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The Commissioner of Police in Ekiti State, Michael Falade, has presented insurance benefit cheques totalling ₦9.797 million to the families and beneficiaries of police officers who died in the line of duty. Falade made the presentation on behalf of the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, in Ado Ekiti on Tuesday. Speaking during the presentation, the commissioner said the payment reflected the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to the welfare of its personnel and the families of officers who die while serving the country. According to him, the gesture was a practical demonstration of the Force’s appreciation for the sacrifices…

The Lagos State Parking Authority (LASPA) has intensified its public awareness campaign ahead of the commencement of parking enforcement, with its roadshow scheduled to move to Ikorodu on Wednesday, September 23, 2026. Speaking at a press briefing, LASPA General Manager, Mrs. Adebisi Adelabu, said the expanded advocacy campaign is aimed at ensuring businesses, vehicle owners and other stakeholders understand their parking obligations before enforcement begins. Adelabu explained that the enforcement exercise, which was initially expected to commence earlier, has been moved to the end of September to allow for wider public sensitisation and engagement. She stressed that voluntary compliance remains…

Veteran Nigerian actor and film executive, Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs, popularly known as Olu Jacobs, has died at the age of 84. His son, Oluṣọ́jí Jacobs, announced his passing in an Instagram post on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, stating that the family was grateful for his life and appealed to the public to respect their privacy. The family described the late actor as their “dear husband, father, grandfather and uncle” and referred to him as “The Lion of Lufodo.” Olu Jacobs was widely recognised as one of Nigeria’s veteran actors and film executives, with a career spanning several decades.

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has commenced an indefinite strike across three universities owned by the Lagos State Government, following the failure to reach an agreement with the state authorities over outstanding demands by the union. The action affects the Lagos State University (LASU), Lagos State University of Education (LASUED) and Lagos State University of Science and Technology (LASUSTECH). ASUU’s Joint Campus Group announced the industrial action on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, after the expiration of a 14-day ultimatum issued to the Lagos State Government on August 31. According to the union, the deadline passed without what it…

A 40-foot container truck has crashed into six vehicles at Kara Bridge along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, in the early hours of the day. The accident occurred after the truck reportedly developed a mechanical fault and lost control while travelling inward the OPIC area. According to reports, the truck collided with six other vehicles on the bridge. Emergency responders were subsequently deployed to the scene to manage the situation and clear the affected vehicles. The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) confirmed that no lives were lost in the incident, there were 3 casualties recorded and adequate medical attention has been…

The Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals has commenced its Initial Public Offering (IPO) on the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX), becoming the first refinery to be offered to investors on the Nigerian stock market. The IPO was launched on Monday, September 14, 2026, with Aliko Dangote, President of Dangote Industries Limited, participating in the ceremonial gong-ringing at the NGX trading floor in Lagos. The offer consists of 4.1 billion ordinary shares priced at ₦525 per share, with the refinery seeking to raise approximately ₦2.15 trillion from the exercise. Investors can subscribe for a minimum of 10 shares, valued at ₦5,250. The…

Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, the APC governorship candidate for Lagos State, has been urged to prioritise the welfare and everyday struggles of ordinary Lagos residents if elected governor. The appeal was made by the Lead Pastor of Harvesters International Christian Church, Pastor Bolaji Idowu, during Hamzat’s visit to the church. Speaking on behalf of Lagos residents, Pastor Idowu called on Hamzat to ensure that his administration makes life easier for the people, urging him to remain mindful of the challenges confronting ordinary Lagosians if he emerges governor. “If you emerge as Governor, let it be easy,” the pastor said, stressing the…

PRESS STATEMENT My attention has been drawn to the controversy surrounding the proposed amendment to the Magistrates Law of Lagos State, currently pending before the Lagos State House of Assembly, which seeks to increase the retirement age of Magistrates and Law Officers. In view of the controversy generated by the proposed amendment, it has become necessary for this Office to clarify the facts and set the record straight. For the avoidance of doubt, the proposed amendment is not an Executive Bill and is not sponsored by the Office of the Honourable Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice. It is a Private…

The price of petrol has risen to as much as ₦1,430 per litre at filling stations in Abuja, as a result of fresh increase in the cost of PMS. The latest price increase has been linked to an ₦85 per litre rise in the price of petrol from the Dangote Refinery, which has affected the prices charged by fuel marketers. The increase is expected to further raise transportation and operating costs for motorists and businesses, with possible effects on the prices of goods and services. The increase has not been uniform across the country yet, as petrol prices continue to…

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has released the final list of candidates representing their respective political parties for the 2027 presidential election. The list as released contains 18 presidential candidates representing 18 political parties. It includes incumbent President Bola Tinubu of the All Progressives Congress (APC), former Vice President Atiku Abubakar of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Peter Obi, Incumbent Governor, Seyi Makinde of Oyo State (APM), among other contenders. The publication marks another step in the electoral process ahead of the 2027 general elections and provides the public with the confirmed candidates and their respective political parties. According…