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 NDLEA clarifies position on cannabis oil export report . Says its statement only an opinion and not FG approval yet The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has clarified that the statement of its Chairman/Chief Executive Officer at a workshop organized by the Nigerian Academy of Science on the prospect of cannabis oil export was merely its opinion and not an announcement of the Federal Government’s position on the issue yet. Chairman/CEO of the Agency Brig Gen Mohamed Buba Marwa (Rtd) had in his remarks as one of the invited guests at the workshop themed “Cannabis Oil Debate: The Path Forward for Nigeria”, organized by the Nigerian Academy of Science in Abuja on Wednesday 8th October 2025, disclosed that the NDLEA is not averse to the idea of exporting cannabis oil to other countries who desire it for the sole aim of generating foreign exchange earnings for Nigeria while maintaining its opposition to its local use due to the position of the extant law on such and the alre...

 17 OF 23 BENUE LGAs UNDER SIEGE, THOUSANDS DISPLACED - BSEMA BOSS RAISES ALARM 9th October, 2025   The Executive Secretary of the Benue State Emergency Management Agency (BSEMA), Dr. James Iorpuu, has revealed that 17 out of the 23 local government areas in Benue State are currently under various forms of attack, displacing thousands of residents across the affected regions. Addressing journalists in Makurdi on Wednesday, Dr. Iorpuu said only Ogbadibo, Ohimini, Konshisha, Gboko, Ushongo, and one other council area have so far been spared from the wave of violence. He lamented that the persistent insecurity has rendered hundreds of thousands of citizens homeless and financially stranded, stressing the urgent need for government intervention. Dr. Iorpuu, who also serves as the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs, warned that unless the Rivers Benue and Niger are dredged, Nigeria would continue to suffer annual flooding disasters of devastating magni...

 Alleged $6bn Mambilla Power Fraud: Agunloye Disregarded FEC Directive in Award of Contract- Witness The trial of former Minister of Power and Steel, Olu Agunloye continued on Thursday, October 9, 2025 at the Federal Capital Territory,  FCT,  High Cout,  Apo,  Abuja Giving testimony before the court presided over by Justice Jude Onwuegbuzie,   the third Prosecution Witness, PW3, Umar Hussein Babangida informed the court  that the defendant disregarded the directive and resolution of the Federal Executive Council, FEC, meeting of May 21, 2003 by awarding the Mambilla Power Project contract to Sunrise Power and Transmission Company Limited to the tune of $6billion (Six Billion US Dollars). Responding under cross-examination by the defendant’s counsel, Adeola Adedipe, SAN, the witness disclosed that the FEC meeting, presided over by the then President Olusegun Obasanjo had resolved that the defendant should not award the contract to Sunrise Power and...

 Zambia-based Nigerian, girlfriend arraigned for manslaughter A 34-year-old Nigerian, Nathaniel Barthram, and four others, including his girlfriend, Maria Zaloumis, have been charged in Zambia over the death of a 22-year-old man, Enoch Kasengele. According to a report by the Lusaka Times on Tuesday, the case has been transferred to the High Court for trial after a Kabwe Magistrate’s Court reduced the charge from murder to manslaughter and granted the suspects bail. Other suspects named in the report, seen by PUNCH Metro on Wednesday, include Zaloumis, Daniel Chiluwa, Fortune Mwitangati, and Gift Daka. They were all accused of committing the offence at Onani Farm in Kabwe on August 17. While Kasengele was said to be a resident along the Kabwe-Lusaka Road before he was allegedly killed, Barthram, a Nigerian national living at Tuzini Farm, and Zaloumis, a farmer residing at Wonani Farm, were said to have been in a relationship. In an earlier report published on September 23 by The Mas...

 Canadian man found dead in Lagos hotel room The police in Lagos State have launched an investigation into the mysterious death of a Canadian national identified simply as Sullivan, who was found lifeless in his hotel room in Victoria Island. It was gathered that the incident occurred in the early hours of October 7, just five days after Sullivan checked into the hotel on October 2. According to a hotel attendant who spoke on condition of anonymity, the guest was discovered unresponsive on the floor of his room after several attempts to reach him failed. The hotel’s Chief Security Officer subsequently reported the incident to the Victoria Island Police Division around 4:30 pm. Police detectives promptly arrived at the scene, where they documented and examined the area. A police source confirmed that no visible marks of violence were found on Sullivan’s body, indicating that foul play was not immediately suspected. The deceased’s remains were later transported to the Lagos Island Ge...

