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In a statement brimming with profound sorrow, Governor Mutfwang denounced the escalating violence that suspected hoodlums unleashed, leaving homes destroyed, livelihoods shattered, and lives tragically lost. He offered heartfelt condolences to the mourning families, the affected communities, and those wrestling with injuries from the horrific attacks. Reaching out to the residents of Mangu and neighbouring […]
A pall of fear hangs over Mangu town in Plateau state, as the 24-hour curfew imposed by Governor Celeb Mutfwang after Tuesday’s fresh killings seems powerless to quell the ongoing violence. Residents report continued horror, with gunmen storming communities, firing indiscriminately, and setting houses ablaze. Despite the restrictions on movement, attackers reportedly reached several areas, […]
Building a city that can weather any storm – that’s the ambitious vision behind the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency’s (LASEMA) groundbreaking initiative: the Disaster Risk Reduction Policy and Framework for Emergency Management Fund. This comprehensive document charts a course towards a safer and more resilient Lagos, reducing the impact of disasters and creating a […]
Ondo State awaits the final send-off for its former governor, Rotimi Akeredolu, who passed away on December 27th, 2023, after a courageous battle with prostrate cancer. In a statement released recently, the Akeredolu family confirmed the burial date as February 23rd, 2024, igniting preparations across the state for a somber yet momentous occasion. Akeredolu’s tenure […]
Tensions simmer at the Plateau State House of Assembly as 16 expelled lawmakers, despite their removal by the Appeal Court, vow to resume their legislative duties today. To head off potential clashes, the state police command has deployed a heavy security contingent, blanketing the Old Government House with a fortress of armed officers. The move […]
The Senate is set to summon Minister Nyesom Wike following the escalating security challenges in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. This was revealed by the senator representing the FCT, Ireti Kingibe, during an interview. Senator Kingibe, who was elected under the Labour Party (LP) platform, expressed concern about the recent surge in criminal activities, including […]
Lagos State has flexed its muscles against environmental infractions, shutting down Oke-Afa Market, Isolo, and Katangua Market, Abule Egba, for egregious violations of waste disposal regulations. The markets, overflowing with trash and plagued by unhygienic practices, posed a serious health threat to residents, prompting swift action from authorities. Tokunbo Wahab, Commissioner for Environment and Water […]
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) says it is relocating its headquarters from Abuja to Lagos its original base in the interest of the Authority and the nation. This is contained in a statement by Mrs Obiageli Orah, Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, FAAN. Orah said the decision was taken after wide […]
The has sealed nine hotels and a company over noise pollution and other environmental violations. This enforcement was carried out by officials of the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA), which revealed this on its X handle. The environmental protection agency said the nine facilities were closed down to safeguard the environment from pollution and […]
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Thursday, filed an amended 20-count charge against the suspended governor of Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, Godwin Emefiele in an FCT High Court. Earlier, EFCC dragged Emefiele to court on six counts. They bordered on alleged breach of procurement procedure in the award of the contract to […]
