With the recent incident at Obafemi Awolowo University, a thorough investigation has been initiated by the university management into a confrontation between a male student and a lecturer. Sources reveal that the student, identified as Gift, a 200-level student, unintentionally entered a lecture room conducted by Dr Ariyo, thinking it was his class. Upon realizing…
The recent upswing in cooking gas prices, attributed by the Nigerian LNG Limited to a mix of domestic and global factors, is directly impacting the masses, leading to heightened household expenses. The average price of 1kg cooking gas has surged by 61%, reaching N1,200 from N696 in June 2023. This escalation poses a financial burden…
Outcry from traders in Lagos State, particularly those at Balogun Market in the Lagos Island Local Government Area, concerns have been raised regarding the burdensome levies imposed by the government, with accusations of extortion. In an interview with reporters, traders at Balogun Market revealed that they are subject to exorbitant payments, which have left many…
In a move to address the pressing issue of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in Niger State, Governor Mohammed Bago announced the establishment of the Niger State Refugees Commission. Expressing deep concern over the substantial number of IDPs in the region, Governor Bago unveiled a substantial take-off grant of N500 million to support these individuals. The…
Motorists and residents in the Alimosho Local Government area of Lagos State have voiced their concerns regarding the deteriorating condition of waste collection trucks operating in the region. These stationary trucks, commonly referred to as PSP trucks, are reportedly breaking down indiscriminately on local roads, leading to traffic congestion and safety hazards. According to various…
Nigeria is yet again facing a heavy shockwave that threatens to tip the nation off the edge, the nation is currently facing a severe scarcity of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), commonly known as cooking gas, with Lagos and several other states bearing the brunt of the crisis. This dire predicament has left households and small…
The newly appointed Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr. Olayemi Cardoso, emphasized the CBN’s commitment to combat inflation under his leadership. He expressed a desire for their policies to have a positive impact on people’s lives. This announcement came as Mr. Cardoso welcomed the Impact Investing Community, led by Muhammadu Sanusi II,…
Title: Unearthing Vulnerability: The Plight of Blind Drug Traffickers and NDLEA’s Battle Against Illicit Drugs In a harrowing tale that underscores the depths of human desperation, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) recently made a series of arrests that exposed the disturbing involvement of three visually impaired individuals in the illicit drug trade. In…