 ADC, Rhodes-Vivour petition police over NURTW chairman’s alleged 2027 election threat The African Democratic Congress, ADC, and former Labour Party governorship candidate in Lagos State, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, have filed a formal petition to the police over alleged threats of violence issued by the Lagos Chairman of the National Union of Road Transport Workers, NURTW, Mustapha Adekunle, popularly known as Sego. The petition, prepared by Inibehe Effiong Chambers and submitted to the Lagos State Police Command on Thursday, follows the circulation of a viral video in which Mr Adekunle was captured warning union members to support the All Progressives Congress, APC, in the 2027 elections or face consequences. He was quoted as saying that “what happened in 2023 would not be allowed to repeat itself in 2027.” “Our clients’ attention has been drawn to the egregious actions of some members of the NURTW, particularly Mr Mustapha Adekunle (also known as Sego), the incumbent chairman of the ...

 Ex-Lagos guber candidate, Funso Doherty joins race to succeed Sanwo-Olu Former Lagos State governorship candidate, Funso Doherty, has announced his intention to run again in the 2027 elections, expressing strong confidence that the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, can be unseated in the state. Doherty made the declaration during an appearance on Silverbird Television on Thursday, where he dismissed the long-held belief that Lagos remains an impregnable APC stronghold. He argued that the results of the 2023 presidential election had already proven otherwise. “In the last presidential election, who won Lagos? APC lost Lagos. That’s a fact,” he said. “The notion that Lagos is permanently tied to APC and cannot be dislodged is fundamentally flawed.” The politician confirmed that he will again seek the governorship seat on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP. “I will be in the race in 2027, by the grace of God, God willing, and God giving us life and strength, absol...

 TRADE FAIR COMPLEX: ZERO TOLERANCE FOR UNAPPROVED DEVELOPMENTS REMAINS NON-NEGOTIABLE 1.⁠ ⁠The Lagos State Government reiterates its zero tolerance for illegal and unapproved developments within the Trade Fair Complex, Ojo, pending full compliance with planning regulations and the attainment of a safe, orderly, and sustainable physical environment. 2.⁠ ⁠Over time, the Trade Fair Complex has degenerated into an enclave of haphazard and unsafe structures, posing grave risks to public safety and emergency response. In line with Sustainable Development Goal 11 — “Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable” — and the State’s T.H.E.M.E.S+ Agenda, the Lagos State Government is acting strictly within its constitutional and statutory mandate, as derived from the Nigerian Urban and Regional Planning Act 1992, as domesticated by the Lagos State Urban and Regional Planning and Development Law 2019, and reinforced by the Supreme Court Judgment of 2003 (Attorne...

 2027: INEC must verify certificates presented by Tinubu, govs, others – Peter Obi Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Mr Peter Obi, has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, and other relevant agencies to verify and authenticate the academic and professional certificates of all political candidates ahead of the 2027 general elections. In a statement posted on X on Thursday, titled ‘Certificate Integrity and the Future of Nigerian Leadership’, Obi said the credibility of Nigeria’s democracy depends on truth and transparency in leadership selection. He commended the resignation of the Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Uche Nnaji, following controversies over discrepancies in his academic records, describing it as “a decent and honourable step”. He also recalled that former Minister of Finance, Kemi Adeosun, resigned under similar circumstances during President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration. “These instances remind us t...

 Judge suggests Diddy serve prison term near New York  The judge who sentenced Sean “Diddy” Combs last week suggested that he serve his prison term close to the New York area. Combs was sentenced Friday to four years and two months in prison on two prostitution-related charges and was also ordered to pay a $500,000 fine. While Judge Arun Subramanian did not specify a particular facility, he noted that Combs should be placed in a prison offering substance abuse programs, including the Bureau of Prisons’ Residential Drug Abuse Program (RDAP), for which Combs qualifies. Prosecutors took no position on where Combs should serve his sentence. Although Subramanian can recommend a facility, the Bureau of Prisons has the ultimate authority over his placement. On Tuesday, Combs’ legal team formally requested that he serve his sentence at Fort Dix in New Jersey. In a letter to the judge, attorney Teny Geragos explained that placement at Fort Dix would address Combs’ substance abuse needs...

