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IPOB: No plan to suspend facebook over alleged use to incite violence – FG
The Federal Government on Wednesday said it has no plans to suspend Facebook over the alleged use of the platform to incite violence by the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB).
Sanwo-Olu pledges continuous support for business enterprises
The Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu has assured Lagosians of continuous support for the growth of business enterprises in the State through the implementation of business-friendly policies and initiatives as well as a conducive environment that provides opportunities for new ideas to strive.
Finance Minister suspends Accountant General over N80bn scandal
Minister of Finance Budget and National Planning Mrs Zainab Ahmed has suspended the embattled Accountant General of the Federation Ahmed Idris.
Justice Nyako to Nnamdi Kanu: I cannot release you
Justice Binta Nyako of the Federal High Court in Abuja has rejected the bail application of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB).
Why we arrested ex-Speaker Etteh over 2011 contract – EFCC
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested Patricia Etteh, former Speaker of the House of Representatives, over her involvement in a contract awarded by the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) in 2011.
Nigeria’s next president deserves our pity
Expectations are high. Rightly so. 2023 has been roundly described as a make-or-mar year for Nigeria. Citizens seek change. Things have to change. The current socio-economic tailspin must be arrested. But we have to be pragmatic with our expectations. Good things do not come easy.
Sanwo-Olu orders total ban on Okada in six Local Councils, nine LCDAs
Against the backdrop of growing menace and nuisance constituted by commercial motorcycles, popularly known as Okada, Lagos State Government has imposed a fresh ban to curtail the unruly activities of the riders.
Lagos First Lady Holds Parenting Seminar to Address Upbringing of Boy Child
Lagos State First Lady, Dr. Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, has renewed the call on the United Nations to fully recognise May 16 as the International Day of the Boy Child in order to deepen initiatives and interventions targeted at promoting the interest, welfare and wellbeing of the Boy Child globally.
World Hypertension Day: Physician speaks on risk factors
A Consultant Family Physician at General Hospital, Ijede, Dr. Oluwaseun Ayodeji Jegede, has outlined some risk factors of hypertension as unhealthy diets – excessive salt consumption, a diet high in saturated fat and trans fats, low intake of fruits and vegetables, physical inactivity, consumption of tobacco and alcohol, as well as being overweight or obese among others.
LASWARCO delivers paper on groundwater pollution to international community
The Lagos State Water Regulatory Commission (LASWARCO) is scheduled to deliver a report on Socio -Economic and health impact of groundwater pollution in Ejigbo, Lagos State, at an international conference scheduled to hold in Paris, France between May 18 and 20, 2022.