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The chairperson for the Epe Local Government Area in Lagos State, Surah Animashaun, has described the vandalisation of newly installed electricity cables in the area as a setback to an effort aimed at restoring the LG to the national grid.Animashaun, in a statement made available by her media office, stressed that the action had left several communities in the LG in darkness.She added that communities like...

The acting National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, Umar Damagum, asserted that PDP remains the strongest opposition party in the country, adding that any merger without the PDP would not unseat President Bola Tinubu in 2027.Damagum, speaking in an interview, reacted to comments by the 2023 presidential candidate of the New Nigeria People’s Party, Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso, who ruled out an alliance with the P...

The Federal Government has said it was open to “constructive dialogue” with the leadership of Niger Republic to de-escalate the brewing diplomatic tension between the two neighbouring countries.The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar, in a statement, reiterated Nigeria’s commitment to peace and stability in West Africa, calling for “candid discussions to address mutual concerns&rdquo...

The Federal Ministry of Works has budgeted N4 billion to construct a presidential helipad and a jetty in Lagos.Out of the N49.7 trillion proposed budget for 2025, presented by President Bola Tinubu on December 18, the Ministry will make use of N1.057,101,549,307 for construction and rehabilitation projects.The Ministry plans to spend N340 million on public schools, N289.4 billion on roads, and N2.48 billio...

Doctors in Ondo State under the Association of Resident Doctors, University of Medical Sciences Teaching Hospital Ondo chapter, on Tuesday, began an indefinite strike over alleged poor working conditions and welfare packages.The resident doctors had earlier staged a protest against the management of the state-owned teaching hospital, accusing it of ignoring their demands.The doctors highlighted several iss...

The Remarkable Season of Kazem Ogunleye: A 2024 TriumphKazem Ogunleye’s 2024 season was nothing short of extraordinary. The dynamic forward, known for his relentless work ethic and sharp eye for goal, delivered a stellar performance that solidified his place among the most promising talents in the sport.A Historic SeasonThe first half of 2024 saw Kazem in blistering form. He tallied an impressive 8 goals and 7 assists, showcasing his...

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has presented N1.18tn budgetary estimate for 2025 to the factional state House of Assembly comprising three lawmakers.The development was a repeat of last year’s action by Fubara, who shunned the 27-member factional Assembly loyal to his predecessor and estranged godfather, Nyesom Wike.In an interview, the opposition All Progressives Congress in Rivers State ...

The Lagos State Government has arrested 54 individuals during overnight enforcement operations in Lekki and Victoria Island.The Government noted the move was part of efforts to uphold public safety and enforce compliance with environmental and social regulations.The Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, disclosed this in a statement on Monday, noting that the raids were conducted...

International rights organisation, Amnesty International, has accused the military of trying to cover-up the killing of citizens in Sokoto communities.The military had on December 25 carried out operations targeting the Lakurawa terrorists in Gidan Sama and Rumtuwa communities in the Silame Local Government Area of Sokoto State.The operations, however, led to the death of no fewer than 10 citizens....

Oil marketers and the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority have said the prices of refined petroleum products are to drop further following the commencement of operations at the Warri Refining and Petrochemicals Company Limited.Dealers in the downstream oil sector said competition in the space would now be stiffer, as domestic refiners would be forced to reduce prices to get buyers....