters along Ago Palace Way, Okota area of Lagos State. A statement issued on Sunday by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, Abimbola Adebisi, said the suspects were apprehended following a stop-and-search operation carried…
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Celtic FC title win boosts Nigerian stars abroad
By Tosin Omojola The emergence of Celtic F.C. as champions of the Scottish Premiership has further increased the number of Nigerian players who have won league titles with their clubs abroad this season. Celtic on Saturday defeated Heart of Midlothian F.C. 3-1 to secure the Scottish top-flight title, with Nigerian international Kelechi Iheanacho part of the victorious squad. Iheanacho played…
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Oshodi/Isolo 2: Oloyede-Bello floors Bamigbetan, Johnson, 5 others to clinch APC ticket
The immediate past Chairman of Ejigbo Local Council Development Area in Lagos State, Monsuru Oloyede-Bello, popularly known as OBE, has emerged winner of the All Progressives Congress (APC) primary election for the Oshodi/Isolo Federal Constituency II seat with a total of 8,252 votes. Oloyede-Bello defeated two former commissioners, Kehinde Bamigbetan and Ganiyu Johnson, alongside five other aspirants, including Dr. Rasheed…
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2027: Kolade Alabi wins APC Somolu Reps primary
The immediate past Chairman of Bariga Local Council Development Area (BLCDA), Kolade Alabi, has emerged winner of the All Progressives Congress (APC) primary election for the Somolu Federal Constituency seat in Lagos State. The primary election was conducted across the 12 wards in the Somolu Federal Constituency, with the results officially announced on Saturday at the APC Secretariat in Somolu,…
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