63 m. ago Foundation warns of humanitarian crisis over Makoko demolition

A peace foundation warns the ongoing Makoko demolition could trigger a major humanitarian crisis, displacing residents and creating severe hardship in Lago Read More: https://punchng.com/foundation-warns-of-humanitarian-crisis-over-makoko-demolition/

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4 h. ago Obaseki’s cousin, Pedro, heads to court over abduction, rights violation 

Pedro Agbonifo Obaseki, a cousin of former Edo State governor, Godwin Obaseki, has resolved to seek legal redress over what read more Obaseki’s cousin, Pedro, heads to court over abduction, rights violation 

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10 h. ago [UPDATED] Two Dead, Several Injured In Multiple Crash On Lagos

The incident has once again raised concerns about safety on the Kara Bridge, which has witnessed several fatal accidents in recent times. The post [UPDATED] Two Dead, Several Injured In Multiple Crash On Lagos-Ibadan Expressway appeared first on Channels Television.

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12 h. ago 2026: More homes coming as Lagos doubles down on tackling housing deficit

The Lagos State government has assured that 2026 will see more homes coming to its crowded housing market as it read more 2026: More homes coming as Lagos doubles down on tackling housing deficit

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13 h. ago Lagos CCTV surveillance centre will enhance crime prevention — Police

The Lagos State Police Command has activated a new CCTV surveillance centre to enhance security and provide real-time crime prevention across Lagos Island. Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-cctv-surveillance-centre-will-enhance-crime-prevention-police/

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13 h. ago LASU, professional bodies move to address Africa’s systemic human development challenges

Management of Lagos State University (LASU), professional bodies and leading figures from Africa have perfected plans to forge a path read more LASU, professional bodies move to address Africa’s systemic human development challenges

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13 h. ago Abiru highlights Tinubu’s economic reform gains, unveils scorecard at Lagos East APC stakeholders’ meeting

The Senator representing Lagos East Senatorial District, Mukhail Adetokunbo Abiru, has said that Nigeria’s economy was stabilising under President Bola read more Abiru highlights Tinubu’s economic reform gains, unveils scorecard at Lagos East APC stakeholders’ meeting

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16 h. ago US Embassy, Lagos Consulate to close Monday for Martin Luther King Jr. Day

The US Embassy in Abuja and Consulate in Lagos will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026, to observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Operations resume Jan 20. Read More: https://punchng.com/us-embassy-lagos-consulate-to-close-monday-for-martin-luther-king-jr-day/

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16 h. ago Dogara advocates government, private partnership on food sufficiency, others

Yakubu Dogara, former speaker of the 8th Assembly, has reaffirmed his commitment to supporting initiatives that promote food sufficiency, employment read more Dogara advocates government, private partnership on food sufficiency, others

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17 h. ago The Battle For Bronze: Nigeria, Egypt Seek Redemption In AFCON 3rd Place Play

As the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 reaches its thrilling conclusion tomorrow with the final between hosts Morocco and Senegal, SALIFU USMAN delves into the less desirable, yet intensely fought, battle for redemption between Nigeria and Egypt in today’s bronze medal match in Casablanca. As the dust settles on the thrilling semi-finals of the […]

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17 h. ago Elon Musk targets OpenAI’s $500bn valuation with massive damages claim ahead of trial

Elon Musk has set his sights squarely on OpenAI’s $500 billion valuation, seeking between $79 billion and $134 billion in read more Elon Musk targets OpenAI’s $500bn valuation with massive damages claim ahead of trial

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18 h. ago Global Rights Coalition calls on Lagos to halt Makoko demolitions

A global coalition of human rights, environmental and social justice organisations has called on the Lagos state government to immediately read more Global Rights Coalition calls on Lagos to halt Makoko demolitions

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19 h. ago 14 Ships Laden With Petrol, Diesel, Fresh Fish Arrive Lagos Ports

The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) says a total of 14 ships have arrived Apapa, Tin Can and Lekki ports in Lagos, waiting to discharge various goods. NPA stated this in its publication – ‘Shipping Position’, a copy of which was made available to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Friday. The document noted that […]

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19 h. ago Credit Administration Institute’s Money Lenders Seek Partnership On Ethical Credit System

The Money Lenders Association (MLA) has sought closer collaboration with the National Institute of Credit Administration (NICA) to promote ethical credit administration and strengthen Nigeria’s evolving credit ecosystem. The president of the association, Gbemi Adelekan, disclosed this in a communiqué issued at the end of a stakeholders’ meeting on Friday in Lagos. Adelekan said the […]

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20 h. ago Lagos Govt Collaborates With Commerce Chamber On Convention Centre

Lagos State governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has stated that the state government is ready to partner with the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) on the proposed development of a world-class convention centre. It was gathered that the proposed centre to be located along the Lekki-Epe Expressway near the “Alaro City,” is expected to […]

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20 h. ago My Twins Died After Vaccination In Lagos Hospital – Grieving Father

It is certainly not the best of times for the family of Mr Samuel Alozie, whose nine-month-old twin sons, Timothy and Testimony Alozie, died 24 hours after receiving routine immunisation at a primary healthcare centre in Lagos State. The tragic incident happened in Lagos barely a week after the death of one of the twin […]

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20 h. ago Submit Your Campaign Machinery To Party, Guber Aspirant Charges Colleagues

Ahead of the 2026 governorship election in Osun State, a former gubernatorial aspirant on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state, Dr Akin Ogunbiyi, has announced the dissolution of ‘Idera de’ political movement and collapsed all the structures therein into the umbrella body of the party in the state. He also […]

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27 h. ago Obas Council: ‘We Are No More In Oyo Empire’, Tinubu’s Aide Tells Alaafin

Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu on Media and Publicity, Temitope Ajayi, has weighed in on the ongoing controversy surrounding the leadership of the Oyo State Council of Obas and Chiefs, saying traditional rulers must adapt to the realities of modern governance and work together for unity and development rather than seeking supremacy. Ajayi, […]

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29 h. ago Tech Entrepreneur Benjamin Oyemonlan Wins 2 Awards At CoolWealth Awards

The New Year 2026 has started brightly for young technology entrepreneur and fintech executive, Benjamin Oyemonlan, who has already hit the ground running, bagging two awards at the CoolWealth Awards held in Lagos recently. While most folks were still busy idealising on their New Year resolutions and plans, Benjamin Oyemonlan, founder and chief executive officer […]

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30 h. ago Qatar Airways Plane Makes Emergency Landing In Lagos Over Technical Fault

A Qatar Airways aircraft was forced to make an emergency landing at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos, after developing a technical fault mid-air. The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) confirmed the incident in a statement, noting that the aircraft was carrying 248 passengers and 12 crew members when it encountered the problem […]

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