Lagos State has been thrown into mourning and confusion following the shocking deaths of four elected female officials, all within just two months of being sworn into office . The tragic wave began with Councillor Oluwakemi Rufai of Ibeju-Lekki Local Government, who passed away on August 13, 2025, barely 17 days into her tenure. Just days later, Councillor Zainab Shotayo of Odi-Olowo/Ojuwoye LCDA died on August 18, 2025, only 22 days after her swearing-in. The grief deepened in September when Vice Chairman Oluremi Ajose of Badagry West LCDA died on September 20, 2025, 55 days after her inauguration. A day...
Liverpool Mourns The Passing Away Of The Former LFC Women Manager, Matt Beard Who Dies At 47.
“Liverpool Football Club is deeply shocked and saddened by the sudden passing of former LFC Women manager Matt Beard. “The thoughts of everyone at the club are with Matt’s family and friends at this devastating time.”
LASTMA To Impound Private Vehicles With Transport Union Stickers
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has issued a stern warning to all private vehicle owners to immediately stop displaying stickers from various transport unions and associations. The agency stated that some motorists use these stickers to impersonate commercial drivers and flout traffic regulations. LASTMA General Manager, Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki, issued the warning in a statement on Sunday signed by the agency’s Director of Public Affairs, Mr. Taofiq Adebayo. Bakare-Oki described the practice as a breach of regulatory standards, a security risk, and an attempt to undermine lawful vehicle identification systems in Lagos. He emphasised that under the state’s...
Nigerian Military Destroys Nine Illegal Refineries, Nabs 17 Suspects
The Nigerian military, 6 Division, has made a significant breakthrough in its fight against oil theft and pipeline vandalism, arresting 17 suspects and destroying nine illegal refineries in a week-long operation in the Niger Delta region. The operation, codenamed Operation Delta Safe, was carried out between September 15 and 21. The Army also said over 45,000 litres of stolen petroleum products were recovered during a 12-day clampdown on black spots in the area. The Acting Deputy Director, 6 Division Army Public Relations, Lt. Col. Jonah Danjuma, disclosed this in a statement issued in Port Harcourt on Sunday night. Danjuma explained...
Peter Obi Knocks Nigeria First Lady’s Birthday Request For Donation To Complete National Library As Her Husband Constantly Jet Abroad Amid Rising Poverty
“We Are Finished! “I join millions of Nigerians in wishing Her Excellency, Mrs Oluremi Tinubu, a happy birthday. May God Almighty, who has been with her all these years, grant her many healthier, fruitful, and happy years. “However, I was struck by irony reading her request: that instead of cakes or newspaper adverts, well-wishers should donate toward completing the National Library in Abuja. “On the surface, it is noble and selfless. But beneath it lies an indictment of our nation. “I recall that, as Governor of Anambra State, I too urged that money meant for adverts be channeled into meaningful...