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A yet-to-be-identified woman has died after jumping into the Lagos Lagoon from the Third Mainland Bridge. The tragic incident occurred around 4:00 p.m. on Thursday near the University of Lagos (UNILAG) waterfront. Reports indicate that the woman plunged into the water, prompting a swift response from Marine Police stationed in the area. Lagos State Police … [Read more…]
…Sets September 2025 Deadline For Completion The reconstruction of the Oron Marine Jetty—an aquatic produce commercial hub, ferry terminal, and leisure resort—will be completed by September this year. The project, aimed at reviving sea trade activities and enhancing marine transport services in the coastal area, was flagged off on Wednesday by Governor Umo Eno in … [Read more…]
Enugu State governor, Dr Peter Mbah, has said that his governance model was in key alignment with the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) also known as 2030 Agenda in order to ensure the delivery of the democracy dividends in the state. Governor Mbah, who said this during the hosting of the Regional Stakeholders Consultation on … [Read more…]
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu articulated, on Thursday, the rationale behind his administration’s economic reforms, saying the primary motive was protecting the interests of future generations. He made these remarks at the State House in Abuja while receiving a delegation of former National Assembly colleagues from the aborted Third Republic, during which he served as a … [Read more…]
…I remain the Legislative Leader except the court says otherwise – Odo …I have no hands in the impeachment of Nnamdi Odo – Udenu Council Chairman Doris Ewoh, Enugu Following the news of his impeachment, the Councillor representing Obollo Afor ward in Udenu local government area of Enugu State, Nnamdi Odo, has stated that he … [Read more…]
In line with the directive of the Enugu State governor, Dr Peter Mbah, the state government has commenced the payment of gratuities to workers in the state civil service who retired from January this year. Confirming the development to newsmen in his office on Tuesday, the State Accountant General, Mr. Anthony Okenwa, said the government … [Read more…]
Police operatives attached to Nsukka Urban Division, in collaboration with law-abiding citizens, have arrested two male armed robbery suspects, Ugwu Ejiofor, aged 32, and Sunday Ugwuanyi, aged 26, on March 6, 2025, at about 8:40 p.m. One locally made double-barreled pistol loaded with one live cartridge, an ATM card, two mobile phones, a Yamaha motorcycle … [Read more…]
The Supreme Court of Nigeria on Tuesday affirmed Lucky Aiyedatiwa as the governor of Ondo State. Justice Lawal Garba delivered the lead judgement of the apex court while dismissing the appeal filed by the governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Agboola Ajayi. Aiyedatiwa was inaugurated two weeks ago as the governor of Ondo … [Read more…]
…Says Nigeria has lost a distinguished leader, patriot Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of former Minister of State, Foreign Affairs, Chief Dubem Onyia, describing it as a monumental loss to the nation. Mbah also described the late former federal lawmaker as a distinguished leader, consummate public … [Read more…]
…advocates gender equality for development The wife of the Enugu State Governor Mrs Nkechinyere Mbah has pledged to sustain policies and programmes geared towards the development of women, girls and other vulnerable groups in the society. Mrs Mbah gave the assurance during the celebration of this year’s International Women’s Day at the Michael Okpara Square … [Read more…]
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) achieved its best-ever performance in 2024 since its inception, with significant recoveries in various currencies, including N364.6 billion, $214.5 million, £54,318.64, €31,265, CAD$2,990, and AUD$740, the anti-graft agency has announced. Statistics released by the commission revealed that it made strides in cases involving advance fee fraud, money laundering, … [Read more…]
The Police Command in Lagos State has detained a 35-year-old suspected cultist for allegedly shooting a Disc Jockey (DJ) dead at a hotel in the Abule-Ado area. The Command’s spokesperson, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed the incident in a statement on Sunday in Lagos. He stated that the shooting occurred at 9:30 p.m. on Saturday on … [Read more…]