In a landmark ruling that has sent strong signals across Lagos State, multiple commercial drivers have been sentenced to jail terms for their involvement in a violent assault on Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) officials who were carrying out their lawful duties in the metropolis.The judgment, delivered yesterday at the Lagos State Magistrate Court,
The April Project Outreach has raised alarm over the deteriorating environmental conditions in the Amuwo-Odofin and Festac areas of Lagos, describing the situation as a looming environmental catastrophe. The group highlighted that the communities are increasingly “sinking under the weight of their own waste,” a problem attributed to years of neglect, poor waste disposal practices,
Governor of Enugu State, Peter Mbah, has called on African nations to leverage intra-Africa trade and opportunities within the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) to drive the continent’s economic growth. Speaking at the 2025 Commonwealth Enterprises and Investment Council summit in London, Mbah emphasised that Africa possesses the necessary resources, including a large population,
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) and its partners have launched a new project aimed at enhancing the country’s energy and maritime sectors. This comes after the successful delivery of two refineries, a significant milestone in Nigeria’s efforts to bolster its domestic refining capacity. The new initiative, which was officially launched on [date], is expected
Nigeria’s oil-rich Rivers State, a senior government official serving in Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s administration has raised alarming concerns over what he describes as a coordinated effort to extend the recently imposed state of emergency beyond its constitutional limits. Speaking under condition of anonymity due to the sensitive nature of the allegations, the commissioner told KIIN360
Former Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister has paid glowing tribute to the late Victor Omololu Sowemimo Olunloyo, describing his legacy as one that is almost impossible to surpass. Olunloyo, a former governor of Oyo State and an accomplished mathematician, passed away on April 5, 2025, at the age of 90, leaving behind a trail of
The Ondo State Police Command has issued a stern warning to residents, urging them to avoid participating in the planned ‘Take It Back Movement’ protest scheduled for Monday, April 7, 2025. This warning comes as part of broader efforts to maintain security stability in the state. According to DSP Ayanlade Olushola, the Police Public Relations
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with U.S. President Donald Trump in Washington, D.C., on Monday, April 7, 2025. This meeting marked Netanyahu’s first encounter with a foreign leader since Trump’s recent “Liberation Day” tariffs announcement, which has sent global markets into turmoil. Netanyahu’s primary objective was to negotiate relief from the 17% tariff imposed
Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has directed security agencies within the state to intensify efforts in tracking down and bringing to justice the assailants responsible for the brutal killings of two Chinese nationals and a police officer in Uturu, Isuikwuato Local Government Area. The tragic incident occurred on Friday when the victims were ambushed while
The recent imposition of tariffs by U.S. President Donald Trump has sent shockwaves through global markets, significantly affecting the wealth of the world’s richest individuals. The tariffs, which include a baseline 10% on all imports and higher rates for specific countries, have led to substantial losses for many billionaires. The key losers are : Mark
