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Three construction workers died in a building collapse at Arowojobe Estate, Lagos. LASEMA's response team rescued three individuals, emphasizing the need for strict building regulations. Three people were confirmed dead after a building collapsed at Arowojobe Estate in the Maryland area of...
Lagos State announces the Oro Festival from August 1-15, coinciding with a planned protest against economic hardship. Critics on social media accuse the government of using the festival to stifle dissent and ridicule Yoruba culture. The timing has sparked widespread controversy and debate among...
The Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare II, has urged Nigerian youths to postpone the August 1, 2024, protest, stressing the need for patience with the government's economic policies. He advocates for constructive dialogue over protests, referencing the destructive EndSARS protests of 2020 and supporting...
Four Ghanaians sent to Norway to repatriate the body of a deceased coach also absconded upon arrival. This follows a visa scandal where fake para-athletes fled during an event in Oslo. The incident has led to calls for an investigation into the misuse of official channels for travel. In a...
Alhaji Sulaiman Jimoh, known as Temo, a notorious Lagos drug lord, has been arrested by the NDLEA after years of evading capture. The 57-year-old, head of a major drug cartel, was apprehended following extensive surveillance and a confrontation with operatives in Mushin. The seizure included his...
Nobel laureate Wole Soyinka announces his intention to remain silent about President Tinubu's administration for now, despite previous promises to comment. This decision has sparked diverse reactions on social media, with some criticizing his stance and others defending his right to choose when...
Nigerians have raised over N8 million for Sodiq Olayode’s family, who recently welcomed quadruplets. The fundraising began after a viral social media post highlighted the family’s need for support. The generosity reflects a strong community response to the financial demands of raising four...
A recent episode of TVC’s "Your View" sparked debate when a caller criticized presenter Tope for her attire, urging her to "cover yourself." Tope responded with professionalism, leading to varied reactions online, where viewers debated personal expression and the appropriateness of the caller's...
A Saurya Airlines aircraft crashed near Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu on July 24, 2024, killing 18 of 19 people on board. The plane skidded off the runway during takeoff and caught fire. The sole survivor, the pilot, was hospitalized. Authorities are investigating the cause. On...
A father who sought one more child but welcomed quadruplets now faces a diaper crisis, using 105 in just six days. His WhatsApp lament sparked a wave of social media support, with many offering help. A man who aimed for one more child but ended up with quadruplets has shared his frustration...
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