August 3, 2025

Lagos

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CGC Adeniyi Commissions School and Health Centre in Sagbokoji, Deepens Community Impact Through ‘Customs Cares’ Initiative

In a landmark gesture of social responsibility, the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, on Tuesday, commissioned a newly constructed school and a primary healthcare centre in Sagbokoji, a riverine community in Lagos State. The projects, executed under the Nigeria Customs Service’s flagship ‘Customs Cares’ initiative, mark a significant step in bridging the development gap

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Lagos Taskforce Arrests 52 Suspects During Clean-Up Operation on Lagos Island

The Lagos State Environmental and Special Offences (Enforcement) Unit, in a joint operation with the State Taskforce, arrested 52 suspects during a clean-up and enforcement exercise on Lagos Island on Saturday, April 26, 2025. The operation, which started at 12:35 a.m., targeted individuals engaged in illegal street trading, pickpocketing, and other activities deemed disruptive to

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Sports

Tennista Foundation Flags Off Grassroots Tennis Drive with Maiden Junior Tourney in Lagos

In a spirited move to bolster grassroots tennis development in Nigeria, the Tennista Foundation successfully staged its inaugural junior tennis championship at Rowe Park Sports Centre in Yaba, Lagos. The four-day tournament, which commenced on Wednesday and concluded on Saturday, witnessed a vibrant display of talent with over 110 young players—55 boys and 55 girls—competing

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General

Lagos CCTV Shop Explosion: Victim Succumbs to Injuries

Tragedy has struck in Lagos as the victim of the recent CCTV shop explosion in the Ojodu area has died. The incident, which occurred when an electrical fire sparked an explosion, left one person injured and caused significant damage to the shop. The victim, whose identity has not been disclosed, was rushed to the hospital

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General

EFCC arraigns ex-convict, one other for hawking naira in Lagos

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned two individuals, including an ex-convict, for hawking Naira notes in Lagos. Folake Adeoti, a repeat offender, and Modupe Adewuyi were brought before Justice Yellim Bogoro of the Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos, on one-count charges of Naira abuse. Adeoti was arrested on March 21, 2025,

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Sports

Lagos Set to Host International Boxing Tournament

Get ready for a thrilling night of boxing as six nations converge at the Balmoral Convention Centre in Lagos on April 18. The high-stakes tournament, staged by Game Rush and Balmoral Promotions, promises to deliver elite-level boxing action. Following the success of their previous events, Chaos in the Ring and Friday Fight Night, this tournament

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Sports

Junior Yellow Greens Begin Quest for U-19 World Cup Ticket

Nigeria’s male U-19 cricket team, the Junior Yellow Greens, will face Namibia in their opening match of the 2026 ICC U-19 World Cup qualifiers at the Tafawa Balewa Square Cricket Oval in Lagos today. The Junior Yellow Greens are seeking a second appearance at the men’s U-19 World Cup, having debuted at the 2020 edition

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Entertainment Life Style

Nigeria Food Summit Set to Showcase Culinary Innovation in Lagos –

The second edition of the Nigeria Food Summit is set to take place in Lagos on Friday, bringing together key stakeholders in the food industry to explore opportunities for growth and global recognition. In a statement on Thursday, the event’s convener, renowned culinary expert Gbolabo Adebakin (popularly known as Chef Gibbs), highlighted the summit’s theme,

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Religion

British Deputy High Commissioner Hosts Interfaith Iftar with NASFAT Leaders in Lagos, Emphasizes Unity and Collaboration   

In a gesture underscoring interfaith solidarity and diplomatic partnership, the British Deputy High Commissioner to Nigeria, Jonny Baxter, hosted leaders of the Nasrul-Lahi-L-Fatih Society (NASFAT) for a Ramadan Iftar dinner at his official residence in Ikoyi, Lagos, on Tuesday. The event, held on the 18th night of Ramadan, brought together religious, governmental, and business leaders

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