…school fees. "We will face difficult times if no help comes from the relevant interventionist agencies of government," the victims said.

…all local government areas. According to him, the Waste Police will be responsible for monitoring motor parks and their surroundings to prevent indiscriminate dumping of refuse. The Lagos State Deputy Chief of Staff, Mr. Sam Egube, said transport operators in other parts of the world work closely with governments to ma…

There was pandemonium in Maraban Jos in Kaduna State after mob set ablaze a woman identified as Malama Ummulkhairi over allegations of child theft that have not been substantiated. The incident has triggered outrage across the state and renewed concerns about the growing menace of jungle justice, lawlessness and the da…

…in a statement issued on Sunday by the Ogun PDP Youth Leader, Comrade Lukman Ejalonibu. Ejalonibu insisted that the recent comments by the Special Assistant on Youth Development to Ogun State Governor, Comrade Olamide Lawal, about Adebutu exposed contradictions in the ruling party's position. Recall that Olamide Lawal,…

…He called for rigorous verification of the voters’ register, the proper functioning of card readers, and stronger safeguards to prevent unauthorised access to electoral data. “We urge INEC to take immediate action to ensure that all the technological systems related to the electoral process are secured against fraudule…

By Olasunkanmi Akoni Operatives of the Lagos State Taskforce have impounded 278 commercial motorcycles, popularly known as Okada, over traffic violations and alleged involvement in criminal activities across the metropolis. The Chairman of the Taskforce, CSP Adetayo Akerele, disclosed this on Sunday, saying the enforce…

Beyond the warning, the PDP and Accord said they would monitor the PVC process closely, adding that they would demand official data on unclaimed cards for comparative review and insisting that INEC must remain transparent once collection begins. Linking their concern to recent polls, the parties argued that "unclaimed…

Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem on Sunday rejected any Israeli security zone in Lebanon, after Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed his troops would remain in the country’s south for “as long as necessary”. Israeli troops “remaining on Lebanese land is impossible. There are no security zones for Israel… we have…

…a, “productive bilateral meeting,” adding, “the two Ministers also reviewed plans to harmonise tax administration within the FCT.” The harmonisation, he said, would eliminate “multiple taxation while optimising revenue generation in line with the new tax reform law, to accelerate development across the Territory.” The…

…investigation,” the statement added. CP Ibrahim Gotan, advised parents and guardians to monitor their children and wards closely and urged young people to shun cultism and engage in lawful and meaningful activities. Osun police arrest eight suspected cultists, political thugs

…in yesterday's governorship election. "I also congratulate his running mate, Mrs Monisade Afuye on her re-election. " Oyebanji's victory in the governorship poll with 83.54 per cent of the total votes cast is a reward for performance and outstanding delivery of the dividends of democracy to the people of Ekiti during h…

…accessories and a beaded crown, reflecting a rich traditional wedding aesthetic. Captioning the post, Peller expressed joy over the milestone, writing: "Today, I proudly paid the bride price of the woman I love." He added that the ceremony marked the beginning of a new chapter in their relationship, noting: "A beautifu…

…Tesla owners in China have discovered a workaround to the vehicle's distracted driving monitor: tiny plastic heads. Over on X, folks spotted a Tesla with an authorized limousine permit sticker for San Francisco County and the San Francisco International Airport. A spokesperson for SFO told TechCrunch that "Tesla has be…

…He noted that through policy reforms and strategic investments, Nigeria is positioning itself as a leading cultural and creative hub on the African continent. He urged participants to use the conference as a platform to build partnerships, exchange ideas and develop practical strategies for transforming Africa's rich c…

…Chairman of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa, and iconic Nollywood actor Richard Mofe-Damijo (RMD), alongside entrepreneurs, investors and policymakers. The event created space for discussions on trade, innovation, leadership and opportunities tied to stronger economic links across Afri…

…advantages enjoyed by some fintech operators. Akintola noted that companies such as Moniepoint benefit from extremely low funding costs because customer balances are often transactional in nature. "Their cost of funds is effectively zero or close to it. The moment people receive large amounts of money, they move it to…

…he said. The former APC publicity secretary in Niger State accused the party of abandoning internal democracy during its recent primaries, alleging that about 80 per cent of candidates in the state emerged through a “Government House-arranged consensus.” He described the process as “the biggest political deceit since 1…

…and net-zero implementation. Events will take place at some of London's most iconic venues, including the UK Parliament, Buckingham Palace, Kew Gardens, the Globe Theatre, Guildhall and Mansion House.

…health complications. His lower-body circulation has been affected, resulting in chronic swelling and skin discolouration. Volunteers and followers at the temple where he is carrying out the vow provide daily care, regularly cleaning his legs and applying ointments to reduce the risk of infection and manage his conditi…

…party identification, the NDC alleged that several polling units experienced malfunctioning Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) devices, a situation it said undermined the credibility of the electoral process. The party also alleged incidents of result manipulation and mutilation in favour of the candidate of the…

,,,Stakeholders Demand Stronger Monitoring By Davies Iheamnachor, Port Harcourt Stakeholders in the Niger Delta have called for stronger monitoring and accountability in the implementation of the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA), particularly in the operations of Host Community Development Trusts (HCDTs). They made the cal…

…government, stay on social media whipping up sentiments. Yesterday was their day of reckoning," he added. Oyebanji recorded a sweeping victory across all 16 local government areas of the state in the election. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) declared that he polled 319,224 votes to defeat his close…

…market moves toward the end of the first half of 2026, the key question for sector positioning is whether the Oil & Gas and Industrial Goods outperformance can be sustained, or whether mean reversion - already visible in the June correction - will narrow the gap with the lagging sectors.

…can whip up tribal sentiments for lifeKeep keeping people poor and hope that you can weaponiseHope that you can bank on all the hungry votes that you can buyJust to get it repeat the same cycle all the timeWe sefCome make we talk, gimme one secondHow many we go take before we don fed up?Inflation rate high like my bloo…

He urged the governor to closely monitor developments before, during and after the election, stressing that maintaining vigilance would be crucial to safeguarding his mandate. "The governor must follow them closely and ensure he has eyes on the ground because they have already concluded plans to go beyond the election…