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Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has directed the immediate demolition of buildings and other structures found to be obstructing designated water channels in Abuja. Wike gave the directive on Monday after inspecting areas affected by the recent flooding in the nation’s capital, warning that political influence would not prevent the enforcement of planning regulations. The minister disclosed that some of the properties identified as obstructing waterways belonged to senators and other influential Nigerians. He said the structures would be removed regardless of the status of their owners, insisting that public safety must take priority over political…

Ilera Eko was the focus as the Lagos State Health Management Agency (LASHMA) commenced a two-day capacity-building programme for journalists aimed at strengthening their understanding and reporting of the Lagos State Health Scheme (LSHS) and the Mandatory Social Health Insurance Programme. The training, holding from August 18 to 19, 2026, at the LASHMA Conference Room, is designed to build journalists’ capacity on the Lagos State Health Scheme Law, the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) Act and the mandatory nature of Ilera Eko, while promoting accurate, ethical and solution-focused reporting on social health insurance, access to healthcare and accountability. The welcome…

Hospitals refusing to treat their father: Nollywood actor Ogogo’s daughters cry out over stage-four cancer, as Lima and Kira Taiwo have appealed for urgent medical assistance for their father, veteran Yoruba actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo. The sisters made separate emotional appeals on Instagram on Monday, revealing that the 66-year-old actor is battling stage-four cancer and that hospitals have reportedly refused to continue his treatment. Lima, speaking through tears, said her father’s condition had deteriorated and appealed to Nigerians, well-wishers and medical professionals who could help find a hospital or healthcare provider willing to treat him. She stressed…

NFF Sacks Super Falcons Technical Crew After World Cup Failure The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has ordered the technical crew of the Super Falcons to step down from their positions with immediate effect following the team’s failure to qualify for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup. The decision was announced by the football governing body on Monday, August 17, 2026, coming just four days after Nigeria suffered a 2–1 defeat to South Africa in the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) play-off in Morocco. The defeat ended Nigeria’s hopes of securing a place at the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup…

ICAN DELEGATION PAYS COURTESY VISIT TO OFFICE OF THE STATE AUDITOR-GENERAL The Executive Members of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN), Lagos State Public Service Chapter and Ifako-Ijaiye & District Society, recently paid a courtesy visit to the Office of the State Auditor-General, Lagos State. The delegation was led by Mrs. Suarau Oluwatoyin, FCA, representing the Lagos State Public Service Chapter, and Mr. Olofinsawe Phillips Alaba, FCA, representing the Ifako-Ijaiye & District Society. The visit was aimed at strengthening professional relationships and fostering greater collaboration between ICAN and the Office of the State Auditor-General in promoting accountability, professionalism…

Lagos Intensifies Crackdown on Illegal Use of Dealer Number Plates The Lagos State Government has stepped up enforcement against motorists and vehicle dealers who illegally use dealer number plates for everyday driving, warning that the plates are not substitutes for permanent vehicle registration. The state government disclosed this in a statement, explaining that dealer number plates are issued for specific and limited purposes under the Lagos State Transport Sector Reform Law, 2018. According to the government, the plates are intended for activities such as authorised test drives, vehicle inspections, delivery or collection of vehicles, and the movement of unregistered vehicles…

Aiyedatiwa Approves 60% Hike in Tertiary Institutions’ Subventions, Implements FG-Union Deal The Ondo State Government has announced a major financial intervention for state-owned tertiary institutions, with Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa approving a 60 per cent increase in their monthly subventions, effective from August 2026. The increase is expected to strengthen the institutions’ financial capacity to meet their obligations, sustain salary payments and improve teaching and learning conditions. In a separate move, Governor Aiyedatiwa has also approved the implementation of the agreement reached between the Federal Government and university-based unions across relevant state-owned tertiary institutions. The measure is aimed at addressing…

Arsenal 2026 Community Shield champions after defeating Manchester City 3-0 in a dominant display at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff on Sunday, August 16. Riccardo Calafiori opened the scoring for Arsenal just 24 seconds after kick-off, giving Mikel Arteta’s side the perfect start to the contest. The early goal immediately put Manchester City under pressure as Arsenal looked to take control of the match. The Gunners doubled their advantage in the 28th minute when Kai Havertz rose to head the ball into the net. His goal gave Arsenal a comfortable 2-0 lead heading into the second half and further underlined…

Cristiano Ronaldo retirement plans have come into sharper focus after the Portuguese football star hinted that 2026 could be the final year of his professional career. The 41-year-old Portugal and Al Nassr forward made the disclosure in an interview with Vogue magazine published on Sunday, reflecting on his 25-year career, the sacrifices he has made and his plans for life after football. Ronaldo, who has scored more than 950 goals for club and country, said he wants to make the most of his remaining time on the pitch and end his career on a memorable note. “This is probably my…

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared the incumbent Governor of Osun State, Ademola Adeleke, the winner of the 2026 governorship election held on Saturday, August 15. Adeleke, who contested under the Accord Party, secured 511,067 votes to defeat his closest challenger, Bola Oyebamiji of the All Progressives Congress (APC), who polled 444,811 votes. The result gives Adeleke a margin of about 66,000 votes. The governor won in 19 of the state’s 30 local government areas, while the APC candidate won in 11. Najeem Salaam of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) finished third with 17,180 votes. The declaration was…