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  The Speaker of the House of Representatives Rep. Femi Gbajabiamila has sympathized with Nigerians from all parts of the country as a result of the killings from the #EndSARS protests, saying Nigeria's unity remains non-negotiable. Speaker Femi Gbajabiamila said that Nigerians killed before, during and after the #EndSARS protests must get justice. The Speaker, who sympathised with Nigerians from all parts of the country as a result of the killings, said the unity of the country remains non-negotiable. Speaking when he paid a visit to sympathise with the governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwoolu, on Sunday, the Speaker said the destruction caused by the protests was a very sad event that should not occur again in the history of Nigeria. The Speaker and his delegation also paid a visit to the Oba of Lagos, Rilwan Akiolu, whose historical palace was destroyed during the wave of violence that engulfed the state. The delegation equally met with the national leader of the All Progres...

  *Solicits for Public support to stem the tide of crimes and breach of Public peace* In line with the directive of the Inspector-General of Police, *IGP M.A Adamu, NPM, mni* for the immediate mobilization of all police operational assets and resources to bring an end to the wanton violence, killings, looting and destruction of public and private property by hoodlums who hijacked the "END SARS" protest and unleashed mayhem to the law abiding citizens,the Anambra State Police Command in collaboration with other Security agencies in the State have embarked on intensive joint patrol on all nooks and crannies of Anambra State in order to reclaim the public space from criminal elements masquerading as protesters to ensure peace and safety in the affected areas. This follows a joint security management meeting with heads of other Sister Security Agencies who resolved to deal decisively with all acts of lawlessness, disruption of public peace and order and wanton violence which have...

  •Ministers, Southwest Governors: We Stand With Sanwo-Olu •Akeredolu To Igbo: Disregard Threat Of Violence By Adeyinka Grandson Shock! This was the expression on the faces of the Federal Executive Council (FEC) members from Southwest and Governors as they toured the public assets and private properties destroyed in Wednesday's coordinated arson in Lagos State. The Governors and the Ministers were in Lagos on Sunday to commiserate with Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu over the large-scale destruction of public and private facilities by hoodlums who had hijacked the #EndSARS protests by youths. The delegation of Governors and Ministers was personally received by Sanwo-Olu at the State House in Marina, where the Lagos helmsman showed them the pictorial evidence of the violence before visiting some the torched assets - the Lagos High Court, the Nigeria Port Authority (NPA) building and the Forensic Lab. Many sighed endlessly; others were simply shaking their heads. Some brought their pho...

  CURFEW UPDATE The curfew in Lagos State has been reviewed. Restriction time is now 8pm to 6am. Lagosians are enjoined to plan their journey times as they go about their lawful businesses. *All Public & Private Schools remain shut till further notice.* Signed: *Gbenga Omotoso* HC, Information and Strategy Lagos State. 25th October, 2020.

  Samsung Electronics chairman Lee Kun - hee , who transformed the South Korean firm into a global tech titan, has  died  at the  age of 78 , the company said. Under Mr  Lee's  leadership,  Samsung  rose to become the world's largest producer of smartphones  and  memory chips. Known for a reclusive lifestyle, Lee was left bedridden by a heart attack in 2014. Little was revealed about his condition, leaving him shrouded in mystery even in his final days. “It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Kun-hee Lee, chairman of Samsung Electronics,” said a company statement. “Chairman Lee passed away on October 25 with his family, including vice-chairman Jay Y Lee, by his side … His legacy will be everlasting.”.

  25th October, 2020 Residents of Jalingo, Taraba State, have discovered and looted a COVID-19 palliatives warehouse in the state. This follows a similar trend of discovery and looting in some states across the country. The looting of COVID-19 warehouse started from Lagos and has extended to states like Oyo, Osun, Plateau, Edo and Kwara. It was gathered that the residents overpowered security operatives, who watched helplessly as the people made away with different food items. The looting, which started yesterday evening, continued till 9pm as more people came for their share of the hoarded palliatives. However, there are reports of a stampede as more people trooped into the warehouse. About two people are feared dead as the looting went on unhindered.