Lagos State Signage and Advertisement Agency (LASAA) has distanced itself from the collapse of a giant billboard in Surulere, Lagos State, which caused injuries and damage to properties. In a statement LASAA said, ‘‘the Agency unequivocally disassociates itself from actions capable of endangering the lives and property of citizens and will continue to ensure that structural integrity is maintained in …

Mohamed Salah scored one goal and created the other as Liverpool beat Manchester City 2-0 at the weekend, a win that pushed the Reds ever closer to the Premier League title. The Egypt star has scored 30 goals in all competitions this season, including nine in his last eight matches for leaders Liverpool. He was the catalyst of a victory …

Rivers Governor Siminalayi Fubara has expressed his delight with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration for taking the Ogoni cleanup and development seriously. Fubara emphasized that the government’s efforts to restore meaningful development to the affected areas would bring happiness to the people of Ogoni, who have suffered greatly due to pollution and environmental degradation. The governor highlighted the dire situation …

President Bola Tinubu has revealed plans to set up a committee to align the proposed census to the government’s present financial realities. The President announced this development on Monday, February 24, 2025, following a meeting between the President and officials of the National Population Commission led by the Chairman, Nasir Kwarra. Disclosing the details of the meeting in a statement …

The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has issued a ultimatum to the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) to settle outstanding bridging claims totaling N100 billion. In a communique released on Monday by the Depot Chairmen of IPMAN, the marketers expressed frustration over the prolonged delay in payment, despite repeated assurances from the NMDPRA. The communique …

Nigerian farmers are facing a tough time as the wet season begins, with skyrocketing prices of farm inputs threatening food production. Farmers are calling on the government to intervene, urging them to provide subsidies for farm inputs, ensure mechanization, and promote local production of farm inputs. The government’s support is crucial in reducing the financial burden on farmers and making …

Lucky Aiyedatiwa has officially commenced his first four-year term as the Governor of Ondo State after being inaugurated in a ceremony held at the Ondo State capital, Akure on Monday 24th February 2025. The event was attended by top government officials, traditional rulers, party leaders, and supporters. Aiyedatiwa took the oath of office at 12:59 p.m., shortly after his deputy, …

President Bola Tinubu has directed stakeholders in the basic education subsector to work towards returning children to the classroom and decreasing the number of out-of-school children. Minister of Education Dr. Tunde Alausa said this on Monday in Abuja during the quarterly meeting of Universal Basic Education Commission, (UBEC) management and chairmen of State Universal Basic Education Commission, SUBEC, held with …

The Federal Government of Nigeria has approved the establishment of a Food Processing Equipment and Machinery Development Institute (FOPEMDI) in Ekiti State. This development is expected to boost employment and increase state revenue through value-added agricultural products. The Executive Vice Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI), Khalil Halilu, confirmed the approval in a …

An American Airlines flight from JFK Airport to Delhi was diverted to Rome on Sunday due to a bomb threat. The flight, carrying 199 passengers and 15 crew members, was rerouted over Turkmenistan two hours from its destination. Subsequently, the flight was diverted due to a “possible security issue” related to a possible bomb on board. Passenger Neeraj Chopra, who …