 Gene Simmons wrecks SUV in Malibu after fainting while driving Gene Simmons had a frightening accident in Malibu after losing consciousness while driving his SUV on Pacific Coast Highway. The KISS frontman reportedly crashed his Lincoln Navigator into a parked car on Tuesday afternoon. He told authorities that he had fainted behind the wheel, causing his vehicle to drift into oncoming traffic and cross several lanes before the collision. Simmons’ wife, Shannon, confirmed that he passed out while driving. He was taken to a hospital but has since been released and is recovering at home. Fortunately, no one was injured in the crash, and he is expected to make a full recovery. Shannon noted that Simmons, who dislikes drinking water, had recently started a new medication and became dehydrated, which likely led to him fainting while driving.

CENTCOM kills Al-Qaida-linked terrorist leader in Syria  The U.S. military has killed a senior member of an Al-Qaida-affiliated terrorist group in Syria, U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) announced Tuesday. Muhammad Abd-al-Wahhab al-Ahmad was killed Thursday in a CENTCOM airstrike, though the exact location in Syria was not disclosed. CENTCOM commander Adm. Brad Cooper stated that U.S. forces in the Middle East remain ready to disrupt and defeat terrorist efforts and will continue defending the homeland, military personnel, allies, and partners in the region. Al-Ahmad was identified as an "attack planner" with Ansar al-Islam, a group designated as a foreign terrorist organization by the U.S. in March 2004. Ansar al-Islam, which translates to "Supporters of Islam," is a militant Kurdish separatist movement that seeks to reshape Iraq as an Islamic state and was reportedly formed in 2001 with support from al-Qaida and Osama bin Laden. The strike comes less than two months...

 Russian drone strike destroys Ukrainian power plant ahead of winter Russian drone attacks seriously damaged a Ukrainian thermal power plant overnight, Ukrainian authorities said Wednesday. Two workers were injured in the strike, according to DTEK, Ukraine’s largest electric company, though the plant’s exact location was not disclosed. The attacks also targeted energy infrastructure in the northern Chernihiv, southern Kherson, and southeastern Dnipropetrovsk regions, part of a recurring pattern of assaults on heat sources ahead of winter. Similar strikes last year left millions of Ukrainians without electricity. DTEK also reported on X that a coal-enrichment plant in the Donetsk region was destroyed, but no injuries were reported there. Across Ukraine, at least five civilians were killed and 37 were injured in Russian attacks over the past 24 hours. Ukraine’s air force said Russian forces launched 183 Shahed-type attack and decoy drones overnight, intercepting 154, while 22 struck ...

 Gaza ceasefire reached, hostages set to be released A landmark peace agreement has been reached between Israel and Hamas, marking a potential end to the devastating two-year conflict in Gaza. Under the first phase of the deal, Israel will begin a partial withdrawal of its troops from the territory, while Hamas will release all remaining hostages. President Trump, who brokered the agreement, called it “a great day for Israel and for the world,” adding that he plans to visit Israel in the coming days. The deal is expected to bring an end to a war that has left Gaza in ruins and resulted in the deaths of more than 67,000 Palestinians, according to the Gaza Health Ministry. Trump announced the development on Truth Social, writing that both Israel and Hamas had signed off on the first phase of what he called a “Strong, Durable, and Everlasting Peace.” U.S. officials confirmed that the hostages are expected to be released within 72 hours of approval by Israel’s Cabinet, likely by Monday...

 Colombian president accuses US of bombing Colombian vessel near Venezuela  Colombian President Gustavo Petro has accused the United States of bombing a Colombian vessel carrying Colombian citizens during its recent military operations targeting alleged drug smugglers near Venezuela. The accusation comes amid a series of U.S. air and naval strikes in the Caribbean Sea that the Trump administration has described as efforts to eliminate “narco-terrorists.” However, the U.S. has not publicly identified any of the individuals killed in the operations, raising growing international concern over the legality and transparency of the strikes. In a post on X, Petro said that “a new war zone has opened up: the Caribbean,” claiming that the most recent vessel targeted by the U.S. military was Colombian. “Evidence shows that the last boat bombed was Colombian, with Colombian citizens inside. I hope their families come forward and file a complaint,” he wrote. Petro went on to allege that t...

Risky Business and The Breakfast Club actor Ron Dean dies at 87 Ron Dean, the veteran actor known for his roles in Risky Business and The Breakfast Club, has died at the age of 87. Dean passed away Sunday at a hospital in Chicago after a long illness, according to his partner of 40 years, Maggie Neff. Dean often portrayed law enforcement figures on screen, beginning with one of his earliest roles in Risky Business alongside Tom Cruise. He also appeared with William Shatner in T.J. Hooker and starred in The Package with Gene Hackman and Tommy Lee Jones. Among his most recognized roles, Dean played Emilio Estevez’s father in The Breakfast Club and appeared in Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight. His extensive television career included appearances on NYPD Blue, Murder, She Wrote, ER, Chicago Hope, CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, Cold Case, Frasier, Without a Trace, The West Wing, Still Standing, and Numb3rs. Dean’s work left a lasting mark on both film and television, and he is remembere...

