A newly constructed pedestrian bridge has partially collapsed at the Five Stars Bus Stop, heading towards Iyana-Isolo along the Oshodi-Apapa Expressway in Lagos. Eyewitnesses told Vanguard that the incident occurred early Thursday morning around 6:30 am. The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) promptly intervened to address the situation. Upon LASEMA’s arrival, part of the … Read more
FirstBank has reassured its customers that the transition to a new cloud-based procurement and financial platform, set to begin on Saturday, October 26, will not disrupt banking services. While the bank had previously noted potential service disruptions, it clarified that these would affect vendors, not customers. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Tinubu Arrives Abuja After Two-Week Working … Read more
Nigeria’s Flying Eagles staged a comeback to secure a 2-1 victory over Côte d’Ivoire in their second match of the 2024 WAFU Zone B qualifiers in Togo on Thursday. After suffering a 1-0 defeat to Burkina Faso in their opening game, the Flying Eagles faced a must-win situation to keep their qualification hopes alive. EDITOR’S … Read more
The federal government, led by President Bola Tinubu, has revealed plans to significantly reduce the use of the U.S. dollar, in the Nigerian economy , focusing on strengthening the local currency, Naira. According to Wale Edun, Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, the administration aims to de-dollarise the economy as part of … Read more
President Bola Tinubu is set to announce measures to reduce governance expenses, following the recent appointment and reassignment of ministers in his cabinet. In an interview on ARISE TV, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, revealed that despite the addition of seven new ministers, the administration is committed to significantly … Read more
The Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Obafemi Hamzat, has voiced concerns about the imminent risk of submersion due to climate change. Speaking at a Strategic Management Meeting organized by the Lagos State Ministry of Justice, which included various Ministries, Departments, Agencies (MDAs), and stakeholders, he warned that Lagos could face the same sinking fate as … Read more
Controversial Nigerian music star Habeeb Okikiola, widely known as Portable, reportedly survived an assassination attempt on Wednesday in Ota, Ogun State, after an encounter with an armed individual. In a viral video, Portable appeared visibly shaken as he recounted the near-fatal experience, shouting, “They want to kill me!” The footage captured the tense moment when … Read more
The Federal Government has decided to proceed with the money laundering case against Binance Holdings Limited, despite dropping the charges against the company’s executive, Tigran Gambaryan. EKO HOT BLOG reports that on Wednesday, authorities withdrew the $35 million money laundering charges against Gambaryan, citing his poor health and diplomatic pressure as key reasons. Gambaryan, an … Read more
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved a $618 million loan from a consortium of international financiers for the acquisition of six M-346 attack jets, manufactured in Italy, alongside necessary ammunition for the Nigerian Air Force. Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, disclosed this decision on Wednesday, October 23, highlighting that the purchase … Read more
The government of President Bola Tinubu has withdrawn money laundering charges against Tigran Gambaryan, an executive of Binance Holdings Limited. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) had initially charged Binance, a major cryptocurrency firm, and Gambaryan in April with allegations of money laundering. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Tinubu Arrives Abuja After Two-Week Working Vacation In … Read more
The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) has released its latest Air Quality Index, revealing that Agege has the highest and most hazardous air pollution levels in the state. According to data published on Tuesday, Agege recorded an alarming 103 percent, indicating critical air pollution levels dangerous to residents. Surulere followed with a “very unhealthy” … Read more
The Lagos High Court’s Probate Registry has summoned Christian Chukwuka Wigwe to appear within eight days to address a legal dispute concerning the estate of the late Herbert Wigwe, former CEO of Access Bank. Christian, who claims to be a cousin of the deceased, is contesting the provisions of Herbert Wigwe’s will and how his … Read more
The v, has addressed the situation surrounding the Libya vs Nigeria Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier for the first time. During a press conference, Motsepe expressed his disapproval of the incident that occurred at the Libya airport, involving Nigeria’s Super Eagles ahead of their AFCON 2025 qualifying match. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All … Read more
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Registrar, Professor Ishaq Oloyede, has claimed that JAMB is the largest user of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) in the world, particularly for registration and examination purposes. Speaking at the 2024 International Week and 17th Annual Research Conference at the University of Lagos, Oloyede emphasized that no other … Read more
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has received four cargoes of crude oil from the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) under a naira-for-crude agreement, according to both refinery officials and the Federal Government. These deliveries, made over the past three weeks, are part of a larger initiative where NNPCL supplies crude to local refineries in exchange … Read more
A late strike from Shakirat Moshood secured a 1-0 victory for Nigeria’s Flamingos over hosts Dominican Republic in their final Group A match at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup on Wednesday. This win marked the Flamingos’ third triumph in Group A, following their earlier victories—4-1 against New Zealand and a 4-0 rout of Ecuador. … Read more
Notorious crossdresser Okuneye Idris, popularly known as Bobrisky, spent the night in custody at the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) Annex in Alagbon, Lagos State. A source confirmed to Punch that further directives regarding Bobrisky’s case are pending. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Tinubu Arrives Abuja After Two-Week Working Vacation In UK, France NIDCOM Gears Up for … Read more
President Bola Tinubu is anticipated to unveil a much-anticipated cabinet reshuffle this week following a closed-door meeting with Hadiza Bala-Usman, Special Adviser on Policy Coordination. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Tinubu Arrives Abuja After Two-Week Working Vacation In UK, France NIDCOM Gears Up for 7th Nigeria Diaspora Investment Summit, Aims to Drive Economic Growth BREAKING: APC Sweeps … Read more
Isaac Fayose, the younger brother of former Ekiti State Governor Ayodele Fayose, has criticised the arrest of crossdresser Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, by the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS). Bobrisky was detained at the Seme border while attempting to leave Nigeria for Benin Republic. His arrest coincides with an ongoing House of Representatives investigation … Read more
Grammy-nominated Afrobeat musician Femi Kuti has revealed that some of his family’s most significant adversaries come from their own ethnic group, the Yorubas. Speaking at the 2024 Felabration Festival in Lagos, Femi Kuti emphasized that his family rejects tribalism, having been deeply influenced by pan-Africanist figures during their upbringing. EDITOR’S PICKS: ICYMI: Nigerian TikToker, Oloba … Read more