August 18, 2025

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FRSC General

FRSC Osun Command Receives Operational Kits from Corporate Partners to Boost Road Safety

Osogbo, July 2, 2025 — In a strategic boost to its operational readiness and public-private partnership agenda, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Osun Sector Command, has received vital donations of branded raincoats and reflective jackets from two prominent companies based in the state. The donation, made on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, aligns with the

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Sanwo-Olu Commissions Rehabilitated Roads in Agege, Igando-Ikotun, Residents Rejoice

Lagos, July 2, 2025 — Jubilation erupted among residents, motorists, and commuters on Tuesday as Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu officially commissioned the newly completed road projects in Agege and the Igando-Ikotun axis of Lagos State. The commissioning, which drew crowds of enthusiastic locals, marks a significant milestone in the ongoing efforts of the Sanwo-Olu administration to

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General Housing Reform

Ilubirin Foreshore Housing Project on Track for 2026 Completion — LASG

Lagos, July 2, 2025 — The Lagos State Government has assured residents that the Ilubirin Foreshore Housing Project is progressing steadily and remains on course for completion by 2026. This was disclosed by the Commissioner for Housing, Hon. Moruf Akinderu-Fatai, who stated that the mixed-use residential development located along the Lagos Lagoon is a flagship

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General Telcoms

Internet Providers Witness Drop in Subscriber Base as Nigerians Slash Data Spending Amid Economic Pressure

Internet service providers, including major players like Starlink and Spectranet, are experiencing a noticeable decline in customer subscriptions as more Nigerians cut back on data spending due to rising economic hardship. The development signals a growing shift in consumer behavior, reflecting the impact of inflation and weakened purchasing power on household and business budgets. Recent

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General Politics

Aregbesola Accepts Role as ADC National Secretary, Promises Strategic Party Repositioning

Abuja, July 2, 2025 — Former Minister of Interior, Rauf Aregbesola, has formally accepted his appointment as the National Secretary of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), signaling a major shift in the party’s political strategy ahead of the 2027 general elections. In a statement released after his acceptance, Aregbesola expressed gratitude to the party’s leadership

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Governor Oborevwori Accelerates Infrastructure Development Across Delta’s 25 LGAs

Asaba, July 2, 2025 — Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State has intensified the pace of infrastructure development across the state’s 25 Local Government Areas, signalling a firm commitment to equitable growth, regional integration, and enhanced quality of life for all Deltans. The initiative, part of the state’s broader development agenda, is aimed at expanding

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Lagos Government Urges Residents to Embrace Environmentally Responsible Habits

Lagos, July 2, 2025 — The Lagos State Government has called on residents to adopt environmentally responsible habits as part of a renewed effort to promote a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable city. Speaking during a statewide environmental advocacy campaign, the Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, emphasized the need for collective

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Lagos State Government Begins Immediate Enforcement of Single-Use Plastics Ban

Lagos, July 2, 2025 — The Lagos State Government has commenced immediate enforcement of its ban on specific categories of single-use plastics as part of a broader strategy to combat environmental pollution and promote sustainability across the state. Announcing the enforcement on Tuesday, the Lagos State Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab,

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Crime General Money Laundering

Ex‑Aviation Minister Sirika Accused of Steering Multi‑Billion‑Naira Contracts to Family Firm — Court Testimony

A key witness in the ongoing EFCC prosecution has alleged that former Aviation Minister Hadi Sirika awarded lucrative contracts to a company linked to his daughter and son‑in‑law, bypassing open bidding and favouring family interests. Retired Ministry of Aviation procurement director Musa Odiniyan testified that Al Buraq Global Investment Limited — operated by Sirika’s daughter Fatima

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Lagos State, Afreximbank Launch SME Accelerator Programme to Boost Local Enterprises

Lagos, July 2, 2025 — In a bold step towards advancing economic development and empowering small businesses, the Lagos State Government in partnership with the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has officially launched the Lagos State/Afreximbank Accelerator Programme for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). The launch event, which took place at the Eko Convention Centre in

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