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Truck overturns on Otedola Bridge, triggers massive gridlock on Lagos-Ibadan expressway
A heavy-duty truck on Wednesday overturned on the Otedola Bridge axis of the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, causing severe traffic congestion on both the inward and outward sections of the road. The Mack truck, which was conveying two 20-foot containers, reportedly developed a mechanical fault while heading inward toward the Secretariat. The resulting gridlock stretched beyond the Kara Bridge, leaving many motorists…
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Tinubu govt has done nothing for Nigerians- Adebayo
The 2023 presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Prince Adewole Adebayo, recently spoke on the coming 2027 general elections. In this interview, he accessed President Bola Tinubu’s government, readiness of the opposition for the 2027 elections, the controversy surrounding the Electoral Act, IPAC election boycott threat and other salient issues. Excerpts INEC has announced dates for the 2027…
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LAWMA rewards outstanding female sweepers, expands welfare with Ilera Eko Health Scheme
The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) haa celebrated female street sweepers and other women in its workforce with free health screenings and special recognition awards to mark International Women’s Day 2026. The Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of LAWMA, Muyiwa Gbadegesin, delivered the welcome address at the Authority’s headquarters in Ijora Olopa, stating that the programme was organised to honour the…
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Makoko demolition: Lagos Assembly urges Sanwo-Olu to relocate displaced residents
The Lagos State House of Assembly has adopted the recommendations of its standing Committee on Rules and Business concerning the demolition exercise carried out in Makoko, Oko-Agbon and Sogunro communities, making them the official resolution of the House. The House resolution followed a petition addressed to the Speaker, Mudashiru Obasa, titled: “Urgent Appeal Regarding Ongoing Mass Forced Eviction and Illegal…
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Obasa bags key commonwealth parliamentary role, to serve on CPA African Executive Committee
The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. (Hon) Mudashiru Ajayi Obasa, has been appointed as a Sub-National Representative on the African Executive Committee of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA). The notification of the appointment was conveyed in a letter from the CPA Africa Region and read on the floor of the House by the Clerk, Barr. Olalekan…
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UCL: Osimhen inspires Galatasaray to 1–0 win over Liverpool F.C
By Tosin Omojola Nigerian international, Victor Osimhen, played a key role as Turkish champions Galatasaray defeated Liverpool 1–0 in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League Round of 16 clash in Istanbul. The striker was heavily involved in the encounter and provided the assist for the only goal of the match, though he also had a strike ruled out…
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NFF, Odegbami, others pay tribute to late Coach Onigbinde
By Tosin Omojola More tributes have continued to pour in following the death of former Super Eagles coach, Adegboye Onigbinde, who passed away on Monday night. Reacting to the news, the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) described the passing of its former Technical Director and two-time head coach of the senior men’s national team as “the exit of a great man…
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Super Eagles Boss Chelle raises alarm over attempt to force him out
By Tosin Omojola Super Eagles head coach, Eric Sékou Chelle, has alleged that certain individuals are bent on ending his tenure with the national team. Under Chelle, the Nigeria national football team made a spirited push to qualify for the FIFA World Cup but fell short. However, the team went on to win the bronze medal at the 2025 Africa…
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‘A true Iroko has fallen’: NSC pays tribute to ex-Super Eagles Coach Onigbinde
By Tosin Omojola The National Sports Commission (NSC) has expressed deep sorrow over the death of former Super Eagles coach, Festus Adegboye Onigbinde, describing him as one of the towering figures in the history of Nigerian football. Onigbinde, a respected football tactician and administrator, led Nigeria to the 2002 FIFA World Cup and also served as a technical instructor for…
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Tinubu sends Oyedele, Magnus Abe nominations to Senate for confirmation
President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday asked the Senate to screen and confirm Mr. Taiwo Oyedele as Minister of State for Finance, replacing Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite. The President also urged the Senate to confirm former Rivers South-East senator, Magnus Abe, as chairman of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission. The requests were contained in separate letters read during plenary by the…
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