 Demi Lovato’s former fiancé, Max Ehrich arrested on domestic violence charges Actor Max Ehrich, formerly engaged to Demi Lovato, was arrested in Florida on allegations of domestic violence involving a family member. Authorities charged Ehrich with battery on a person 65 or older, and he was released from jail on Wednesday after posting $1,000 bond. The arrest follows concerning behavior earlier in the day, when Ehrich appeared on Instagram Live, acting erratically and posting cryptic messages. He went live multiple times with his mother present, though it is unclear whether she is the family member involved in the incident. Ehrich is best known for his role as Fenmore Baldwin on The Young and the Restless, appearing in 120 episodes. He also has film credits, including High School Musical 3: Senior Year, Southern Gospel, and A Cowboy Christmas Romance. Ehrich was engaged to Demi Lovato in 2020 after a four-month relationship, but the engagement ended in September of that year. Repr...

 Two young boys discovered dead along Brazos River in Texas  Two young boys were found dead Tuesday evening along the Brazos River in North Texas, authorities said. The Johnson County Sheriff’s Office reported that a call came in around 6:10 p.m. from Hamm Creek Park near Rio Vista, where the children had been playing near the water. Rescue crews located the boys at approximately 8:30 p.m. and pronounced them dead on the scene. The victims, ages 4 and 7, were later identified by the Johnson County Medical Examiner as Banx McAmis, 4, and Bowyn Miller, 7. Joshua ISD confirmed that one of the boys, Bowyn Miller, was a student at Plum Creek Elementary, and the district said counseling teams will provide support for students and staff. “Our heartfelt prayers and thoughts go out to the family and community,” the district said. Multiple agencies, including the departments from Cleburne and Grandview, as well as Texas Game Wardens, assisted in recovering the boys’ bodies. The sheriff’...

 Nigerian Youths Protest CAC’s Deregistration of NYCN, Demand Reversal Dozens of Nigerian youths, under the aegis of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), staged a protest at the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) headquarters in Abuja on Thursday, condemning the Commission’s recent decision to deregister the council. The demonstration, led by NYCN President Ambassador Sukubo Sara-Igbe Sukubo, marked the start of a planned 30-day nationwide protest to demand the reversal of the deregistration and the removal of CAC Registrar-General Hussaini Ishaq Magaji, SAN. The protesters, carrying placards with inscriptions such as “Registrar-General Must Go,” “Respect Court Orders,” and “Deregistration of NYCN is a Security Concern,” blocked the main entrance to the CAC headquarters, chanting solidarity songs and demanding justice. They accused Magaji of contempt of court, alleging that the deregistration was executed despite an ongoing legal dispute before the Court of Appeal. The pro...

 Fresh wave of protests in Madagascar despite change of prime minister At least 1,000 protesters marched in Madagascar's capital on Thursday where police fired tear gas to try to disperse the new anti-government demonstration in a youth-led movement that started two weeks ago. The fresh protest came after the Gen Z movement rejected President Andry Rajoelina's attempts to defuse the tensions rocking the Indian Ocean island by appointing a new prime minister and calling for dialogue. The protesters, some wearing gas and diving masks, gathered near Lake Anosy and started marching towards the Ambohijatovo Gardens in the city centre, which has been dubbed Democracy Square, AFP reporters said. Security forces fired tear gas and arrested some of the marchers. The protests erupted on September 25 in anger over power and water shortages in Madagascar. New cabinet After adopting a conciliatory tone and dismissing his entire government, Rajoelina appointed a military officer as prime min...

 STATEHOUSE PRESS RELEASE  NATIONAL COUNCIL OF STATE UNANIMOUSLY APPROVES APPOINTMENT OF PROFESSOR AMUPITAN AS INEC CHAIRMAN  The National Council of State has approved the nomination of Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan (SAN) from the North-Central as the new Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). President Bola Ahmed Tinubu presented Amupitan as the nominee to fill the vacant position, following Professor Mahmood Yakubu's exit. Yakubu served from 2015 till October 2025. President Tinubu told the council that Amupitan is the first person from Kogi,  North-Central state, nominated to occupy the position and is apolitical.  Council members unanimously supported the nomination, with Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo describing Amupitan as a man of integrity.  In compliance with the constitution, President Tinubu will now send Amupitan’s name to the Senate for screening. Amupitan, 58, from Ayetoro Gbede, Ijumu LGA  in Kogi State, is a ...

