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Ikorodu road crash claims 8-month-old baby, woman, injures 10 others
A tragic road accident along Ikorodu Road on Sunday claimed the lives of an eight-month-old baby and an adult woman, while ten other passengers sustained varying degrees of injuries. The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) said the fatal collision occurred opposite Olabode House, between the Anthony and Obanikoro areas of Lagos. According to LASTMA, a red Tata commercial bus…
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BREAKING: ECOWAS must speak with one voice on security, democracy- Tinubu
By Kunle Sanni, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has urged leaders of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to strengthen unity and collective resolve in the face of renewed threats to democratic governance in the region, citing the recent coup attempt in Benin Republic and political instability in Guinea-Bissau. Tinubu, who was represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, made…
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Osun 2026: Oyebamiji’s emergence signals APC victory, says Oyintiloye
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, Hon. Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, has described the emergence of Bola Oyebamiji as the party’s candidate for the August 8, 2026 governorship election as a clear signal of victory for the party. Speaking with journalists on Sunday in Osogbo, Oyintiloye said Oyebamiji’s emergence through a consensus arrangement should be credited to…
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December 17 protest is sacrosanct – NLC President
The National President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Joe Ajaero, has said that the congress’ planned nationwide protest on 17 December remains sacrosanct. He made the statement shortly after a courtesy visit on the Chairman of the nineteen Northern States Governors’ Forum and Governor of Gombe State, Inuwa Yahaya, in Gombe the capital city of the state. “I am…
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BREAKING: West African Leaders gather in Abuja for 68th ECOWAS ordinary session
Kunle Sanni Nigeria on Sunday hosted the 68th Ordinary Session of the Authority of Heads of State and Government of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) at the State House Conference Centre, Presidential Villa, Abuja. Vice President Kashim Shettima arrived at the venue to represent President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the high-level summit and formally welcome West African…
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Eno lauds Ikot Abasi heritage, restates support for culture-driven development
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to preserving and sustaining the age-long customs and traditions of the people of the state, describing culture as a vital pillar for social cohesion and tourism development. Governor Eno made this known during his participation in the Ikot Abasi Day celebration, held as part of the ongoing State…
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Alimosho LG charts 2026 fiscal direction as chairman flags off budget, procurement retreat
The Chairman of Alimosho Local Government in Lagos State, Johnson Akinpelu, has officially declared open the 2026 Budget and Annual Procurement Retreat in Ibadan, Oyo State. The retreat convened top government officials, procurement officers, heads of departments, development partners and key stakeholders to deliberate on the fiscal priorities and governance direction of the local government ahead of the 2026 fiscal…
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FCSC hails Wike’s civil service reforms, marks Minister’s 58th birthday with high praise
The Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC) has commended the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, for his strong commitment and passion for civil service reform. The commendation was contained in a congratulatory message issued by the Commission to mark the minister’s 58th birthday. In the message, personally signed by the Chairman of the FCSC, Prof. Tunji Olaopa,…
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LASCOHET Provost declares zero tolerance for misconduct, warns new students
By Folashade Olorunfunmi The Provost of the Lagos State College of Health Technology (LASCOHET), Prof. Raheem Akewushola, has reiterated the institution’s zero tolerance for misconduct, warning that any violation of the College’s Code of Conduct will attract appropriate disciplinary action. He made this known during the orientation programme for newly admitted students of the College for the 2025/2026 academic session,…
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LASCOTA Badagry West installs ex-Council Chairman as patron, confers leadership award
By Folashade Olorunfunmi The Badagry West Chapter of the Lagos State Council of Tradesmen and Artisans (LASCOTA), the umbrella body for artisans in the Local Council Development Area (LCDA), has formally installed Joseph Bamgbose as its Patron and conferred on him an Award of Excellence in Leadership. The honour was bestowed in recognition of his sustained support, fatherly mentorship and…
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