59 m. ago Emmanuel Udechukwu wins ‘The Sun Investor of the Year’ for 2024

By Chinelo Obogo Chairman of SDD Realties Ltd, Roxbury Leisure Homes, and Evou Global Ltd, Ambassador Emmanuel Udechukwu, has been honored as ‘The Sun Investor of the Year 2024’, recognising his transformative impact on Nigeria’s real estate sector. The award was presented to him during a grand ceremony held on Saturday, 1st March, in Lagos. […] The post Emmanuel Udechukwu wins ‘The Sun Investor of the Year’ for 2024 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago FULL SPEECH: I resigned as speaker to save Lagos Assembly – Meranda

The immediate past Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mojisola Meranda, has cited the need to preserve the integrity of the legislative institution as the basis for her resignation. In her resignation speech on Monday, Meranda stated that her decision was made in the interest of democracy and to prevent further crisis within Read More

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2 h. ago PICTORIAL: Aiyedatiwa Presents Sport Utility Vehicles To Ondo LG Chairmen

  The Ondo State governor, Dr. Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has presented Toyota Hilux vehicles to the newly inaugurated local government chairmen of the 18 local government areas of the State. Aiyedatiwa, who reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to strengthening grassroots governance and improving service delivery at the local level, urged the local government council chairmen to remain […]

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2 h. ago President Tinubu Approves Licenses For 11 Private Universities

President Bola Tinubu has approved provisional licences for eleven new private universities across Nigeria. In a statement on X by Special Adviser on Media & Public Communication to the President, Sunday Dare, disclosed that the former governor of Lagos State, granted the approvals during the Federal Executive Council meeting on Monday, in Abuja. The post […] The post President Tinubu Approves Licenses For 11 Private Universities appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago EFCC Slaps Jude Okoye With Four New Theft Charges, Set For Arraignment On Tuesday

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) will arraign music executive Jude Okoye on Tuesday before the Lagos State Special Offences Court in Ikeja. He is accused of fraud and money laundering involving N1.38 billion, $1 million, and £34,537.59. Okoye, the elder brother and former manager of Paul and Peter Okoye of the defunct P-Square […] The post EFCC Slaps Jude Okoye With Four New Theft Charges, Set For Arraignment On Tuesday appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Lagos Assembly’s peaceful resolution, victory for democracy — APC

Tribune Online Lagos Assembly’s peaceful resolution, victory for democracy — APC The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has lauded the peaceful resolution of the internal rift within the Lagos State House of Assembly, describing it as a victory for democracy and a testament to the party’s effective conflict resolution mechanisms. Lagos Assembly’s peaceful resolution, victory for democracy — APC Tribune Online

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3 h. ago Dr. Kennedy Okonkwo wins ‘The Sun Entrepreneur of the Year’ for 2024

By Chinelo Obogo In a grand ceremony held on Saturday, March 1, 2025, in Lagos, Dr. Kennedy Okonkwo, the Group Managing Director of Nedcomoaks, was honored with ‘The Sun Entrepreneur of the Year’ award for 2024. The event, which brought together top executives from the corporate world, oil and gas industry, banking sector, and prominent […] The post Dr. Kennedy Okonkwo wins ‘The Sun Entrepreneur of the Year’ for 2024 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago RCCG donates baby essentials to mark Pastor Adeboye’s birthday

Tribune Online RCCG donates baby essentials to mark Pastor Adeboye’s birthday The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Grace Ville parish, Alimosho, Lagos, on Monday, donated basic baby essentials to children born on 2 March at the Orile-Agege General Hospital, Lagos, to celebrate the birthday of the General Overseer of the Church, Pastor Enoch Adeboye. RCCG donates baby essentials to mark Pastor Adeboye’s birthday Tribune Online

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4 h. ago NNPCL has reduced petrol price to N860/litre, marketers claim

Some retail outlets belonging to the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited have adjusted the petrol pump price to N860 per litre. PUNCH Online observed that while there is no official communication from the NNPCL Retail yet, some stations in Lagos adjusted their pumps to N860 per litre, down from N945 as of Sunday. This comes Read More

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5 h. ago UK, Nigeria strengthen trade relations to boost economic growth

The United Kingdom and Nigeria have reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing trade relations and driving economic growth through the implementation of Nigeria’s National Quality Policy under the Standards Partnership Programme– Phase II. This was issued in a statement from the British Deputy High Commission in Lagos on Monday. Launched in June 2024, the SPP – Read More

