Suspected Trafficking: 11 minors rescued from Plateau illegal motor park
The Plateau Gender and Equal Opportunities Commission has uncovered an illegal motor park operating in the state for nearly ten years without detection. Mrs. Olivia Dazyam, Chairperson of the commission,…
NRC to Prioritise Workers’ Welfare Despite High Diesel Costs, Financial Strains – MD
The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) says it will continue to prioritise the welfare of its workforce and make their work environment safer and friendlier. The Managing Director of the corporation,…
DHQ: Troops Neutralise Scores of Terrorists, Arrest Dozens, Rescue Captives Nationwide
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) says troops have neutralised scores of terrorists, apprehended dozens of suspects and rescued several kidnapped victims nationwide between May 28 and June 4. The Director, Defence…
Lagos Ports: 22 ships discharge cargoes, 42 expected
A total of 22 ships are discharging petroleum products and other commodities at Apapa, Lekki and Tin-Can Island ports in Lagos, says the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA). The NPA, on…
LASEPA Warns of Population-Driven Pollution, Advocates Clean Energy and Recycling
The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) has warned that rapid population growth is increasing pollution pressures in the state, while advocating wider adoption of cleaner energy and recycling systems…
Chelsea join Newcastle in chase of sensational Nigerian £21.6m rated Zadok Yohanna
Chelsea and Newcastle have both had bids accepted for highly-rated AIK winger Zadok Yohanna – who will now have a choice between the two clubs. The Premier League clubs are…
Xenophobia: Over 1000 Nigerians sign up to be repatriated from South Africa
At least 1,094 Nigerians have registered interest in voluntary return from South Africa following xenophobic attacks, up from 130 previously seeking repatriation, with a joint screening process under way to…
Dan’iya mourns victims of Tureta, Sabon Birni attacks; calls for decisive action against insecurity
The Governorship Candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Sokoto State, Hon. Manir Muhammad Dan’iya (Walin Sokoto), has expressed profound grief over the recent wave of violent attacks…
Obafemi Hamzat: Again, Lagos gets it right, by Azuh Arinze
Politics, at its finest, is about continuity, competence, and the ability to build on existing foundations while charting a fresh course for the future. In Lagos State, Nigeria’s commercial…
Ebola: LAWMA Issues Precautionary Advisory to Health Facilities, Waste Handlers
The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has issued a precautionary advisory to health facilities and medical waste handlers following the Ebola outbreak in parts of East Africa. The Managing Director…
