34 m. ago Fubara slams culture of impunity and political godfatherism in politics

By Chinelo Obogo Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has condemned what he described as “the culture of impunity, corruption, and political godfatherism” plaguing Nigerian politics. Speaking at the Freedom Online 6th Annual Lecture held in Lagos, Fubara, who was represented by a former Deputy Governor of Rivers State, Mr Tele Ikuru, addressed the theme: “Nigeria’s […] The post Fubara slams culture of impunity and political godfatherism in politics appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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40 m. ago Impeached Lagos Speaker Obasa Presides Over Plenary With Four Lawmakers

Embattled former speaker of Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, presided over a plenary session on Thursday with only four lawmakers in attendance. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that the session took place after security operatives allegedly forced open the chamber doors, granting Obasa and his loyalists access. Meanwhile, over 26 other members of the assembly […] The post Impeached Lagos Speaker Obasa Presides Over Plenary With Four Lawmakers appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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73 m. ago Lagos Assembly crisis family issue, resolved amicably — Reinstated Clerk

Tribune Online Lagos Assembly crisis family issue, resolved amicably — Reinstated Clerk The suspended Clerk of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mr. Olalekan Onafeko, has described the ongoing issues within the House as a "family matter" that has now been resolved. Lagos Assembly crisis family issue, resolved amicably — Reinstated Clerk Tribune Online

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81 m. ago Lolo1 Confronts Police Escort After Alleged Harassment By Lawmaker’s Convoy

Nigerian actress and media personality Omotunde Adebowale, popularly known as Lolo 1, has accused a lawmaker’s police escort of harassing her in Lagos. The 47-year-old television personality said in a video that was uploaded to her Instagram page on Wednesday that the police officers tried to take her car keys and threatened to kill her […] The post Lolo1 Confronts Police Escort After Alleged Harassment By Lawmaker’s Convoy appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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87 m. ago Speaker Meranda Stripped Of Security Protection Amid Ongoing Crisis In Lagos Assembly

All security aides attached to Speaker Mojisola Meranda of the Lagos State House of Assembly have been withdrawn. INFORMATION NIGERIA learnt that as of Thursday morning, security details attached to the speaker including police officers have been withdrawn. The development is coming amid leadership crisis within the Assembly. Recall that former speaker, Mudashiru Obasa was […] The post Speaker Meranda Stripped Of Security Protection Amid Ongoing Crisis In Lagos Assembly appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 hour ago US: Why PepsiCo Foods is laying off 288 workers, closing major plant

Tribune Online US: Why PepsiCo Foods is laying off 288 workers, closing major plant PepsiCo Foods USA, the parent company of Pepsi and Frito Lay, is set to lay off 288 employees and shut down a major production plant in Liberty, New York. US: Why PepsiCo Foods is laying off 288 workers, closing major plant Tribune Online

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1 hour ago Lagos Assembly Members Reject Obasa, Reaffirm Meranda As Speaker

Members of the Lagos State House of Assembly have rejected claims by the ousted Speaker, Mudashiru Obasa, that he was back in office and remained the Speaker. LEADERSHIP reports that Obasa, escorted by a large contigent of security operatives, stormed the House of Assembly on Thursday, declaring that he was back in office. The development […]

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2 h. ago Lagos lawmakers to APC leaders: ‘Call us and tell your decision to our face’

Tribune Online Lagos lawmakers to APC leaders: ‘Call us and tell your decision to our face’ …describes Thursday’s event as Uncalled for, charade and embrassment  The 36 lawmakers of the Lagos State House of Assembly loyal to the Speaker, Mojisola Lasbat Meranda, have called on the leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to communicate their stand regarding the speakership tussle in the house as against rumours making rounds.  The Spokesman […] Lagos lawmakers to APC leaders: ‘Call us and tell your decision to our face’ Tribune Online

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2 h. ago Fubara approves temporary site for new federal varsity in Rivers

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has approved the Kira Campus of Rivers State University in Tai Local Government Area as the temporary site for the newly established Federal University of Environment and Technology in Ogoniland, recently approved by President Bola Tinubu. Fubara made this announcement on Thursday during an inspection visit to the Kira Campus Read More

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2 h. ago Lagos lawmakers reject Obasa, insist Meranda remains speaker

Members of the Lagos State House of Assembly have rejected Mudashiru Obasa as the Speaker of the parliament. Speaking with journalists at the assembly complex on Thursday, the lawmakers refuted Obasa’s claim that he remains the speaker. The 36 lawmakers reaffirmed their support for the current speaker, Mojisola Meranda, insisting that she is the speaker Read More