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5 h. ago Desmond Elliot in tears as Meranda resigns as Lagos Assembly speaker

In a heart-wrenching display of emotion at the Lagos State House of Assembly on Monday, Desmond Elliot, representing Surulere Constituency read more Desmond Elliot in tears as Meranda resigns as Lagos Assembly speaker

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5 h. ago PHOTOS: Barau hails Tinubu’s leadership at Lagos ECOWAS session

Senator Barau Jibrin, First Deputy Speaker of the ECOWAS Parliament and Deputy President of the Nigerian Senate, has praised President Bola Tinubu’s leadership, describing him as a “beacon of inspiration” for the West African subregion. Barau made these remarks on Monday during the opening ceremony of the 2025 First Extraordinary Session of the ECOWAS Parliament, Read More

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5 h. ago Lagos Assembly: Meranda’s deputy, Chief Whip reverse to old positions

Tribune Online Lagos Assembly: Meranda’s deputy, Chief Whip reverse to old positions A wave of resignations and reshuffling continued at the crisis-hit Lagos State House of Assembly on Monday as Chief Whip, Hon David Setonji stepped down. Lagos Assembly: Meranda’s deputy, Chief Whip reverse to old positions Tribune Online

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5 h. ago VIDEO: Desmond Elliot ‘in tears’ as Meranda resigns Lagos Speakership position

Tribune Online VIDEO: Desmond Elliot ‘in tears’ as Meranda resigns Lagos Speakership position A member representing Surulere Constituency 1 in the Lagos State House of Assembly, Honourable Desmond Elliot, was moved to tears on Monday following the resignation of Honourable Mojisola Meranda as Speaker. Tribune Online reports that Meranda announced her resignation earlier on Monday. Reacting to the development, Elliot, overwhelmed with emotion, struggled to hold back tears. […] VIDEO: Desmond Elliot ‘in tears’ as Meranda resigns Lagos Speakership position Tribune Online

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6 h. ago NDLEA Apprehends Drug Baron In Lagos, Recovers N1.4bn Worth Of Drugs

Brigadier General Buba Marwa, Chairman of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), has announced the arrest of a suspected drug kingpin who had been evading capture for 17 years. The suspect was apprehended in Lagos with illicit substances valued at N1.4 billion. Marwa described the arrest as a significant breakthrough in the fight against […] The post NDLEA Apprehends Drug Baron In Lagos, Recovers N1.4bn Worth Of Drugs appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Lagos Govt Considers Constructing Additional Pedestrian Bridges In Oshodi

As part of efforts to ensure safety for residents and commuters, Lagos State government has proposed an additional pedestrian bridge in Oshodi area of the state. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that the development is coming, amid traffic situation of pedestrians occupying the alternative bridge on Monday. Recall that the popular pedestrian bridge was recently closed due […] The post Lagos Govt Considers Constructing Additional Pedestrian Bridges In Oshodi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago BREAKING: Meranda bows to pressure, resigns as Lagos Speaker

Tribune Online BREAKING: Meranda bows to pressure, resigns as Lagos Speaker The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mojisola Meranda has resigned as the Speaker of the House. BREAKING: Meranda bows to pressure, resigns as Lagos Speaker Tribune Online

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7 h. ago BREAKING: Obasa Set For Formal Return As Lagos Speaker Meranda, Deputy Resign

All is now set for the formal reinstatement of Mudashiru Obasa as Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly on Monday afternoon as the presiding officers of the House have suddenly tendered their resignations at plenary. The deputy Speaker of the House, Hon. Fatai Bola, has announced his resignation at about 3.15pm. As the […]

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7 h. ago EPL: Fulham defend Bassey against online abuse after FA Cup win

Fulham have condemned the racist and homophobic abuse directed at their defender, Calvin Bassey, online after he scored in Sunday’s FA Cup victory over Manchester United. Nigeria international Bassey gave his side the lead before half-time in the match, which ended 1-1 at Old Trafford before Fulham overcame the hosts on penalties to qualify for Read More

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7 h. ago JUST IN: Meranda presides over Lagos assembly plenary, Obasa absent

Speaker Mojisola Meranda is currently presiding over the plenary at the Lagos State House of Assembly. Ousted Speaker, Mudashiru Obasa, who was earlier at the assembly complex is not at the Monday sitting. The PUNCH reports that Obasa, Meranda and all the lawmakers at the House earlier held a meeting outside the chamber. The meeting Read More

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