 STATEHOUSE STATEMENT PRESIDENT TINUBU’S TRIBUTE TO THE LATE DR CHRISTOPHER KOLADE I received with profound sadness the news of the passing of the inimitable Dr Christopher Kolade, a broadcaster and boardroom guru who is one of Nigeria's intellectual treasures.  Dr Kolade, 92, was a custodian of our enterprise history, especially concerning corporate governance and human resources management. He was a principal figure in reputable institutions like the Lagos Business School. He was among the finest of men. He was exceptionally brilliant, statesmanly, diligent, and had unimpeachable integrity.  Dr Kolade was not only a boardroom icon, serving as one-time chief executive and chairman of Cadbury Nigeria Plc, but he was also a patriot and an uncompromising advocate of transparency and accountability in governance. He served Nigeria dutifully, with honesty and great dedication. From working as a colonial-era education officer to serving as Nigeria's high commissioner to the Un...

Hyundai recalls 135,000 Santa Fe SUVs due to fire hazard Hyundai is recalling over 135,000 Santa Fe SUVs due to a manufacturing defect that could lead to an electrical fire in certain crash scenarios. The recall covers 2024 and 2025 model year Santa Fe vehicles with 2.5-liter turbocharged engines, produced between Dec. 28, 2023, and July 7, 2025, at Hyundai’s Alabama assembly plant. The issue involves the starter motor’s protective cover, which may not have been fully installed during assembly. If the terminal is exposed and the engine compartment is damaged in a crash, it could contact the cooling fan, creating an electrical short and increasing the risk of fire. Hyundai estimates that only about 1% of affected vehicles actually have the defect. The defect was discovered after a November 2024 NHTSA crash test revealed smoke in the engine compartment, prompting an investigation. As of Oct. 2, Hyundai reported no crashes, injuries, or deaths related to the issue outside of the test. Own...

 KANO STATE POLICE COMMAND 9TH OCTOBER 2025                        PRESS RELEASE KANO POLICE COMMAND RECOVERS STOLEN TOYOTA HILUX MOTOR VEHICLE, ARRESTS SUSPECT The Kano State Police Command is pleased to announce the successful recovery of a stolen vehicle and the arrest of a suspect in connection with the crime. This achievement is a result of the Command's proactive measures and relentless efforts to combat crime and ensure the safety of lives and property in the State. 2.  On 29th September 2025, a report was received from the owner of a Toyota Hilux vehicle with registration number GWA 998 AR, which had been stolen from Ikeja Road, Fagge LGA, Kano State. The Police operatives attached to the Special Intervention Squad (SIS) swung into action and, through intelligence-led technical operation along Airport Road, Nassarawa LGA, Kano State, arrested one Adama Hassan, a 35-year-old female suspect of Deba LGA,  Go...

 Ohio train derailment whistleblower breaks silence on settlement A whistleblower is speaking out over concerns that victims of the East Palestine, Ohio, train derailment were misled in the $600 million class-action settlement with Norfolk Southern. Critics argue that the attorneys handling the case prioritized financial gain over the interests of plaintiffs, potentially shortchanging those affected by the chemical spill. Beth Kosar, sister of former NFL quarterback Bernie Kosar and daughter of the late Canton mayor Bernie Kosar Sr., revealed at a town hall that many residents were unaware of critical details when they signed onto the lawsuit. Kosar, who previously worked for Perfected Claims assisting with the class action, said residents were not informed about certain risks, including long-term health effects linked to chemical exposure. She described a system in which class members were encouraged to accept settlement terms and avoid pursuing personal injury claims independentl...

Four Caribbean countries implement free movement pact Citizens of Barbados, Belize, Dominica, and St. Vincent and the Grenadines can now live, work, and travel freely among the four nations without a visa or work permit under a new free movement agreement within the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), which includes 15 member states. The pact allows nationals to settle permanently in any of the participating countries and access essential public services, including education and primary health care. The initiative is part of the "enhanced cooperation" provision in the Revised Treaty of Chaguaramas, enabling select member states to advance integration even if the entire bloc does not participate. CARICOM said the agreement provides a digital registry or indefinite-stay stamp for entry, along with unified security and public health procedures coordinated through the Regional Implementation Agency for Crime and Security. Barbados’ Foreign Ministry noted that professional skills certi...

