Collapsed Building Was Sealed 4 Months Ago- Lagos Deputy Gov Hazmat
The Deputy Governor of Lagos, Obafemi Hamzat says the collapsed Ikoyi building was sealed four months ago over anomalies. Hamzat said the Lagos State Building Control Agency( LASBCA) sealed the premises for four months when some ‘anomalies’ were observed. During the visit to the site on Tuesday, the deputy governor said the approval plan for […]
Gunmen Invade Abuja University Headquarters, Abduct Professor, Two Children
Gunmen on Tuesday morning invaded the university of Abuja headquarters and abducted a professor of economics, Obansa Joseph, two of his children, and other people. The university’s spokesperson, Habib Yakoob confirmed the incident, saying the victims are about six in number. “Yes, I just confirmed that the information is true. Apart from the professor and […]
Nigerians Against GMOs Are Not Terrorists- Activists Reply DG of NBMA
Anti -Genetically Modified Organism (GMOs) campaigners have replied to a statement from the Director-General, National Biosafety Management (NBMA), Dr. Rufus Ebegba wh referred to the activists as terrorists for the campaign against the approval of the TELA Maize into the country. The rejoinder by the groups was contained in a statement signed by Marian Bassey […]
21- Storey Building Collapses In Ikoyi, Many Feared Dead
A 21- Storey building under construction on Gerrard Road in Ikoyi, Lagos has collapsed on Monday afternoon. According to eyewitnesses, several people including artisans working in the building are believed to be trapped inside. The building was said to have collapsed around 2 pm. About 50 people including the owner identified as Mr. Femi are […]
COP 26: African CSOs Demand Real Action As $700+ Groups Reject Net Zero
Climate justice civil society groups in Africa have issued a position paper urging governments of Africa attending the COP in Glasgow to advance climate solutions that will build resilience of African communities with a view to demonstrate commitment for the continent’s fair share of global climate change action. The African CSOs are making the demand […]
Yinka Odumakin’s Widow, Joe Okei-Odumakin Gives Birth To Twins At 55
Joe Okei- Odumakin, the widow of Yinka Odumakin, national publicity secretary of Afenifere, has given birth to twins – a boy and girl. Odumakin died on April 2 from COVID-19 complications at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital(LASUTH). In a statement on Sunday, Okei-Odumkin was said to have delivered the twins on Wednesday, October 27 […]
PHOTO: Tinubu Meets Buhari In Aso rock
National Leader of All Progressive Congress(APC), Bola Tinubu on Monday met with President Muhammadu Buhari in Aso rock, Abuja Tinubu returned to Nigeria on October 9 after undergoing knee surgery in London While in London, President Buhari paid him a visit while he was recuperating. Here are the photos of their meeting
The naira and its many enemies By Simon Kolawole
When you sow the wind, you reap the whirlwind. This always comes to mind anytime there is an outbreak of debate over the naira. It is a discussion we have been having since, I think, 1986 when Gen Ibrahim Babangida, then military president, launched the structural adjustment programme (SAP) essentially to develop the non-oil sectors. […]
Why I Crossed The Rubicon – Dele Momodu
By Dele Momodu Fellow Nigerians, I know I caught many people unawares yesterday with the sudden announcement of my membership of the leading opposition party, the People’s Democratic Party. It was practically impossible to inform all members of my extended family and many friends of such a monumental decision for several reasons. I know for […]
Tobacco Industry Interfering In Nigeria Government Policies, CAPPA Alerts
The enforcement of the National Tobacco Control Act 2019 and the National Tobacco Control Regulations 2019 may be derailed by the tobacco industry except the Nigerian government prohibits the unnecessary interactions between public officials and the tobacco industry, the Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has cautioned. These demands formed part of recommendations by […]