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2 h. ago Obasa presides over Lagos Assembly plenary with four lawmakers

The embattled former Speaker, Mudashiru Obasa, presided over a plenary session on Thursday with only four lawmakers in attendance. The session took place after security operatives allegedly forced open the chamber doors, granting Obasa and his loyalists access. As of 3 pm, the plenary was ongoing, but over 26 lawmakers boycotted the session in what Read More

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3 h. ago JUST IN: Obasa presides over Lagos Assembly plenary with four lawmakers

The embattled former Speaker, Mudashiru Obasa, presided over a plenary session on Thursday with only four lawmakers in attendance. The session took place after security operatives allegedly forced open the chamber doors, granting Obasa and his loyalists access. As of 3 pm, the plenary was ongoing, but over 26 lawmakers boycotted the session in what Read More

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5 h. ago Two firms partner to provide aircraft maintenance solutions in Lagos

International aircraft engine, avionics, and aviation product manufacturer Honeywell Aerospace has partnered with ExecuJet Nigeria Free Trade Enterprises, a Fixed-Base Operator and Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul facility in Lagos, for avionics and engine installations on aircraft. On Thursday, both companies signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), marking their first business collaboration in the aviation sector. Read More

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5 h. ago PHOTOS: Lagos tackles environmental violators, shuts hotels, churches, others

The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency has intensified its crackdown on businesses and institutions violating environmental laws, sealing multiple establishments across Surulere, Lagos Mainland, Agege, and Kosofe. The enforcement operation targeted noise pollution and the illegal siting of gas refilling plants in residential areas, both of which pose serious risks to public health and safety. Read More

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5 h. ago BREAKING: ‘I’m Back To Office As Lagos Speaker’, Obasa Declares

The ousted Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, announced on Thursday that he has returned and assumed the position of Speaker of the Assembly. Obasa stated this after returning to the Assembly for the first time since after his impeachment on January 13. “I’ve resumed and I remain the Speaker of […]

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5 h. ago Why Meranda’s security was pulled: Police cite lack of approval

By Sunday Ani Following the withdrawal of police escorts from the embattled Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mojisola Meranda, earlier today, a police source, who preferred anonymity, has revealed that it was due to a lack of valid approval. Earlier, Meranda’s Special Adviser on Information, Mr Victor Ganzallo, informed us that the […] The post Why Meranda’s security was pulled: Police cite lack of approval appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago JUST IN: Obasa arrives Lagos Assembly with heavy security, occupies Speaker’s office

Tribune Online JUST IN: Obasa arrives Lagos Assembly with heavy security, occupies Speaker’s office The impeached Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, has arrived at the Complex with heavy security operatives. The embattled speaker came with more than 11 Police officers and headed straight to the Speaker’s Office amidst reports of the withdrawal of the new speaker’s security operatives. TribuneOnline reports Thursday morning that police […] JUST IN: Obasa arrives Lagos Assembly with heavy security, occupies Speaker’s office Tribune Online

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7 h. ago Police restore Obasa’s security details, withdraw Meranda’s, as ex

Mudashiru Ajayi Obasa who was impeached as speaker of the Lagos House of Assembly in January may return to his read more Police restore Obasa’s security details, withdraw Meranda’s, as ex-Lagos Speaker set for return

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7 h. ago NIES 2025: Chevron Nigeria bags sustainable energy business award

Tribune Online NIES 2025: Chevron Nigeria bags sustainable energy business award Chevron Nigeria once again had an impressive showing at the eighth edition of the Nigeria International Energy Summit (NIES), which kicked off on Monday, February 24, 2025, at Abuja Continental Hotel. The theme for this year’s summit is “Bridging Continents: Connecting Investors Worldwide with Africa’s Energy Potential.” Apart from the active participation of the company’s […] NIES 2025: Chevron Nigeria bags sustainable energy business award Tribune Online

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7 h. ago Lagos Assembly: Speaker Meranda’s security withdrawn amid crisis

Things have taken an interesting turn at the Lagos State House of Assembly as the latest reports reveal that all security details assigned to Speaker Mojisola Meranda have been withdrawn. The Assembly has been embroiled in a crisis since the impeachment of former Speaker Mudashiru Obasa, and things came to a climax on Wednesday when […] The post Lagos Assembly: Speaker Meranda’s security withdrawn amid crisis appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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