 Germany to join EU countries in planning to shoot down unidentified drones Germany has granted federal authorities the power to shoot down drones following recent sightings of unidentified drones near Munich. The government’s cabinet approved a reform package on Wednesday, which now awaits final approval from the Bundestag, Germany’s parliament. The decision follows incidents at Munich Airport last week, where drone sightings forced air traffic control to halt operations, disrupting thousands of flights. Chancellor Friedrich Merz emphasized the security threat posed by the drones, saying, “Drone incidents threaten our safety.” The new rules will strengthen federal police authority to detect and intercept unauthorized drones more quickly. Germany now joins Britain, France, Romania, and Lithuania in granting law enforcement similar powers. Officials across Europe have reported increased drone activity, including Denmark, Lithuania, Finland, Estonia, Poland, and Romania, causing air ...

 German mayor-elect recovering after attack identifies daughter as assailant A newly elected German mayor has identified her daughter as the suspected assailant in a knife attack that left her critically injured. Iris Stalzer, 57, a member of the center-left Social Democratic Party and the mayor-elect of Herdecke, North-Rhine Westphalia, was stabbed Tuesday inside her home. She was found in her living room with multiple stab wounds and was airlifted to a hospital, where she was reportedly able to speak with investigators later that night. Local officials said Stalzer named her 17-year-old adopted daughter as the suspected attacker. Earlier reports had suggested her 15-year-old son was involved, and he was also taken into custody. Authorities said the daughter placed the emergency call while accompanied by her brother. Two knives believed to be used in the attack were recovered, and investigators noted signs of a struggle in the basement. Details about the motive remain unclear, tho...

ANAMBRA POLICE COMMAND MOURNS THE PASSING OF JOURNALIST, MR. ALPHONSUS NWEZE. The Commissioner of Police, Anambra State Command, CP Ikioye Orutugu fwc minps PhD, on behalf of the officers and men of the Command, commiserates with the Nigeria Union of Journalists and Anambra State Correspondents Chapel over the tragic and untimely demise of Mr. Alphonsus Nweze, a dedicated journalist with Apex News, an online publication. Mr. Nweze, a respected and committed member of the Correspondents’ Chapel, sadly lost his life in a fatal road accident in the afternoon of Tuesday 7th October 2025 along the Onitsha–Asaba Expressway. His passing is deeply painful, leaving behind his family, friends, and colleagues who cherished his passion for truth, integrity, and service to society through journalism. The Command acknowledges Mr. Nweze as a diligent and courageous reporter whose work contributed immensely to shaping the information landscape of the Security report in the State. His dedication to fai...

 LASG ISSUES TRAFFIC ADVISORY FOR REPAIR OF ADENIJI ADELE INTERCHANGE JUNCTION TO CMS The Lagos State Government has issued a traffic advisory ahead of the repair works on the Adeniji Adele Interchange Junction to CMS. The repair will take place between 11:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. daily, commencing on Sunday, 12th October, and ending on Sunday, 23rd November 2025 - a duration of six weeks. To minimise traffic disruptions, only one lane will be closed at a time, while the remaining lanes will be open to motorists. The Commissioner for Transportation, Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi, assured that traffic management personnel will be deployed to the affected area to reduce inconvenience and manage vehicular movement during the repair works. He urged motorists to comply with the directives of traffic officers on the ground to ensure smooth traffic flow. ADVISORY: Motorists are implored to be patient, as the lane diversion is part of the traffic management plan for the rehabilitation of the road by ...

 LAGOS HONOURS 750 PUBLIC SERVANTS WITH LONG SERVICE AWARDS  The Lagos State Government has honoured 750 Public Servants, including Permanent Secretaries, with Long Service Awards for their dedication and meritorious service to the State over the past 30 years and above.  The Head of Service, Mr. Bode Agoro, announced this at the Year 2025 Long Service Merit Award ceremony held at the Adeyemi-Bero Auditorium, Alausa-Ikeja, on Tuesday, 7th October, 2025. The ceremony aimed to express the Government's appreciation and gratitude to deserving members of the workforce that have served the State meritoriously for 30 years and above.  Agoro emphasised that the initiative would inspire awardees to continue excelling while motivating other Public Servants to strengthen their commitment and deliver more effective service to the State. In his congratulatory message, Agoro urged the awardees not to rest on their laurels, encouraging all Public Servants to maintain a high work et...