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Tanker crashes in Anthony Oke of Lagos state

On Wednesday, a gas tanker carrying a full load overturned in the Anthony Oke area of Lagos State, blocking the main road and leading to severe traffic congestion. The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) provided updates and shared videos…

Gallagher seals Atletico Madrid move

England midfielder Conor Gallagher has finalized his transfer from Chelsea to Atletico Madrid. The 24-year-old, who progressed through Chelsea’s youth system, has signed a five-year contract with Atletico Madrid following an agreement between the clubs for a reported €40 million…

Political leaders are bandits against Nigerians – Ezekwesili

Former Minister of Education Oby Ezekwesili has condemned all current political office holders in President Bola Tinubu’s administration, calling them “bandits” who are preoccupied with embezzling public funds for personal gain. Ezekwesili made these remarks during a Channels TV broadcast…

NDLEA: Student drug testing not for expulsion

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has clarified that its proposed drug testing policy for students is intended to provide support rather than lead to expulsion. Femi Babafemi, the agency’s Director of Media and Advocacy, explained on Channels Television’s…

PDP wants Jonathan return for 2027 election

The opposition People’s Democratic Party (PDP) has endorsed the idea of former President Goodluck Jonathan entering the 2027 presidential race. Recent speculation suggests that northern elites and politicians are dissatisfied with President Bola Tinubu’s administration and are quietly advocating for…

Naira weakens in parallel market

On Tuesday, the Naira depreciated to N1,600 per dollar in the parallel market, a decline from the N1,590 per dollar observed over the weekend. In contrast, the Naira showed a positive trend in the Nigerian Autonomous Foreign Exchange Market (NAFEM),…