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22 Oct
It is four years and five months that Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu got sworn in as the governor of Lagos State. But a day after he was sworn-in, May 30, 2019 precisely, he promised to end the menace of articulated vehicles parking on Lagos roads, especially port access roads. He pledged this while on a field…
15 Oct
In terms of good road networks, Ogun State has never had it so bad in recent years, going by the current state of the roads and what many see as the indifference of the state government to the plight of the residents.
1 Oct
October 1, 1960 would remain indelible in Nigeria’s history. Nigerians will continue to cherish the day because it was on that day that the country was granted full independence from Great Britain, and it received its Freedom Charter from the Queen’s representative at the independence ceremony, Princess Alexandra of Kent. Marked low-keyed today across the…
3 Sep 2023
No fewer than 71 pupils have passed out of Achievax Base Schools, Alakuko, Lagos State.Among them was Favour, Omotola, the Head girl and daughter of the owner of the schools.At the schools’ 16th graduation, the graduands were entertained by the pupils. There were presentations from the various arms of the schools: KG, Nursery, primary and secondary.
3 Sep 2023
Curated to focus on ideal family values in the society, The Blue Peers club recently commemorated its 40-year anniversary. Speaking during the event, the president of the club, Alhaji Tayo Adebanjo, said the club came into existence 40 years ago, comprising five young professionals of diverse backgrounds who came together to help one another and…
13 Aug 2023
Travellers and motorists plying the Warri-Benin dual carriage way are lamenting the dilapidated state of the road. For a journey from Benin to Warri that is usually covered in less than one hour, motorists and travellers endure harrowing experiences....
6 Aug 2023
The deplorable state of Olodo bridge and connecting roads in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, has resulted in frustration for road users and a lull in economic activities. Motorists and residents that ply the bridge are currently in pains following its collapse that has forced them to either take alternative routes that cost them more…
6 Aug 2023
Not many people are capable of making a difference in their field of study or profession, but Dr. Ayebo Bolanle Francine is indeed making a mark in the accounting industry.
6 Aug 2023
In the bustling world of entertainment, a new star has emerged, captivating audiences with her impeccable talent and infectious humor. Adenike Abigail Ademola, popularly known as Iya Nikeh
23 Jul 2023
The African Leadership Review, organisers of the Excellence in Corporate Enterprise and Leadership Awards has honoured Mr. Kola Olugbodi as the Professional Services Personality of the Year 2023.
23 Jul 2023
The wife of the Ogun State Governor, Mrs. Bamidele Abiodun has appealed to all Nigerians to always take note of changes happening in their bodies, to prevent life threatening diseases.
16 Jul 2023
How governments at the state and local levels have remained taciturn while unscrupulous members of the public convert concrete kerbs, pedestrian walkways and sundry found spaces to makeshift shops and stalls is what has left many law abiding residents troubled as the trend worsens.

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of Dr. Abdullahi Usman Bello as the Chairman of the Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB), pending confirmation by the Nigerian Senate. Presidential spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale, confirmed Tinubu's approval of Bello's appointment in a statement on X on Thursday. According to the Ngelale, Dr. Bello is a consummate…
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Hoodlums attacked and set on fire the Neni Divisional Police station in Anaocha Local Government Area of Anambra State. It was gathered that the hoodlums numbering about 30 stormed the area at about 2am on Thursday and destroyed several buildings. READ ALSO: First phase of Lagos-Calabar Highway to be completed in three years – FG…
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To streamline operations and enforce parity across its workforce, the Board of Eko Electricity Distribution Company (Eko Disco) has affirmed recent management changes and its decision to harmonize salaries and conditions of service for all employees. Dispelling rumors of a reversal in the dissolution of the former management under Dr Tinuade Sanda, Mr. Dere Otubu,…
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The Federal Government said the first phase of the Lagos-Calabar highway will be completed within the next three years. This was disclosed on Thursday in a statement by Ben Bem Goong who is the spokesman to the Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi. Goong made this announcement following Umahi's inspection of the Lagos-Calabar coaster highway…
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An Ikeja Sexual Offences and Domestic Violence Court on Thursday discharged and acquitted a 23-year-old student, Victory Tasie, charged with defiling his girlfriend.
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Persons familiar with the antecedents of Senator Uba Sani, the Governor of Kaduna State, readily attest to the fact that he is hardly ever deterred by challenges or adversities, no matter how daunting. Stories abound of his daring exploits as a young civil and human rights activist when successive military juntas held sway in Nigeria.…
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